“One of the main reasons I was brought here was to bring some leadership. These honors don’t come around often, so you’re very appreciative of them. I’m really appreciative of being in Sacramento. The fans, the city has been fantastic.” This is what Mike Brown had to say after winning the 2022-23 NBA Coach for the second time in his career. As he said, the franchise poached him for some leadership and he has truly done wonders for the basketball team. In his first season, he led the Kings’ to their first playoff appearance in 17 years.
Brown took the helm of the Sacramento Kings in 2022. The Kings led under his guidance and De’Aaron Fox, Domantas Sabonis, and Keegan Murray. They were one of the best teams in the Western Conference in 2022-23. They finished with a 48-34 record and secured the No. 3 seed in the playoffs. Moreover, the team finished the regular season with the NBA’s best offense after ranking 16th in 2021-22.
His achievements with the Kings have earned him praise and solidified his organizational role. Recognizing his significant contributions, the franchise has moved swiftly to secure his future in Kings. But how much is he paid?
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Securing the Future: Mike Brown’s Contract with the Kings
Kings GM McNair said in a statement released by the Kings, “Mike has done a tremendous job leading our team and this extension is well-deserved. His commitment to success is second to none. I look forward to building on the foundation he’s helped establish in Sacramento.” Following the two successful seasons, the Kings offered him a multiyear contract extension this season, his agent Warren LeGarie told ESPN. And now this is what his contract looks like:
Contract Element | Details |
Initial Contract | Four-year deal worth $4.5 million per season, expiring after 2024-25 |
Contract | Three-year extension through 2026-27, worth up to $30 million |
Annual Salary | $8.5 million per year |
Incentives | Could increase the total value to $30 million |
“I love being in Sacramento, and I’m excited for this next chapter. I appreciate Vivek and Monte for their continued support, and I also want to thank my coaching staff and the players for their incredibly hard work and commitment to our team. I look forward to working together to accomplish our goals,” Brown expressed.
Brown’s tenure is already historic for the franchise and its fans. Next, we’ll compare his earnings to other NBA coaches.
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A look into the top 10 highest-paid coaches
Mike Brown, earning $8.5 million per season, has established himself as a competitive figure among NBA coaches. But how does his salary stack up against the league’s elite?
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1 | Steve Kerr | Warriors | 519-274 | 4 | $17.5 million |
2 | Gregg Popovich | Spurs | 1388-821 | 5 | $16 million |
3 | Erik Spoelstra | Heat | 750-527 | 2 | $15 million |
4 | Tyronn Lue | Clippers | 312-217 | 1 | $14 million |
T-5 | Mike Budenholzer | Suns | 484-317 | 1 | $10 million |
T-5 | Doc Rivers | Bucks | 1114-782 | 1 | $10 million |
7 | Nick Nurse | 76ers | 274-198 | 1 | $9 million |
8 | Mike Brown | Kings | 441-286 | 0 | $8.5 million |
T-9 | Tom Thibodeau | Knicks | 527-389 | 0 | $8 million |
T-9 | JJ Redick | Lakers | 0-0 | 0 | $8 million |
T-9 | Jason Kidd | Mavericks | 323-296 | 0 | $8 million |
T-9 | Quin Snyder | Hawks | 418-321 | 0 | $8 million |
T-9 | Michael Malone | Nuggets | 463-362 | 1 | $8 million |
In this comparison, Brown ranks 8th among the highest-paid coaches. While he lacks an NBA title, his recent successes stand out. The impressive turnaround of the Kings solidifies his value. His potential for accolades and earnings is significantly moving forward. Will his continued success lead to a championship in Sacramento?
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