LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac has recently signed a significant contract extension, solidifying his position with the franchise for the foreseeable future. His agents, Mike Lindeman and Jeff Schwartz of Excel, have confirmed that Zubac will be earning $58.6 million over the course of three years, ultimately totaling $70 million up to the 2027-2028 season. This decision ties Zubac to the Clippers for a longer duration, showcasing the team’s confidence in his abilities and potential.
Zubac’s performance in the previous season was exceptional, with an average of 11.7 points and 9.2 rebounds per game. During the Western Conference playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks, Zubac showcased his talent by averaging 16.2 points. Furthermore, his shooting percentage of 65% from the field in the regular season positioned him as one of the top players in the league, ranking third behind Daniel Gafford and Rudy Gobert.
One of Zubac’s notable strengths is his defensive capabilities. He held offensive opponents to a shooting percentage of 49.6% at the rim, which was the best in the league among players defending 200 or more shots. His ability to anchor the defense and provide reliable rim protection makes him a valuable asset for the Clippers moving forward.
Zubac’s journey with the Clippers began in 2018 when he was traded from the Lakers, and he has since established himself as a key player for the team. Despite losing All-NBA forward Paul George to the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency, the Clippers have made significant moves by retaining free agent guard James Harden, signing players like Nicolas Batum and Derrick Jones, and extending Zubac’s contract.
As Zubac enters his seventh season with the Clippers, he brings a wealth of experience and skill to the team. Over his eight-year NBA career, he has maintained an average of 9.4 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, showcasing his consistent contributions on both ends of the court. With this new contract extension, Zubac has the opportunity to continue growing and making a significant impact with the LA Clippers.
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