The Washington Wizards acquired veterans on expiring contracts to set up $100 million in cap space for 2026. Khris Middleton leads the roster at $33.9 million alongside CJ McCollum at $30.6 million.
The franchise carries $156.7 million in total salary while developing young talents like Alex Sarr and Tre Johnson. They’re betting on a 2026 free agency splash after clearing the books.
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| Point Guards | Shooting Guards | Small Forwards | Power Forwards | Centers |
| Malcolm Brogdon | Jordan Poole | Saddiq Bey | Alex Sarr | Richaun Holmes |
| Marcus Smart | Bilal Coulibaly | Corey Kispert | Anthony Gill | Tristan Vukcevic |
| Bub Carrington | AJ Johnson | Khris Middleton | JT Thor | |
| Colby Jones | Erik Stevenson | Justin Champagnie | Kyshawn George | |
| Jaylen Martin |
Washington Wizards Top 10 Highest-Paid Players
| Player | Position | Salary | Contract Through |
| Khris Middleton | F | $33,926,296 | 2026 |
| CJ McCollum | G | $30,666,666 | 2026 |
| Corey Kispert | F | $13,975,000 | 2029 |
| Alex Sarr | C | $11,808,240 | 2028 |
| Tre Johnson | G | $8,237,640 | 2028 |
| Bilal Coulibaly | G | $7,275,600 | 2028 |
| Malaki Branham | G | $4,962,033 | 2026 |
| Bub Carrington | G | $4,677,600 | 2028 |
| Cam Whitmore | F | $3,539,760 | 2028 |
| Will Riley | G | $3,512,520 | 2028 |
Khris Middleton commands the highest salary at $33.9 million on an expiring deal. The 34-year-old opted into his player option after the Bucks moved on from their Big Three experiment.
CJ McCollum provides veteran backcourt presence at $30.6 million through 2026. Corey Kispert locked in a four-year, $54 million extension last October.
Alex Sarr leads the young core at $11.8 million as the second overall pick from 2024. Tre Johnson adds scoring punch at $8.2 million after going sixth overall this past draft.
Khris Middleton Net Worth Built on Championship Run
Khris Middleton has accumulated a net worth around $110 million through NBA contracts and endorsements.
His career earnings exceed $296 million across 13 seasons, including a championship with Milwaukee in 2021.
The three-time All-Star signed a five-year, $178 million deal with the Bucks in 2019.
He’s earned endorsement income from Nike, AT&T, Nintendo, Panini, and T-Mobile throughout his career. His Nike partnership began early in his career and continues today.
| Player | Salary | Career Earnings (Est.) | Net Worth (Est.) | Key Endorsements |
| Khris Middleton | $33.9M | $296M+ | $110M | Nike, AT&T, T-Mobile |
| CJ McCollum | $30.6M | $240M+ | $30M | Nike |
| Corey Kispert | $13.9M | $30M+ | $8M | Various |
| Alex Sarr | $11.8M | $11.8M | $3M | Various |
| Tre Johnson | $8.2M | $8.2M | $1M | Various |
CJ McCollum brings $30 million in net worth to Washington. His career earnings exceed $240 million after signing a three-year, $100 million extension with New Orleans in 2022. He has a lifetime Adidas deal signed in December 2024 joining LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant.
Corey Kispert secured his future with a four-year, $54 million extension. The Gonzaga product averaged 13.4 points while shooting 38 percent from three last season.
Washington Wizards Spending by Position
| Position Group | Total Spending | Top Earner | Salary |
| Guards | $58.3M | CJ McCollum | $30.6M |
| Forwards | $55.8M | Khris Middleton | $33.9M |
| Centers | $11.8M | Alex Sarr | $11.8M |
| Bench/Rotation | $30.8M | Corey Kispert | $13.9M |
Washington spreads spending fairly evenly between guards and forwards. Guards receive $58.3 million with CJ McCollum, Tre Johnson, Bilal Coulibaly, and Malaki Branham competing for minutes.
Forwards take $55.8 million led by Khris Middleton and Corey Kispert. Centers consume just $11.8 million with Alex Sarr handling nearly all the minutes.
The Wizards prioritized financial flexibility over winning now. They’ll have roughly $100 million in cap space next summer when both Middleton and McCollum expire.
Expiring Contracts Set Up 2026 Spending Spree
The Wizards traded Jordan Poole and Saddiq Bey to New Orleans for CJ McCollum and Kelly Olynyk in June. Both veterans are on expiring contracts worth $44 million combined.
Combined with Khris Middleton’s expiring $33.9 million, Washington clears $110 million off the books. That gives them roughly $100 million in cap space for 2026 free agency. Only Corey Kispert’s $13.9 million is fully guaranteed beyond next season among veterans.
The strategy mirrors Oklahoma City’s rebuild where they stockpiled assets before striking in free agency. Washington owns multiple first-round picks from previous trades to sweeten deals or draft talent.
Tre Johnson Brings Instant Offense
Tre Johnson signed a four-year, $37.4 million rookie contract after going sixth overall. He’ll earn $8.2 million this season with team options in years three and four.
The Texas product won SEC Freshman of the Year after averaging 19.9 points on 40 percent three-point shooting. Johnson brings elite scoring and shooting to a team desperate for offensive firepower.
The 19-year-old joins a young core featuring Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly, and Bub Carrington. Washington drafted Will Riley at 21st overall to add more wing depth at $3.5 million on his rookie deal.
FAQs
Who is Washington Wizards highest-paid player?
Khris Middleton leads at $33,926,296 this season. His contract expires after this year, creating significant cap space for the Wizards in 2026 free agency.
What is Khris Middleton’s net worth?
Khris Middleton has an estimated net worth of $110 million. He earned over $296 million in career earnings and won a championship with Milwaukee in 2021.
How much cap space will the Wizards have in 2026?
The Wizards project to have roughly $100 million in cap space next summer. Expiring contracts for Middleton and McCollum total $64.5 million in cleared salary.
What did Tre Johnson sign for?
Tre Johnson signed a four-year, $37.4 million rookie contract. The sixth overall pick earns $8.2 million this season with team options in years three and four.
