NBPA wins appeal over Terry Rozier’s $26.8 million salary

NBPA received the appeal on Monday for Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier to be paid his full salary for this season, according to Athletic’s Mike Workunov. Rozier was set to make $26.8 million this season in the final year of his contract. Rozier was placed on leave by the NBA earlier this season due to a federal investigation into an illegal gambling operation. Rozier has since pleaded not guilty to all charges. He hasn’t appeared in a single game for the Heat this season. This is an ongoing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Terry Rozier won his grievance with the NBA and will be paid $26.6 million this season. The NBA placed him on unpaid leave. The NBPA filed suit this fall, and arbitration was held in December.
“We are satisfied with the arbitrator’s decision and remain committed…
— Mike Vorkunov (@MikeVorkunov) February 2, 2026
2026-02-02 20:56:00







