Keyonte George Signs Five-Year $157.5M Extension With Utah Jazz

According to ESPN's Shams Charania and Tim MacMahon, Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George agreed on a five-year contract extension totaling $157.5 million on Friday. The deal represents a rookie-scale agreement that solidifies his role as the franchise's primary point guard following an improved performance during the 2025-26 campaign where he averaged career highs in points, assists, and steals. George was selected by Utah with their own draft pick after moving up from fourth place via lottery luck.