All-Contract Team Dominates NBA with 66 Wins

Sometimes, an NBA title hinges on a smart signing or a star taking a team-friendly deal. See which players made our 15-man All-Contract Team.

The Roster

The All-Contract Team is made up of 15 players who are all signed to very good contracts. The team is led by Jalen Brunson, who is signed to a four-year, $100 million contract. Brunson is a 25-point-per-game scorer and a 40% 3-point shooter. He is also one of the best leaders and locker room presences in the league. The other guards on the team are Payton Pritchard, Scotty Pippen Jr., Derrick White, Deuce McBride, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker. The forwards on the team are Josh Hart, Dean Wade, Sam Hauser, Jaren Jackson Jr., Derrick Jones Jr., and Al Horford. The centers on the team are Jarrett Allen, Ivica Zubac, and Jay Huff.

How the Team Would Do

The numbers indicate this team would have a net rating of plus-11.8 points per 100 possessions -- giving it an expected win percentage of.809, which is a 66-win pace. The only team in the NBA with a better net rating as of Monday is Oklahoma City, and the only teams on pace to win more games this season are the Thunder and the league-leading Cavaliers.

Why the Team Would Do Well

The team is very deep and has a lot of shooting and defensive versatility. The team also has a lot of players who are signed to very good contracts. This allows the team to have a lot of flexibility and be able to add players in the future. The team also has a lot of players who are in the prime of their careers and are playing at a very high level.

Why the Team Might Struggle

The team is a little light on size at both guard and small forward. This could make defending in the playoffs a challenge. The team also has a lot of players who are on the older side. This could make it difficult for the team to stay healthy throughout the season.

Conclusion

The All-Contract Team is a very good team that would be a contender in the NBA. The team has a lot of depth, shooting, and defensive versatility. The team also has a lot of players who are signed to very good contracts. This allows the team to have a lot of flexibility and be able to add players in the future. The team's only weakness is its size, but this could be overcome with the right coaching and game plan.