What it means

An Exhibit 10 deal is a one-year, non-guaranteed NBA contract that usually gives a player a chance to compete in training camp and earn a roster or G League spot. It can also include a bonus if the player is waived and then spends time with that team’s G League affiliate.

How it works

  • It is usually a minimum-salary contract.
  • It is not fully guaranteed, so the team can waive the player without owing the full salary.
  • It can include a bonus for staying with the team’s G League affiliate for at least 60 days after being waived.
  • Teams can carry up to six Exhibit 10 contracts at once.

Why teams use it

This deal is mostly a low-risk way for teams to bring in extra players for camp, Summer League, or preseason competition. In recent days, several undrafted or former college players have signed Exhibit 10 deals with NBA teams, which shows how common this path is for players trying to get into the league.

Simple example

A player signs an Exhibit 10 deal with an NBA team, gets invited to camp, then is waived before the season. If that player joins the team’s G League affiliate and stays long enough, the bonus kicks in. If the player signs elsewhere instead, the bonus usually disappears.

Bottom line

An Exhibit 10 deal is basically a training-camp audition with a built-in incentive to stick with the team’s G League system. It is not the same as a guaranteed NBA roster spot, but it can be a useful first step.

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