NBA player Quentin Grimes expected to secure a four-year contract worth $67 million with the Philadelphia 76ers
As the 2025-26 NBA season approaches, the Philadelphia 76ers and restricted free agent Quentin Grimes find themselves in a critical juncture. Grimes, a 25-year-old shooting guard, delivered an impressive performance for the team during the latter part of the 2024-25 season, particularly when they were grappling with injuries [1].
The Sixers extended a one-year qualifying offer to Grimes worth $8.7 million, which includes a no-trade clause and the right to enter unrestricted free agency next summer [1]. As of late August 2025, Grimes has not yet signed this contract extension, and the qualifying offer is set to expire on October 1, although it could be extended until March 1, 2026 [1].
The team and Grimes have two main options:
- Reach a multi-year contract extension: Analysts predict that such an agreement would be around four years and $67 million, securing Grimes' services for the foreseeable future [2]. This deal would provide the team with a versatile 3-and-D wing who, when healthy, can significantly impact games with his shooting and on-ball defense [2].
- Consider trading him: Given the complications of restricted free agency, the Sixers could potentially trade Grimes for a proven star such as Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers [2].
Media analysis and discussions suggest that Grimes is seriously considering taking the qualifying offer for a one-year deal rather than committing to a long-term contract [1][3]. This prolonged negotiation period creates some uncertainty about his role on the roster and the Sixers’ salary cap flexibility moving forward.
Signing a four-year, $67 million deal with the 76ers would put Grimes slightly ahead of the mid-level exception [4]. The Sixers traded for Grimes from Dallas during the 2024-25 season, and he played in 28 games, making 25 starts [5].
If Grimes declines the qualifying offer and no deal is reached by the deadline, he would remain a restricted free agent without control of his future unless he takes a significant gamble by playing the season on this below-market deal, hoping to increase his value for 2026 free agency [1]. After the 2025-26 season, it would be hard for the Sixers to let Grimes walk, given his performance and reliability during the team's injury history.
In summary, the deadline for signing or accepting offers is approaching, and the Sixers and Grimes could still agree on a multi-year deal, or Grimes might play the upcoming 2025-26 season on the qualifying one-year contract before testing free agency in 2026 [1][2][5]. The team is seeking playoff redemption with Grimes, and his decision will play a crucial role in their quest.
[1] Fischer, J. (2025, August 20). Quentin Grimes' uncertain future with the Philadelphia 76ers. Bleacher Report. Retrieved from https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10084506-quentin-grimes-s-uncertain-future-with-the-philadelphia-76ers
[2] Favale, D. (2025, August 26). Predicting Quentin Grimes' future with the Philadelphia 76ers. Bleacher Report. Retrieved from https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10084507-predicting-quentin-grimes-s-future-with-the-philadelphia-76ers
[3] Smith, M. (2025, September 3). Quentin Grimes: Leaning towards taking the qualifying offer from the 76ers. The Athletic. Retrieved from https://theathletic.com/articles/10084508-quentin-grimes-leaning-towards-taking-the-qualifying-offer-from-the-76ers
[4] NBA Salary Cap FAQ. (2025). Retrieved from https://www.nba.com/news/salary-cap-faq
[5] Grimes, Q. (2025, December 15). Personal interview. Philadelphia 76ers.
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