NBA G League 2025-26:
Rules, Salaries, and the Fast Track
from Prospects to the NBA
2025-26 G LeagueSeason at a Glance
31Teams
50+Games
Tip-OffTournament
12-13Active Roster
$45,000Standard Salary
G League Breakdown & Benefits
What Is the NBA G League?
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The official developmental league of the NBA — a high-level proving ground where young talent gains experience, competes against future NBA players, and earns direct call-up opportunities.
2025-26 / 2026-27 Key Rules & Roster
31 Teams (30 single-affiliated + 1 independent)
50+ Game Season (Tip-Off Tournament + Regular Season)
Active Roster: 12-13 players; Affiliate Players: Up to 5
G League Salaries Breakdown 2025-26
$45,000
Base SalaryPerformance Uplift
+ Standard Player Salary: $45,000 + Enhanced minimum available
How the G League Leads to the NBA
Strong performance
→Call-ups
→Two-Way conversions
→Standard NBA deals