New Delhi, July 11 -- Jalen Williams, the Oklahoma City Thunder's rising star agreed to a five-year contract extension worth up to $287 million, locking him in as a significant cornerstone of the team's future.

Thunder who recently won the NBA finals against the Indiana Pacers are betting big on Williams, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Chet Holmgren, whose combined contracts are worth nearly $822 million.

Jalen Williams had a breakout third season. The 23-year-old averaged 21.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.6 steals per game. His brilliant performance earned him his first All-Star nod, an All-NBA Third Team selection, and a spot on the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.

Williams made history as only the second player, alongside Ko...