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Navigating the NBA's 2026-27 Mid-Level and Bi-Annual Exceptions
The 2026-27 NBA season features several salary cap exceptions, including the Mid-Level (MLE) and Bi-Annual (BAE) exceptions, which allow teams over the cap to sign free agents. Eligibility and usage depend on a team's total salary relative to the cap and luxury tax thresholds, each carrying distinct financial values and strategic consequences like hard caps.
Darius Tehrani·October 11, 2026
