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<h2><b>History</b></h2>
The Dallas Mavericks were founded in 1980 as an expansion team in the NBA. However, there were initial doubts when the proposal to add a new team was made in 1978. At the time, the league was in a tight spot with 18 of the 22 teams losing money the previous season. Furthermore, Texas already had the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets. This caused reluctance in forming a new team in Dallas. Despite this, former commissioner Larry O'Brien announced the expansion during the 1978-79 All-Star game. Also, league owners voted in favor of admitting a new team.

<img class="size-full wp-image-421800 aligncenter" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201024214720/1200px-Dallas_Mavericks_logo.svg.png" alt="" width="1200" height="1248" />

The team name Mavericks was chosen from a fan contest. The name was inspired by the TV series <em>Maverick.</em> Interestingly, James Garner, the lead role of the TV show was a member of the ownership group. The Mavs hired former NBA champion head coach Dick Motta as their first head coach. The team drafted Kiki VanDeWeghe of UCLA with the 11th pick of the 1980 NBA draft. Notably, VanDeWeghe refused to play for the team and was then traded.

Ever since the Mavericks were founded, they were on a vicious cycle of rebuilding and tearing down in an attempt to win a championship. The team saw a change in ownership in 2000 with Mark Cuban. The billionaire's arrival brought a newfound energy to the franchise. After losing the Finals in 2006, the franchise won its first title in 2011.
<h2><b>Who is the owner of the Dallas Mavericks?</b></h2>
Mark Cuban is the owner of the Dallas Mavericks. The businessman reportedly purchased the team for $285 million in 2000 from previous owner H. Ross Perot Jr. Cuban was a long-time fan of the team and was a season ticket holder. The billionaire even revealed that he decided to buy the team after watching the 1999 home opener. Cuban could not believe the game was not sold out and felt he could make the team better and improve the sale of tickets.

[caption id="attachment_1056414" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1056414 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/106863870-1617672478225-gettyimages-1182566971-cr9p3181_2019111491800665_20191115111219.jpeg" alt="Mark Cuban" width="1920" height="1280" /> Credits: Mike Stobe | Getty Images Sport | Getty Images[/caption]

He certainly made the Mavs better on and off the court. In terms of league success, the Mavericks started consistently making the playoffs after his arrival and eventually won a ring in 2011. On the business side of things, he helped popularise the team and made good profits over the years which helped increase its value. Forbes currently values the Mavs at $3.3 billion.
<h2><b>Who is the Head Coach of the Dallas Mavericks?</b></h2>
Dallas Mavericks legend Jason Kidd is the current head coach of the Mavs. He became the head coach of his former team in 2021. Notably, this is his third stint with the Mavericks. The team selected Kidd as the second overall pick in the 1994 NBA draft. The point guard impressed everyone with his passing abilities and was the Rookie of the Year along with Grant Hill. After three seasons, he was traded to the Phoenix Suns.

In the years that followed, Kidd became one of the best playmakers in the league and led the NBA in assists on five occasions. After five years in Phoenix and seven years with the New Jersey Nets, Kidd returned to the Mavs in 2008. He was at the tail end of his career and his scoring average had gone down. However, his assist numbers were still great and helped the team massively. Kidd was an important piece of the Mavs team that clinched the title in 2011. After five seasons from 2007 to 2012, Kidd was traded to the New York Knicks where he finished his playing career after one year.

Kidd was assigned the head coach of the Brooklyn Nets in 2013 immediately after retiring. However, the Nets parted ways after one season. The Milwaukee Bucks announced Kidd as the head coach in 2014. After four seasons, the Bucks fired him. He was hired as an assistant coach by the Los Angeles Lakers under Frank Vogel. Kidd won his first title as an assistant coach for the Lakers in 2020 before becoming the head coach of the Mavericks in 2021.
<h2><b>Team Sponsors</b></h2>
The Dallas Mavericks reportedly signed a multi-year jersey patch sponsorship deal with Chime in 2020. American Airlines obtained the naming rights of the Mavs' stadium in 1999 for a reported $150 million. Some of the other major sponsors of the franchise are Voyager, Jackpocket, Therabody, Betway, DoorDash, etc.
<h2><b>Dallas Mavericks Roster</b></h2>
<table style="height: 734px" width="435">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Luka Doncic</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Point Guard</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">24</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Kyrie Irving</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Point Guard</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">31</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Tim Hardaway Jr.?</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Small Forward</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">31</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Davis Bertans</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Small Forward</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">30</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Christian Wood</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Forward</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">27</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Dwight Powell</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Center</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">31</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Reggie Bullock</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Small Forward</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">32</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Maxi Kleber</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Power Forward</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">31</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">JaVale McGee</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Center</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">35</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Josh Green</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Shooting Guard</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">22</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Frank Ntilikina</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Point Guard</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">24</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Theo Pinson</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Guard</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">27</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2><b>Achievements and Wins</b></h2>
The Dallas Mavericks started their time in the NBA with a debut win against the San Antonio Spurs in the 1980-81 opener. However, the team finished their first season with a poor 15?67 record. The team slowly built momentum in the next couple of years and made the playoffs in the 1983-84 season with the help of stars like Mark Aguirre, Jay Vincent, and Rolando Blackman. They were, however, eliminated in the second round by the Los Angeles Lakers. The Mavs consistently made the playoffs in the next few seasons and won their first division title in 1987. They also made the Western Conference Finals that year but were beaten by the Lakers again.

After decent performances in the next two seasons, the Mavs had a huge drought of ten years without playoff basketball from 1990 to 2000. With the acquisition of Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash in 1998 and the arrival of Mark Cuban in 2000, the Mavs were revived. The team started making the playoffs and made some deep runs. Mavs then reached the 2005-06 NBA Finals and were favorites to win the title against the Miami Heat. The Mavericks took a 2-0 series lead, but the Heat came back strong and won the next four games to clinch the championship. This was a massive blow to the franchise and its fans around the world.

[caption id="attachment_316436" align="aligncenter" width="2000"]<img class="wp-image-316436 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200716203537/ap_clippers_mavericks_2417475.jpg" alt="" width="2000" height="1532" /> Dallas Mavericks guard Steve Nash (13), from Canada, and forward Dirk Nowitzki (41), from Germany, celebrate a basket against the Los Angeles Clippers during the first half of their game Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2004 in Dallas. Dallas won 116-91. (AP Photo/Donna McWilliam) ORG XMIT: DNA103[/caption]

The Mavs continued their playoff appearances in the next few years and again reached the ultimate stage in the 2010-11 season. They went up against familiar foes, the Miami Heat. However, the tables were turned this time around with the Heat being the heavy favorites with the likes of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh. On the other hand, the Mavs were an aging squad with Dirk 32, Jason Terry 33, Jason Kidd 32, Shawn Marion 32, and so forth. However, the Mavs were out for revenge. The teams won alternative games and it was 2-2 after four games. The Mavericks won the next two games to win their first-ever title against all odds. Nowitzki was named the Finals MVP for his inspirational performances.

This was followed by a few years of playoff disappointments and a few years of no playoffs. The Mavericks then started to rebuild and acquired superstar Luka Doncic in the 2018 draft from the Atlanta Hawks via trade. Doncic hit the ground running and led the team to their fourth division title in 2021 when they lost the WCF against the Golden State Warriors.
<h2><b>Legendary Players and Coaches</b></h2>
The Mavericks have had many legendary players and coaches on their team over the years. The franchise has so far retired the jerseys of players like Brad Davis (15), Rolando Blackman (22), Derek Harper (12), and Dirk Nowitzki (41). Some of the other superstars to have donned the Mavs' uniform and had a great impact are Mark Aguirre, Michael Finley, Jason Kidd, Steve Nash, Jason Terry, Luka Doncic and so forth. The Mavericks have been under the leadership of some legendary head coaches like Don Nelson, Avery Johnson, and Rick Carlisle.
<h2><b>Dallas Mavericks? Rivals?</b></h2>
The Mavericks have a fierce rivalry with the Miami Heat because of their clashes in the NBA Finals. While Miami took the first one, the Mavs had their revenge when the teams faced each other for the second time. Even though the rivalry has died down in recent years since the teams are from different Conferences, both teams don't give an inch when they face during the regular season.

Another major rival of the Mavs is the Los Angeles Lakers. The Mavs and Lakers have battled in the playoffs on four occasions and the Lakers have won thrice including a WCF. The Mavs finally came out on top against their rivals by sweeping them on their way to the ring in 2011.

[caption id="attachment_1451725" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1451725 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-01-13T032651Z_958761769_MT1USATODAY19778471_RTRMADP_3_NBA-DALLAS-MAVERICKS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Luka Doncic" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jan 12, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) controls the ball against Los Angeles Lakers forward Juan Toscano-Anderson (95) and center Thomas Bryant (31) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The Mavericks also have an intense rivalry with the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets as all three teams are from Texas. The Spurs and the Mavs have clashed in the playoffs six times. The Spurs have come out victorious on four occasions. The Rockets and the Mavericks have faced each other in the playoffs thrice. The Mavs have won twice.
<h2><b>Dallas Mavericks on Social Media</b></h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Instagram</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dallasmavs/?hl=en"><span style="font-weight: 400">@dallasmavs</span></a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Twitter</span></td>
<td><a href="https://twitter.com/dallasmavs"><span style="font-weight: 400">@dallasmavs</span></a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Facebook</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dallasmavs/"><span style="font-weight: 400">@dallasmavs</span></a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Website</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.mavs.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400">https://www.mavs.com/</span></a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
&nbsp;
<table style="height: 673px" width="506">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Founded?</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">1980</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Owner</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Mark Cuban</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Conference</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">West</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">General Manager</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nico Harrison</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Head Coach</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Jason Kidd</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Sponsors</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Chime, American Airlines, Voyager, etc</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Arena</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">American Airlines Center</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Championships</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">1</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Conference Titles</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">2</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Division Titles</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">4</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Team Value</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$3.3 Billion</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center"></h2>

Dallas Mavericks

History The Dallas Mavericks were founded in 1980 as an expansion team in the NBA. However, there were initial doubts when the proposal to add a new team was made in 1978. At the time, the league was in a tight spot with 18 of the 22 teams losing money the previous season. Furthermore, Texas already had the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets. This caused reluctance in forming a new team in Dallas. Despite this, former commissioner Larry O&#8217;Brien announced the expansion during the 1978-79 All-Star game. Also, league owners voted in favor of admitting a new team. The team name Mavericks was chosen from a fan contest. The name was inspired by the TV series Maverick. Interestingly, James Garner, the lead role of the TV show was a member of the ownership group. The Mavs hired former NBA champion head coach Dick Motta as their first head coach. The team drafted Kiki VanDeWeghe of UCLA with the 11th pick of the 1980 NBA draft. Notably, VanDeWeghe refused to play for the team and was then traded. Ever since the Mavericks were founded, they were on a vicious cycle of rebuilding and tearing down in an attempt to win a championship. The team saw a change in ownership in 2000 with Mark Cuban. The billionaire&#8217;s arrival brought a newfound energy to the franchise. After losing the Finals in 2006, the franchise won its first title in 2011. Who is the owner of the Dallas Mavericks? Mark Cuban is the owner of the Dallas Mavericks. The businessman reportedly purchased the team for $285 million in 2000 from previous owner H. Ross Perot Jr. Cuban was a long-time fan of the team and was a season ticket holder. The billionaire even revealed that he decided to buy the team after watching the 1999 home opener. Cuban could not believe the game was not sold out and felt he could make the team better and improve the sale of tickets. Credits: Mike Stobe | Getty Images Sport | Getty Images He certainly made the Mavs better on and off the court. In terms of league success, the Mavericks started consistently making the playoffs after his arrival and eventually won a ring in 2011. On the business side of things, he helped popularise the team and made good profits over the years which helped increase its value. Forbes currently values the Mavs at $3.3 billion. Who is the Head Coach of the Dallas Mavericks? Dallas Mavericks legend Jason Kidd is the current head coach of the Mavs. He became the head coach of his former team in 2021. Notably, this is his third stint with the Mavericks. The team selected Kidd as the second overall pick in the 1994 NBA draft. The point guard impressed everyone with his passing abilities and was the Rookie of the Year along with Grant Hill. After three seasons, he was traded to the Phoenix Suns. In the years that followed, Kidd became one of the best playmakers in the league and led the NBA in assists on five occasions. After five years in Phoenix and seven years with the New Jersey Nets, Kidd returned to the Mavs in 2008. He was at the tail end of his career and his scoring average had gone down. However, his assist numbers were still great and helped the team massively. Kidd was an important piece of the Mavs team that clinched the title in 2011. After five seasons from 2007 to 2012, Kidd was traded to the New York Knicks where he finished his playing career after one year. Kidd was assigned the head coach of the Brooklyn Nets in 2013 immediately after retiring. However, the Nets parted ways after one season. The Milwaukee Bucks announced Kidd as the head coach in 2014. After four seasons, the Bucks fired him. He was hired as an assistant coach by the Los Angeles Lakers under Frank Vogel. Kidd won his first title as an assistant coach for the Lakers in 2020 before becoming the head coach of the Mavericks in 2021. Team Sponsors The Dallas Mavericks reportedly signed a multi-year jersey patch sponsorship deal with Chime in 2020. American Airlines obtained the naming rights of the Mavs&#8217; stadium in 1999 for a reported $150 million. Some of the other major sponsors of the franchise are Voyager, Jackpocket, Therabody, Betway, DoorDash, etc. Dallas Mavericks Roster  Luka Doncic Point Guard 24  Kyrie Irving Point Guard 31  Tim Hardaway Jr.? Small Forward 31  Davis Bertans Small Forward 30  Christian Wood Forward 27  Dwight Powell Center 31  Reggie Bullock Small Forward 32  Maxi Kleber Power Forward 31  JaVale McGee Center 35  Josh Green Shooting Guard 22  Frank Ntilikina Point Guard 24  Theo Pinson Guard 27  Achievements and Wins The Dallas Mavericks started their time in the NBA with a debut win against the San Antonio Spurs in the 1980-81 opener. However, the team finished their first season with a poor 15?67 record. The team slowly built momentum in the next couple of years and made the playoffs in the 1983-84 season with the help of stars like Mark Aguirre, Jay Vincent, and Rolando Blackman. They were, however, eliminated in the second round by the Los Angeles Lakers. The Mavs consistently made the playoffs in the next few seasons and won their first division title in 1987. They also made the Western Conference Finals that year but were beaten by the Lakers again. After decent performances in the next two seasons, the Mavs had a huge drought of ten years without playoff basketball from 1990 to 2000. With the acquisition of Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash in 1998 and the arrival of Mark Cuban in 2000, the Mavs were revived. The team started making the playoffs and made some deep runs. Mavs then reached the 2005-06 NBA Finals and were favorites to win the title against the Miami Heat. The Mavericks took a 2-0 series lead, but the Heat came back strong and won the next four games to clinch the championship. This was a massive blow to the franchise and its fans around the world. Dallas Mavericks guard Steve Nash (13), from Canada, and forward Dirk Nowitzki (41), from Germany, celebrate a basket against the Los Angeles Clippers during the first half of their game Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2004 in Dallas. Dallas won 116-91. (AP Photo/Donna McWilliam) ORG XMIT: DNA103 The Mavs continued their playoff appearances in the next few years and again reached the ultimate stage in the 2010-11 season. They went up against familiar foes, the Miami Heat. However, the tables were turned this time around with the Heat being the heavy favorites with the likes of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh. On the other hand, the Mavs were an aging squad with Dirk 32, Jason Terry 33, Jason Kidd 32, Shawn Marion 32, and so forth. However, the Mavs were out for revenge. The teams won alternative games and it was 2-2 after four games. The Mavericks won the next two games to win their first-ever title against all odds. Nowitzki was named the Finals MVP for his inspirational performances. This was followed by a few years of playoff disappointments and a few years of no playoffs. The Mavericks then started to rebuild and acquired superstar Luka Doncic in the 2018 draft from the Atlanta Hawks via trade. Doncic hit the ground running and led the team to their fourth division title in 2021 when they lost the WCF against the Golden State Warriors. Legendary Players and Coaches The Mavericks have had many legendary players and coaches on their team over the years. The franchise has so far retired the jerseys of players like Brad Davis (15), Rolando Blackman (22), Derek Harper (12), and Dirk Nowitzki (41). Some of the other superstars to have donned the Mavs&#8217; uniform and had a great impact are Mark Aguirre, Michael Finley, Jason Kidd, Steve Nash, Jason Terry, Luka Doncic and so forth. The Mavericks have been under the leadership of some legendary head coaches like Don Nelson, Avery Johnson, and Rick Carlisle. Dallas Mavericks? Rivals? The Mavericks have a fierce rivalry with the Miami Heat because of their clashes in the NBA Finals. While Miami took the first one, the Mavs had their revenge when the teams faced each other for the second time. Even though the rivalry has died down in recent years since the teams are from different Conferences, both teams don&#8217;t give an inch when they face during the regular season. Another major rival of the Mavs is the Los Angeles Lakers. The Mavs and Lakers have battled in the playoffs on four occasions and the Lakers have won thrice including a WCF. The Mavs finally came out on top against their rivals by sweeping them on their way to the ring in 2011. Jan 12, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) controls the ball against Los Angeles Lakers forward Juan Toscano-Anderson (95) and center Thomas Bryant (31) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports The Mavericks also have an intense rivalry with the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets as all three teams are from Texas. The Spurs and the Mavs have clashed in the playoffs six times. The Spurs have come out victorious on four occasions. The Rockets and the Mavericks have faced each other in the playoffs thrice. The Mavs have won twice. Dallas Mavericks on Social Media  Instagram @dallasmavs  Twitter @dallasmavs  Facebook @dallasmavs  Website https://www.mavs.com/  &nbsp;  Founded? 1980  Owner Mark Cuban  Conference West  General Manager Nico Harrison  Head Coach Jason Kidd  Sponsors Chime, American Airlines, Voyager, etc  Arena American Airlines Center  Championships 1  Conference Titles 2  Division Titles 4  Team Value $3.3 Billion

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<h2>Devin Booker?s Net Worth 2023, Family, House, Cars, and More</h2>
<h2><b>Devin Booker's Net Worth 2023 (Update)</b></h2>
Devin Booker has an estimated net worth of $30 million, according to reports. In his eight years long career so far, Booker has reportedly amassed over $130 million in NBA salaries alone. After signing a massive contract extension last year, he will receive $33 million for the current season. Other than his salary, Booker makes a lot from his endorsement deals. As per reports, he earns around $8 million per year from endorsements.
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s early life?</b></h2>
Devin Booker was born on October 30, 1996, in Grand Rapids, Michigan where he spent most of his childhood. Booker followed in the footsteps of his father from a very early age and started playing basketball. After his freshman year at Grandville High School, Booker moved to Mississippi to live with his father. A young Devin enrolled at Moss Point High School where his father joined as an assistant basketball coach. Furthermore, it was his father's alma mater. After an impressive high school career, Booker committed to the University of Kentucky in 2014. He then declared for the 2015 NBA draft after one year of college basketball.
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s family and personal life</b></h2>
Devin Booker is the only child of Veronica Guti?rrez, a cosmetologist and Melvin Booker, a professional basketball player. Melvin played college basketball for the University of Missouri from 1990 to 1994. After a small stint in the NBA, he mostly played overseas basketball. After Melvin returned to the country, Devin moved in with him to be coached by his father. It worked wonders for the young guard as he soon became one of the best high school players in the country.

[caption id="attachment_1413630" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1413630" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-12-16T061557Z_144565456_MT1USATODAY19631792_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PHOENIX-SUNS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS.jpg" alt="Devin Booker" width="1920" height="1280" /> Dec 15, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) controls the ball against the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Devin Booker has been in romantic relationships with celebrities like Jade Ramey, Jordyn Woods, and Kendall Jenner. The <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/phoenix-suns/">Phoenix Suns</a> star and Kendall Jenner started dating in 2020 and broke up in 2022. The two have been spotted together multiple times in public. It looks like Booker is currently single. However, he was recently seen having dinner with actress Jenna Ortega, which have sparked some rumors.
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s career</b></h2>
Under the tutelage of his father, Melvin Booker, Devin Booker became one of the top prospects in the country. Booker played three years for Moss Point High School, where he became the school's All-Time leading scorer. After graduating high school in 2013, the talented star received multiple college offers. After considering his options, Booker opted to join the University of Kentucky. He impressed many with his performances for the Wildcats and in 2015 Booker declared for the NBA draft.

[caption id="attachment_698711" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-698711" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-07-09T012733Z_1102271367_MT1USATODAY16385649_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-MILWAUKEE-BUCKS-AT-PHOENIX-SUNS.jpg" alt="Devin Booker of Phoenix Suns" width="1920" height="1411" /> Jul 8, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and center Brook Lopez (11) during the first half in game two of the 2021 NBA Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The Phoenix Suns selected Booker as the 13th overall pick in the draft. He came off the bench initially but soon sealed the starting spot with his performances. He quickly became one of the best players for the Suns and was 4th in the Rookie of the Year voting that year. Booker continued his upward trajectory in the league and had an 8-point jump in points average in his sophomore season. D-Book then became one of the best young talents in the league with an almost unstoppable mid-range game. In 2020, he made his first All-Star team appearance and has been a mainstay ever since.

Booker can be considered to be one of the most durable and consistent stars in the league. Even though his injury layoffs have hurt the team in the playoffs, Booker has not had any major setbacks so far, playing day in and day out. The shooting guard led the Suns to the 2020-21 NBA Finals for the first time since 1992-93. Unfortunately, the Suns could not clinch the title against the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/milwaukee-bucks/">Milwaukee Bucks</a>.
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s career stats</b></h2>
<strong>Regular season stats:</strong>

Games played - 530

Points per game - 23.9

Assists per game - 4.8

Rebounds per game - 4

<strong>Playoffs stats:</strong>

Games played? - 41

Points per game - 28.4

Assists per game - 5.1

Rebounds per game - 5.3
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s endorsements </b><b>and </b><b></b><b>investments</b></h2>
Devin Booker adds millions to his fortune every year from his various endorsements and investments. Some of the biggest brands endorsed by Booker are Nike, <span style="font-weight: 400">Foot Locker, Finish Line, Corona Beer, Autograph, 2K Sports, Chevrolet, Sweetgreen, Call of Duty, etc.</span><span style="font-weight: 400"> He has reportedly invested in brands like Overtime, Buzzer, and GoPuff. Furthermore, he is the co-owner of COCO5 which is a coconut-water sports drink.</span>
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s major achievements and awards</b></h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">3 x NBA All-Star (2020, 2021, 2022)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">All-NBA First Team (2022)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Three-Point Contest winner (2018)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie First Team (2016)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">SEC Sixth Man of the Year (2015)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">SEC All-Freshmen Team (2015)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">Second-team All-SEC (2015)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">McDonald's All-American (2014)</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s sneaker contract</b></h2>
Devin Booker has been a Nike athlete ever since he first stepped into the league in 2015. Booker reportedly signed a six-year contract extension with Nike last year and will remain a Nike athlete until 2029. However, the financial details of the deal are unknown. The 26-year-old is a huge fan of NBA legend <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/kobe-bryant/">Kobe Bryant,</a> who even mentored him. Booker continues Kobe's legacy on the court by wearing the latter's iconic sneaker line during games. However, he is finally set to have his own line of signature shoes. As per reports, Booker's first shoe is likely to be called 'Nike D Book 1' and will be released in 2024. The design is expected to be something similar to Kobe's line.
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s contract details</b></h2>
Devin Booker signed a four-year $224.2 million Player extension with the Phoenix Suns in 2022. With this new and improved deal, he will make an annual average salary of $31 million. For the 2022-23 season, he reportedly earned over $33 million, which will increase to $36 million for the next season.
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s charity and foundation</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns came together and founded the 'Devin Booker Starting Five' initiative in 2019. The initiative donated $100,000 to five non-profit organizations to continue their work throughout Arizona. Booker and the Suns also reportedly pledged to donate $2.5 million over a period of five years to organizations such as Gap Ministries, Central Arizona Shelter Services, YMCA of Southern Arizona, Arizona Autism United, and Elevate Phoenix. He also donated $10,000 to raise funds for people in and around Phoenix, who were struggling d</span>uring the COVID-19 pandemic.
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s c</b><b>ar collection</b></h2>
Devin Booker is a massive fan of vintage cars, especially the Chevrolet Impala, and has some classic cars in his collection like the Chevrolet K5 Blazer, a 1995 Chevrolet Impala SS, a Buick Grand National, a Buick GNX, and a 1959 Chevrolet Impala. <span style="font-weight: 400">He has also been multiple times seen driving luxury cars such as the Ferrari 488 GTB, the Audi A8, the Porsche Panamera, etc. Booker reportedly also has a Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and a Range Rover.</span>
<h2><b>Devin Booker?s house</b></h2>
Devin Booker lives in style in his stunning mansion in Paradise Valley, Arizona. The Suns star reportedly bought the 5,000-square-foot property for $3.2 million in 2019. The estate consists of four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a massive car garage to roof a few cars from his massive collection. The luxury mansion also has a dining room with wine storage and a butler?s pantry, a chef?s kitchen, an exercise room, a private pool, and a spa. The house has a modern interior with a touch of classic.
<h2><b>Devin Booker's social media accounts</b></h2>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Instagram</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dbook/?hl=en"><span style="font-weight: 400">@dbook</span></a></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Twitter</span></td>
<td><a href="https://twitter.com/DevinBook?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"><span style="font-weight: 400">@DevinBook</span></a></td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Facebook</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044333234454"><span style="font-weight: 400">@DevinBooker</span></a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Full Name</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Devin Armani Booker</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Popular Name</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Devin Booker</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Date</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">October 30, 1996</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Place</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Grand Rapids, Michigan</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Age</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">26</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Height</td>
<td>?6'3" (<span style="font-weight: 400">1.96m)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight</td>
<td>?205 lbs (<span style="font-weight: 400">93 Kg)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Parents</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Veronica Guti?rrez and Melvin Booker</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Siblings</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">None</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">American</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Ethnicity</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">A mix of African American, Mexican, and Puerto Rican</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Net Worth</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$30 million</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Salary</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$33 million</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Relationship/Marital Status</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Single</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Profession</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Basketball Player</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Team</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Phoenix Suns</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Devin Booker

Devin Booker?s Net Worth 2023, Family, House, Cars, and More Devin Booker&#8217;s Net Worth 2023 (Update) Devin Booker has an estimated net worth of $30 million, according to reports. In his eight years long career so far, Booker has reportedly amassed over $130 million in NBA salaries alone. After signing a massive contract extension last year, he will receive $33 million for the current season. Other than his salary, Booker makes a lot from his endorsement deals. As per reports, he earns around $8 million per year from endorsements. Devin Booker?s early life? Devin Booker was born on October 30, 1996, in Grand Rapids, Michigan where he spent most of his childhood. Booker followed in the footsteps of his father from a very early age and started playing basketball. After his freshman year at Grandville High School, Booker moved to Mississippi to live with his father. A young Devin enrolled at Moss Point High School where his father joined as an assistant basketball coach. Furthermore, it was his father&#8217;s alma mater. After an impressive high school career, Booker committed to the University of Kentucky in 2014. He then declared for the 2015 NBA draft after one year of college basketball. Devin Booker?s family and personal life Devin Booker is the only child of Veronica Guti?rrez, a cosmetologist and Melvin Booker, a professional basketball player. Melvin played college basketball for the University of Missouri from 1990 to 1994. After a small stint in the NBA, he mostly played overseas basketball. After Melvin returned to the country, Devin moved in with him to be coached by his father. It worked wonders for the young guard as he soon became one of the best high school players in the country. Dec 15, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) controls the ball against the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports Devin Booker has been in romantic relationships with celebrities like Jade Ramey, Jordyn Woods, and Kendall Jenner. The Phoenix Suns star and Kendall Jenner started dating in 2020 and broke up in 2022. The two have been spotted together multiple times in public. It looks like Booker is currently single. However, he was recently seen having dinner with actress Jenna Ortega, which have sparked some rumors. Devin Booker?s career Under the tutelage of his father, Melvin Booker, Devin Booker became one of the top prospects in the country. Booker played three years for Moss Point High School, where he became the school&#8217;s All-Time leading scorer. After graduating high school in 2013, the talented star received multiple college offers. After considering his options, Booker opted to join the University of Kentucky. He impressed many with his performances for the Wildcats and in 2015 Booker declared for the NBA draft. Jul 8, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and center Brook Lopez (11) during the first half in game two of the 2021 NBA Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports The Phoenix Suns selected Booker as the 13th overall pick in the draft. He came off the bench initially but soon sealed the starting spot with his performances. He quickly became one of the best players for the Suns and was 4th in the Rookie of the Year voting that year. Booker continued his upward trajectory in the league and had an 8-point jump in points average in his sophomore season. D-Book then became one of the best young talents in the league with an almost unstoppable mid-range game. In 2020, he made his first All-Star team appearance and has been a mainstay ever since. Booker can be considered to be one of the most durable and consistent stars in the league. Even though his injury layoffs have hurt the team in the playoffs, Booker has not had any major setbacks so far, playing day in and day out. The shooting guard led the Suns to the 2020-21 NBA Finals for the first time since 1992-93. Unfortunately, the Suns could not clinch the title against the Milwaukee Bucks. Devin Booker?s career stats Regular season stats: Games played &#8211; 530 Points per game &#8211; 23.9 Assists per game &#8211; 4.8 Rebounds per game &#8211; 4 Playoffs stats: Games played? &#8211; 41 Points per game &#8211; 28.4 Assists per game &#8211; 5.1 Rebounds per game &#8211; 5.3 Devin Booker?s endorsements and investments Devin Booker adds millions to his fortune every year from his various endorsements and investments. Some of the biggest brands endorsed by Booker are Nike, Foot Locker, Finish Line, Corona Beer, Autograph, 2K Sports, Chevrolet, Sweetgreen, Call of Duty, etc. He has reportedly invested in brands like Overtime, Buzzer, and GoPuff. Furthermore, he is the co-owner of COCO5 which is a coconut-water sports drink. Devin Booker?s major achievements and awards 3 x NBA All-Star (2020, 2021, 2022) All-NBA First Team (2022) NBA Three-Point Contest winner (2018) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2016) SEC Sixth Man of the Year (2015) SEC All-Freshmen Team (2015) Second-team All-SEC (2015) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2014) Devin Booker?s sneaker contract Devin Booker has been a Nike athlete ever since he first stepped into the league in 2015. Booker reportedly signed a six-year contract extension with Nike last year and will remain a Nike athlete until 2029. However, the financial details of the deal are unknown. The 26-year-old is a huge fan of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, who even mentored him. Booker continues Kobe&#8217;s legacy on the court by wearing the latter&#8217;s iconic sneaker line during games. However, he is finally set to have his own line of signature shoes. As per reports, Booker&#8217;s first shoe is likely to be called &#8216;Nike D Book 1&#8217; and will be released in 2024. The design is expected to be something similar to Kobe&#8217;s line. Devin Booker?s contract details Devin Booker signed a four-year $224.2 million Player extension with the Phoenix Suns in 2022. With this new and improved deal, he will make an annual average salary of $31 million. For the 2022-23 season, he reportedly earned over $33 million, which will increase to $36 million for the next season. Devin Booker?s charity and foundation Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns came together and founded the &#8216;Devin Booker Starting Five&#8217; initiative in 2019. The initiative donated $100,000 to five non-profit organizations to continue their work throughout Arizona. Booker and the Suns also reportedly pledged to donate $2.5 million over a period of five years to organizations such as Gap Ministries, Central Arizona Shelter Services, YMCA of Southern Arizona, Arizona Autism United, and Elevate Phoenix. He also donated $10,000 to raise funds for people in and around Phoenix, who were struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic. Devin Booker?s car collection Devin Booker is a massive fan of vintage cars, especially the Chevrolet Impala, and has some classic cars in his collection like the Chevrolet K5 Blazer, a 1995 Chevrolet Impala SS, a Buick Grand National, a Buick GNX, and a 1959 Chevrolet Impala. He has also been multiple times seen driving luxury cars such as the Ferrari 488 GTB, the Audi A8, the Porsche Panamera, etc. Booker reportedly also has a Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and a Range Rover. Devin Booker?s house Devin Booker lives in style in his stunning mansion in Paradise Valley, Arizona. The Suns star reportedly bought the 5,000-square-foot property for $3.2 million in 2019. The estate consists of four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a massive car garage to roof a few cars from his massive collection. The luxury mansion also has a dining room with wine storage and a butler?s pantry, a chef?s kitchen, an exercise room, a private pool, and a spa. The house has a modern interior with a touch of classic. Devin Booker&#8217;s social media accounts  Instagram @dbook  Twitter @DevinBook  Facebook @DevinBooker    Full Name Devin Armani Booker  Popular Name Devin Booker  Birth Date October 30, 1996  Birth Place Grand Rapids, Michigan  Age 26  Height ?6&#8217;3&#8243; (1.96m)  Weight ?205 lbs (93 Kg)  Parents Veronica Guti?rrez and Melvin Booker  Siblings None  Nationality American  Ethnicity A mix of African American, Mexican, and Puerto Rican  Net Worth $30 million  Salary $33 million  Relationship/Marital Status Single  Profession Basketball Player  Team Phoenix Suns

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Who is Luka Doncic?</b></h2>
<p class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9">Luka Doncic has quickly become one of the NBA's most talented young stars since entering the league in 2018. The 24-year-old Slovenian sensation was selected 3rd by Atlanta before being traded to Dallas, where he has shined over his first four seasons.</p>


[caption id="attachment_2596240" align="alignnone" width="7827"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2596240" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-01-28T031859Z_401758743_MT1USATODAY22391133_RTRMADP_3_NBA-SACRAMENTO-KINGS-AT-DALLAS-MAVERICKS.jpg" alt="Luka Doncic" width="7827" height="5218" /> Jan 27, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts to being called for a technical foul against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<p class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9">He took Spain's ACB League and EuroLeague by storm as a teenager for Real Madrid, winning EuroLeague MVP at 19 before making the jump to the NBA. Doncic has averaged over 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists the past three seasons, earning back-to-back All-NBA First Team nods.</p>

<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic's early life</b></h2>
Luka Doncic was born and brought up in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Interestingly, Luka first touched a basketball when he was just seven months old as his father, Sasa, was a professional player turned coach. The Slovenian's love for the game increased as he grew older and he continued to improve at a rapid pace as well.

Doncic started playing for his hometown club Union Olimpija and often practiced with kids much older than him because of his advanced skill set. When he was 13, Luka took a huge step in his life and career, when he moved to Madrid, Spain to play for Real Madrid. He graduated high school in Spain and did not go to college.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic's family and personal life</b></h2>
Luka Doncic was born on February 28, 1999 to Mirjam Poterbin and Sasa Doncic. His parents separated and subsequently divorced in 2018 when the Dallas Mavericks star was nine years old. The custody and legal guardianship of Luka was reportedly granted to his mother.

Mirjam was a model who even participated in the Miss Slovenia pageant in 1993. After her modeling career, she ran a beauty salon with her mother. <span class="LrzXr kno-fv wHYlTd z8gr9e">Sasa Doncic</span> played basketball for 17 years and has multiple accolades to his name. He has also played for the Slovenian national team. After retiring in 2010, <span class="LrzXr kno-fv wHYlTd z8gr9e">Saša Dončić </span>started his coaching career in 2022.
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According to multiple reports, Luka has been in a long-term relationship with the Slovenian model Anamaria Goltes. Goltes is also from Ljubljana, Slovenia, and went to the same school as Luka when she was young. However, the couple first met in Croatia during a vacation when they were just 12. Goltes is a model who has a massive following on social media. In 2016, Anamaria moved to the U.S. to pursue her modeling career.

The year also marked the start of a romantic relationship between the two childhood friends. The couple reportedly hit a rough patch in 2018 but are still going strong. <span style="font-weight: 400">In July 2023, Doncic got engaged to his longtime girlfriend Anamaria Goltes, and became a father to a baby girl named Gabriela.</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic's Net Worth 2024</b></h2>
Luka Doncic signed a five-year $215 million contract extension with the <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/dallas-mavericks/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Dallas Mavericks</a> in 2021, which earned him over $37 million for the 2022-23 season. The massive contract will fetch him over $40 million for the next season and he will receive an average salary of $43 million. So far, Doncic has reportedly made over $69 million in NBA salaries. Luka has an estimated net worth of $25 million, according to various reports. Furthermore, the combo guard also makes millions every year from his endorsements and partnerships.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic'</b><b>s basketball career</b></h2>
Luka Doncic grabbed the attention of major teams in Europe after impressing with his displays for local club Union Olimpija. In 2012, Real Madrid came calling and signed Luka for a five-year contract when he was just 13. The young star continued his development while playing for the under-16s and led the team to a Minicopa Endesa win in 2013. For his unreal performances, Doncic was named the MVP of the under-16 championship. He carried on his impressive development with the under-18s in the next few seasons.

During the 2014-15 season, Doncic made his professional debut for Real Madrid at the age of just 16. In the next season, he became a regular for the senior team. The years that followed saw the dominance of Doncic grow in the Spanish league. In the 2017-18 season, he led Real Madrid to a EuroLeague triumph and was named the EuroLeague MVP for his displays. He also helped the team clinch the Liga ACB title and took home the Liga ACB MVP honors as well.
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Doncic then declared for the 2018 NBA draft. The <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/atlanta-hawks/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Atlanta Hawks</a> selected him as the 3rd overall pick and then traded him on the same day for Trae Young who was drafted as the 5th pick by the Dallas Mavericks. Doncic hit the ground running for the Mavs and won the Rookie of the Year award, averaging 21.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 6 assists per game. He astonished everyone with his maturity on the hardwood and the ability to control the pace of the game despite being very young. Doncic made his first-ever NBA All-Star appearance in his sophomore year. He has made the team for four straight years ever since.

Doncic led the Mavs to the Western Conference Finals for the first time since the 2010-11 season. However, he could not help the team past the eventual champions the Golden State Warriors. Given the teams' heroics in the playoffs last season, there were huge expectations from Luka and the Mavericks for the 2022-23 season. Doncic started the season great and was in the MVP race for most of the campaign. However, the team struggled massively in the concluding stages of the season and failed to make it to the playoffs eventually.

<span style="font-weight: 400">In January 2023, Dončić was awarded the Western Conference Player of the Month award for his play during December, the third of his career. He was also named a Western Conference starter for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game, marking his fourth consecutive selection. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">During a game in March, Kyrie Irving scored 40 points while his teammate, Luka Dončić, scored 42 points. It was the first time in Dallas franchise history that two players scored 40 points in the same game. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">In March, he surpassed Mark Aguirre’s previous record for the most 30-point games in a season in Mavericks history. Following this, i</span><span style="font-weight: 400">n October, Dončić</span><span style="font-weight: 400"> became the first player in Mavericks history to put up a 30-point triple-double in a season-opening game. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">On the 25th of December 2023, </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Dončić</span><span style="font-weight: 400"> became the sixth player to reach 10,000 career regular-season points before turning 25, tied Bob McAdoo for reaching 10,000 points in the 7th-fewest games in NBA history, and became the quickest to 10,000 points among active players with 358 games. This is the fastest since Michael Jordan. He also tied for 3rd-most points for Christmas Day games, behind Bernard King and Wilt Chamberlain.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic contracts</b></h2>
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<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 16.8766%">SEASON</td>
<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 30.2267%">TEAM</td>
<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 50.1259%">SALARY</td>
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<td class="table-key" style="height: 48px;width: 16.8766%">2022/23</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 30.2267%">Dallas Mavericks</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 50.1259%">$37,096,500 ($38,197,960*)</td>
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<tr style="height: 48px">
<td class="table-key" style="height: 48px;width: 16.8766%">2021/22</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 30.2267%">Dallas Mavericks</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 50.1259%">$10,174,391 ($11,425,631*)</td>
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<tr style="height: 48px">
<td class="table-key" style="height: 48px;width: 16.8766%">2020/21</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 30.2267%">Dallas Mavericks</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 50.1259%">$8,049,360 ($9,526,612*)</td>
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<td class="table-key" style="height: 48px;width: 16.8766%">2019/20</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 30.2267%">Dallas Mavericks</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 50.1259%">$7,683,360 ($9,152,162*)</td>
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<td class="table-key" style="height: 48px;width: 16.8766%">2018/19</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 30.2267%">Dallas Mavericks</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 48px;width: 50.1259%">$6,569,040 ($7,953,812*)</td>
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<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 16.8766%">Total</td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 24px;width: 30.2267%"></td>
<td class="table-value2" style="height: 24px;width: 50.1259%">$69,572,651 ($76,256,177*)</td>
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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic's career stats</b></h2>
<b>NBA regular season stats:</b>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Games played - 365</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Points per game - 28.2</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rebounds per game - 8.5</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Assists per game - 8.1</span>

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<b>NBA playoffs stats:</b>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Games played - 28</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Points per game - 32.5</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rebounds per game - 9.3</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Assists per game - 7.9</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic's endorsements and investments</b></h2>
During his time with Real Madrid in 2017, Luka Doncic signed a two-year contract with Nike. Then in 2019, Doncic signed a deal with the Jordan brand after entering the NBA. In September 2022, the Jordan brand launched Doncic's first signature shoe, the Luka 1. His other important endorsement deals are with NBA2K, BioSteel, and Panini. He reportedly earns around $6 to $10 million per year from endorsements.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic's major achievements and awards</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">4× NBA All-Star (2020–2023)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">4× All-NBA First Team (2020–2023)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Rookie of the Year (2019)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie First Team (2019)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">FIBA World Cup Top Scorer (2023)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">All-FIBA World Cup Team (2023)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">Olympics All-Star Team (2020)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">All-EuroBasket Team (2017)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">EuroLeague champion (2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">EuroLeague MVP (2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">EuroLeague Final Four MVP (2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">All-EuroLeague First Team (2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">2× EuroLeague Rising Star (2017, 2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">EuroLeague 2010–20 All-Decade Team (2020)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">Euroscar Player of the Year (2019)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">3× Liga ACB champion (2015, 2016, 2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">Liga ACB MVP (2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">All-Liga ACB First Team (2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">2× ACB Best Young Player (2017, 2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">3× ACB All-Young Players Team (2016–2018)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">2× Spanish King's Cup winner (2016, 2017)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">2× Trofeo Costa de Sol champion (2016, 2017)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (2015)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">EB Next Generation Tournament champion (2015)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">EB Next Generation Tournament MVP (2015)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">Sports Illustrated Breakout of the Year (2019)</span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">Slovenian Sportsman of the Year (2018)</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic's charity and foundation</b></h2>
Luka Doncic founded the Luka Doncic Foundation to help children in need. The foundation aims to improve the health and well-being of children through play. It reportedly provides play therapy, play access, play environments, and play challenges to kids. So far, Luka has helped many children in need with his foundation. In December 2022, Doncic accomplished extraordinary philanthropic and outreach work which earned him a nomination for the NBA Cares Community Assist Award. Recently, he made the day of a young fan by offering him a trip to watch his favorite stars play in the NBA All-Star game. Over the years, he has also made contributions to other organizations such as The Dallas Mavericks Foundation and The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic's </b><b></b><b>h</b><b>ouse</b></h2>
Luka Doncic reportedly purchased a $2.7 million mansion in Preston Hollow, Dallas in 2020. The estate spans over 5,225 square feet with four bedrooms and five bathrooms. The property also has a four-car garage, a garden with a swimming pool, and other luxury amenities.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic</b><b> </b><b>cars</b></h2>
Doncic is a huge car enthusiast as well and has some expensive cars in his collection. According to reports, he has an Audi A7 ($69,200), a Porsche Panamera ($109,000), a Porsche 911 Turbo S ($216,100), and the Mansory Lamborghini Urus ($221,506). Furthermore, he recently added a custom-made post-apocalyptic themed <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-basketball-news-the-price-of-the-hellfire-apocalypse-truck-of-superstar-luka-doncic-that-shocked-social-media-revealed/" target="_self" rel="noopener">six-wheel truck named "Hellfire Apocalypse Truck</a>. Doncic reportedly spent over $250k for the purchase of the vehicle.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic’s shoe deal</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">In December 2021, Doncic signed a 5-year shoe deal worth $207 million with Nike. Under the Jordan Brand, this makes Doncic one of the highest-paid endorsers in the NBA. Only LeBron James and Kevin Durant earn more from their shoe deals. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Doncic's first signature shoe with Jordan Brand - the Jordan Luka 1 - was released in January 2023. The deal will extend through 2026-27, covering the prime years of his career.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Luka Doncic rings</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Luka Doncic has not won any NBA championship rings and is still searching for his first title. Nevertheless, Doncic is already a 3-time NBA All-Star and 2-time All-NBA First Team selection.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">With his incredible skill at such a young age, 24, most experts believe it is only a matter of time before Doncic wins his first championship and gets fitted for his first championship ring. However, he will have to get through the powerhouse teams in the West like the Warriors, Clippers, Grizzlies, and Suns to bring a title to Dallas. </span>

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9"><b>Luka Doncic's s</b><b>ocial media accounts</b></h2>
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<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/lukadoncic/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@lukadoncic</a></td>
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<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/luka7doncic?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@luka7doncic</a></td>
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<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044512263241" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@LukaDoncic</a></td>
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<td>Full Name</td>
<td>Luka Doncic</td>
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<td>Popular Name</td>
<td>Luka Doncic</td>
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<td>Birth Date</td>
<td>28 February, 1999</td>
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<td>Birth Place</td>
<td>Ljubljana, Slovenia</td>
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<td>Age</td>
<td>24</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>6'7" (2.01 m)</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>230 lbs (104 kg)</td>
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<td>Parents</td>
<td>Sasa Doncic and Mirjam Poterbin</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>Slovenian</td>
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<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>White</td>
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<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$25 million</td>
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<td>Salary</td>
<td>$37 million</td>
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<td>Spouse</td>
<td>Anamaria Goltes</td>
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<td>Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td>In a relationship</td>
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<td>Profession</td>
<td>Basketball player</td>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>Dallas Mavericks</td>
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