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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Anthony Davis in 2024: Early Life, College Career, NBA Draft, Notable Records and Accolades</strong></h2>
Anthony Davis currently plays for the Los Angeles Lakers in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He started his career in the league with the New Orleans Pelicans, or New Orleans Hornets, as it was known then. The player won the NBA title with the Lakers in 2020, after he and LeBron James led them to a stunning victory. The power forward remains a premium shot-blocker and can score at will. Often derailed by injuries, when he is fit and healthy, Anthony Davis has no limits.

He made his first playoff appearance in 2015. In the next season, he signed a five-year, $145 million contract extension with the Pelicans. However, a few months into the season, Davis' season ended because of shoulder and knee injuries. Davis has several tattoos, a few visible while playing ball. Notably, he has a tattoo of Mamba as a tribute to Kobe Bryant.

[caption id="attachment_642821" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-642821" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-05-10T044523Z_175423973_MT1USATODAY16056713_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PHOENIX-SUNS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis" width="1920" height="1280" /> May 9, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) reacts after a dunk during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2><b>Anthony Davis' Early Life and High School</b></h2>
Born in Chicago on March 11, 1993, Davis was raised in the Englewood neighborhood. He started his playing days in high school with Perspectives Charter School. However, not all schools have world-class facilities and he later practiced at a local church. Although he didn't become the next kid on the block, he worked hard and received late recognition and a rapid growth spurt. He transitioned from a 'little guy' to 6'10" when he entered his senior year. Obviously, Anthony Davis became the #1 player in the 2011 class.

At one time, with the Perspectives Charter school, he averaged 32 points, 22 rebounds, and 7 blocks. His quality performances led him to numerous accolades, including the 2011 McDonald's All-American Game and the 10th annual Jordan Brand Classic. He was a first-team selection to the ESPN Rise boys' high school basketball All-American team. For a young boy to gain that much recognition speaks volumes of the power forward's talent.
<h2><b>College Career at Kentucky</b></h2>
After all those high school accolades, Davis verbally agreed to join Kentucky despite offers from Ohio, DePaul, and Syracuse and became the number 1 player in the national class of 2011. Coached by John Calipari, and playing one season under him, Anthony David dominated the courts from start to finish. He became the National Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and the Most Outstanding Player. To think of his rapid growth in college was a scary proposition for most teams.

<span style="font-weight: 400">The player set the </span>NCAA freshman records for blocks and won multiple national awards. There was no doubt that Anthony Davis would be the top player in the 2012 NBA draft. The player averaged 15.2 points, 11.2 rebounds, and 4.6 blocks per game, and led the team to its eighth NCAA championship. The block machine finally made it to the NBA after being miles apart in high school.

[caption id="attachment_846323" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-846323" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-12-04T033703Z_1277735311_MT1USATODAY17285226_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Anthony Davis vs LA Clippers" width="1920" height="1455" /> Dec 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Serge Ibaka (9) guards Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2><b>Anthony Davis' NBA Draft and New Orleans Career</b></h2>
Significantly, Anthony Davis declared himself for the 2012 NBA draft following his Kentucky Wildcats days. The New Orleans Hornets (later Pelicans) drafted Davis in 2012 and selected him as the first pick. At the 2012 NBA Draft Combine, Davis measured at 6 feet 9.25 inches (2.06 m), 221.8 pounds (100.6 kg), and had the second-longest wingspan—7 feet 5.5 inches (2.27 m)—of any player participating. It helped him to block shots easily throughout his career. Without much adaptation time, he established himself as one of the premier defenders in the league.

The player signed his first 3-year, $16 million guaranteed contract with the Hornets and made his debut against the San Antonio Spurs. He made his mark in the game, scoring 21 points but lost the matchup. However, injuries became a cause of concern for the player. Despite all the high-scoring games and blocked shots, he finished second to Damian Lillard in the Rookie of the Year award. Adding around 10 pounds in the post-season, Davis developed his post-game offense and became great in transitions. In a game against Orlando Magic, Davis scored 25 points and 15 rebounds, the youngest player in the franchise's history to do so.

He later earned an All-Star selection and made NBA teams with ease. The player led the league in blocks in 2014 (2.82 per game), becoming the youngest player to do so. Later, Victor Wembanyama broke the record in 2024. The greatest achievement in his New Orleans career became the 59-point game against the Detroit Pistons. He joined Shaquille O'Neal and Chris Webber, becoming the only players to have a 50-point game with 20 rebounds.

<span style="font-weight: 400">Earned </span><b>All-NBA and All-Defensive honors</b><span style="font-weight: 400">, making the playoffs and establishing himself as one of the league’s top power forwards as the Lakers came calling. </span>
<h2><b>Los Angeles Lakers and Championships</b></h2>
The player later requested a trade and guess where he went. The Los Angeles Lakers instantly became a championship contender as Anthony Davis joined LeBron James in 2019. He settled nicely and points came in thick and fast. 40-point games became customary as the player broke records at every instant. In a game against the Pistons, Davis set an all-time record for block percentage of 25.6%. Later in 2020, he declined the Lakers' contract offer for free agency in a bid to get a max contract of over $200 million.

Anthony Davis later led the team to the NBA championship in 2020. He and the Lakers earned their 17th NBA title, tying the Celtics' record of 17 title wins although the basketball team from Boston won their 18th. In the process, he became the first player to win an NCAA title, NBA title, Olympic gold, and FIBA World Cup. Quite an achievement, isn't it? He still plays for the Lakers, but injuries plagued him. One step forward and two steps back became a norm for the player who remains injured most of the time.

Yet, he remains crucial for the Lakers in terms of leading the team for rebounds, blocks, and scoring. Anthony Davis becomes crucial to the side heading to the 2024-25 season and hopes to win his second NBA title.

[caption id="attachment_828011" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-828011" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-14T220219Z_1176712713_MT1USATODAY17165616_RTRMADP_3_NBA-SAN-ANTONIO-SPURS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-1.jpg" alt="Anthony Davis vs Spurs" width="1920" height="1280" /> Nov 14, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) dribbles a ball against San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White (4) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2><b>National Team and International Success</b></h2>
In terms of donning the Star and Stripes jersey, Anthony Davis achieved success like no other player. He won an Olympic gold in 2012 London with the customary Dream Team. They remained undefeated during the Olympic Games and won the gold medal by dominating Spain. It didn't stop there. The player then earned a selection to the US team for the 2014 FIBA World Cup. He averaged 12.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game in 9 games played while shooting 54.9% from the field.

Moreover, the player then returned to the 2024 U.S. Olympic team and helped them win a gold medal. He averaged 8.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists and even got 1.2 steals. Of course, there were 1.5 blocks per game while shooting 62.5% from the field. He remains one of the most decorated players in the U.S. national team's history.
<h2><b>Personal Life and Esports Career</b></h2>
Notably, Anthony Davis' parents played a crucial role in his upbringing. His father Anthony Davis Sr. and mother, Erainer, taught him well at a young age. He has a twin sister, Antoinette, and an elder sister, Lesha. Moreover, Lesha followed her brother and played basketball at Daley College. Now coming to the love of his life, Anthony Davis married Marlen Polanco on September 18, 2021. The couple has three children: Nala and two boys whose names they have chosen not to disclose.

In another interesting part of his career, On June 19, 2022, Davis signed with FaZe Clan, joining Faze Clan's Nuke Squad for <i>Call of Duty</i>. <sup id="cite_ref-408" class="reference"></sup>

[caption id="attachment_3318157" align="aligncenter" width="5703"]<img class="wp-image-3318157 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/USATSI_24517398.jpg" alt="" width="5703" height="3802" /> Oct 17, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) dribbles against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images[/caption]
<h2><b>Notable Records and Accolades</b></h2>
In terms of records and accolades, Anthony Davis has several records to his name. He holds records in the NCAA, the NBA and franchise stats for blocks, rebounds, and efficiency. In the NCAA, the player had the most blocks in a season by a freshman with 186 blocks. It became the fourth all-time record in the NCAA for blocks in a single season. Meanwhile, his 29 blocks in the 2011-2012 NCAA tournament are tied for second all-time. In terms of scoring, Anthony Davis' .623 FG% remains a record for a freshman. He also got 415 rebounds in 2011-2012, tied for fourth all-time in the NCAA rebounds by a freshman.

In terms of NBA records, he scored a record-breaking 52 points in the 2017 All-Star game, which shocked the fans. But Jayson Tatum broke that record in the last All-Star game by scoring 55. The records don't end there. He became the first player to record 25+ points, 25+ rebounds, 5+ assists, and 5+ steals in a game. Known for his shot-blocking, Davis led the NBA in blocks, three times.

<span style="font-weight: 400">In addition, the player scored 30+ points and 15+ rebounds in four consecutive games, which only two Lakers players achieved. Recently, he won the </span>2023 NBA In-Season Tournament<span style="font-weight: 400"> with the Lakers, setting scoring and rebounding records. Here's a list of notable accolades by Anthony Davis. </span>
<ul>
 	<li><strong>NBA Champion</strong>: Won the 2020 NBA Finals with the Lakers</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA All-Star</strong>: Nine-time NBA All-Star, including 2024</li>
 	<li><strong>All-Star Game MVP</strong>: Won in 2017</li>
 	<li><strong>All-NBA First Team</strong>: Four-time selection in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020</li>
 	<li><strong>All-NBA Second Team</strong>: Selected in 2024</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA All-Defensive Team</strong>: Five-time selection in 2015, 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2024</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA blocks leader</strong>: Three-time leader in 2014, 2015, and 2018</li>
 	<li><strong>All-Rookie First Team</strong>: Selected in 2013</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA 75 Anniversary Team</strong>: Selected in 2021</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA Cup</strong>: Won the inaugural NBA Cup in 2023</li>
 	<li><strong>Olympic gold medals</strong>: Helped the United States win gold medals in 2016, 2024, and 2014<span class="UV3uM"> </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>How to contact Anthony Davis?</strong></h2>
<strong> Anthony Davis' Twitter: </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/AntDavis23">https://twitter.com/AntDavis23</a>

<strong>Anthony Davis' Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/antdavis23/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/antdavis23/?hl=en</a>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Married</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Wife</strong></td>
<td width="319">Marlen Polanco</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Team</strong></td>
<td width="319">Los Angeles Lakers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Rings</strong></td>
<td width="319">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td width="319">6′ 10″ (2.08 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td width="319">254lbs</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td width="319">7'6"</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Shoes</strong></td>
<td width="319">Nike</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="319">Saks Inc., ExxonMobil, Foot Locker, Nike, Red Bull, Beats</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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<h2>Joel Embiid’s Net Worth 2023, Family, House, Cars, and More</h2>
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s Net Worth 2023 (Update)</b></h2>
Joel Embiid has an estimated net worth of around $35 million, according to various reports. For the 2022-23 season, Embiid reportedly earned about $34 million playing for the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/philadelphia-76ers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philadelphia 76ers</a>. In his nine years in the league so far, the Cameroonian has earned over $166 million in NBA salaries. The 76ers star also makes a lot of money from his endorsement deals and investments.
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s early life </b></h2>
Joel Embiid was born on 16 March 1994, in Yaoundé, Cameroon where he spent most of his childhood. From a very young age, Embiid was drawn towards sports. However, he did not pick up a basketball until he was 15. He then moved to the United States when he was 16 to play basketball. After one year at Montverde Academy, Embiid transferred to The Rock School in Gainesville, Florida, where he developed into one of the best high school players in the country. The 7' center graduated high school in 2013 and committed to the University of Kansas. He played one year of college basketball for the Jay Hawks before declaring for the NBA draft in 2014.
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s family and personal life</b></h2>
Joel Embiid was born to Thomas Embiid, who was a military officer, and his wife Christine. The couple had three children together. Joel is the oldest and has a younger sister Muriel Embiid. The youngest of the siblings, Arthur Embiid, unfortunately passed away in a car crash in 2014. Muriel has been a major supporter of her brother during the ups and downs in his NBA career.

The Philadelphia 76ers star has been in a relationship with Brazilian model Anne de Paula since 2018. The couple welcomed their first child together in 2020, who was named Arthur in memory of Joel's late brother.
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s career</b></h2>
Joel Embiid mostly played soccer and volleyball during his childhood and dreamed about playing professional volleyball in Europe. He started playing basketball at 15 and was discovered by NBA veteran Luc Mbah a Moute, who is also from Yaoundé, during a basketball camp. With Mbah a Moute's mentorship, Embiid moved to the United States when he was 16 to pursue a career in basketball. However, Embiid's start to basketball was not the easiest.

After starting to play basketball at the age of 15, Embiid lacked some physical abilities and skills required for the game when he moved to the US a year later. He struggled to get game time during his time with Montverde Academy. Also, he often faced a lot of criticism from his teammates. However, he was determined and worked harder than ever. During his time with The Rock School, Embiid developed remarkably and helped the team clinch the state championship.

[caption id="attachment_1723458" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1723458" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-05-06T001557Z_113136096_MT1USATODAY20602770_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-BOSTON-CELTICS-AT-PHILADELPHIA-76ERS.jpg" alt="Joel Embiid" width="1920" height="1280" /> May 5, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) with the MVP trophy before game three of the 2023 NBA playoff against the Boston Celtics at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

His performances garnered a lot of attention and he became a five-star recruit. After analyzing his options carefully, Embiid opted to join the University of Kansas in 2013. He had some major performances for the Jay Hawks during his one year. However, he missed out on the NCAA tournament due to an injury. He then declared for the NBA draft in 2014.

The Philadelphia 76ers selected Embiid as the third pick in the 2014 NBA draft despite the injury concerns. He had a tough start to his life in the NBA as well. The Cameroonian missed the first two seasons of his career due to a broken navicular bone in his foot. This raised doubts about the future of Embiid in the league and many questioned the 76ers' decision to pick him. However, he came back strong in 2016.

Embiid averaged over 20 points per game in his first season in the league and earned <span style="font-weight: 400">a spot in the All-Rookie First Team. He continued his development and clinched a spot in the All-Star team the next year. In the next few seasons, Embiid established himself as one of the best players in the league. In 2022, he became the first center since NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal to win the scoring title. He has been in the running for the NBA MVP award for three seasons in a row and finally won the award this season.</span>
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s career stats</b></h2>
<strong>Regular season stats:</strong>

Games played - 394

Points per game - 27.2

Rebounds per game - 11.2

Assists per game - 3.4

Blocks per game - 1.7

<strong>Playoffs stats:</strong>

Games played  - 48

Points per game - 23.6

Rebounds per game - 10.9

Assists per game - 2.8

Blocks per game - 1.5
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s endorsements and investments</b></h2>
Some of the biggest endorsements and investments of Joel Embiid are as follows:
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Under Armour</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Crpyto.com</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">PepsiCo</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Mountain Dew</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">EA</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Amazon</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Dignitas </span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Mitchel and Ness </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s major achievements and awards</b></h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA MVP (2023)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA scoring champion (2022, 2023)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">6× NBA All-Star (2018-2023)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">4× All-NBA Second Team (2018, 2019, 2021, 2022)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2018, 2019, 2021)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie First Team (2017)</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s current contract details</b></h2>
After missing a lot of games in the first two years of his NBA career, Embiid signed a 5 year $147.7 million maximum contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2017. Despite the injury concerns surrounding the center, the 76ers still showed faith in him. As Embiid continued climbing the ranks in the league, he then signed a four-year $210 million maximum contract extension in 2021. With this, he will reportedly earn an average salary of over $52 million per year. For the next season, he is all set to receive over $46 million in salary. Forbes ranked him 40th on the list of highest-paid athletes in the world for 2022.
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s charitable work</b></h2>
Joel Embiid strives to give back and uplift the community. In 2022, he launched “In Memory of Arthur”, which was an initiative drafted to make a positive change in Philadelphia by investing in some of its most impactful non-profit organizations. The 2023 NBA MVP reportedly contributed $1 million to the initiative.

[caption id="attachment_1716920" align="aligncenter" width="1280"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1716920" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-05-02T003647Z_1288042755_MT1USATODAY20576537_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-PHILADELPHIA-76ERS-AT-BOSTON-CELTICS.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="1920" /> May 1, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) in the first half during game one of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

He also founded the Arthur Embiid &amp; Angels Foundation which aims to protect and unite disadvantaged children in Cameroon. In 2020, he reportedly donated $500,000 to the #FirstRespondersFirst initiative to support the healthcare workers, who were on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. <span style="font-weight: 400">Also, Embiid partnered with 76ers owners Josh Harris, and David Blitzer and donated $1.3 million to Penn Medicine during the pandemic. </span>

He committed to donating $100,000 to fight homelessness and is also involved in the charitable works of the Sixers Youth Foundation.
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s car collection</b></h2>
Despite being one of the highest-paid athletes in the world, Joel Embiid does not boast a huge car collection like most NBA superstars. Interestingly, Embiid received his driver's license only in 2017 and mostly used Uber until then. After getting his driver's license, Embiid has been seen in a <span style="font-weight: 400">Range Rover Classic Edition multiple times, which</span> seems to be his only car.
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s h</b><b>ouse</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">After stepping into the NBA, Embiid purchased a house for his parents in Cameroon. He currently lives with his girlfriend and son on the 40th floor of a high-rise apartment building in Philadelphia. The luxury apartment spans over 2700 square feet with three bedrooms and bathrooms. The apartment reportedly has all the amenities one can expect in a luxury mansion.</span>
<h2><b>Joel Embiid’s</b><b> 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/joelembiid/?hl=en"><span style="font-weight: 400">@joelembiid</span></a></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Twitter</span></td>
<td><a href="https://twitter.com/JoelEmbiid?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"><span style="font-weight: 400">@JoelEmbiid</span></a></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Facebook</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.facebook.com/JoelEmbiid/"><span style="font-weight: 400">@JoelEmbiid</span></a></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Full Name</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Joel Hans Embiid</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Popular Name</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Joel Embiid</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Date</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">16 March 1994</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Place</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Yaoundé, Cameroon</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Age</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">29</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">7′ 0″ (2.13 m)</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">280 lbs (127 kg)</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Parents</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Christine and Thomas Embiid</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Siblings</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Muriel Embiid, Arthur Embiid (late)</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Cameroonian </span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">African</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Net Worth</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$35 million</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Salary</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$34 million</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Anne de Paula</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">In a relationship</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Arthur Embiid</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Profession</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Basketball player</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Philadelphia 76ers</span></td>
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Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid’s Net Worth 2023, Family, House, Cars, and More Joel Embiid’s Net Worth 2023 (Update) Joel Embiid has an estimated net worth of around $35 million, according to various reports. For the 2022-23 season, Embiid reportedly earned about $34 million playing for the Philadelphia 76ers. In his nine years in the league so far, the Cameroonian has earned over $166 million in NBA salaries. The 76ers star also makes a lot of money from his endorsement deals and investments. Joel Embiid’s early life  Joel Embiid was born on 16 March 1994, in Yaoundé, Cameroon where he spent most of his childhood. From a very young age, Embiid was drawn towards sports. However, he did not pick up a basketball until he was 15. He then moved to the United States when he was 16 to play basketball. After one year at Montverde Academy, Embiid transferred to The Rock School in Gainesville, Florida, where he developed into one of the best high school players in the country. The 7&#8242; center graduated high school in 2013 and committed to the University of Kansas. He played one year of college basketball for the Jay Hawks before declaring for the NBA draft in 2014. Joel Embiid’s family and personal life Joel Embiid was born to Thomas Embiid, who was a military officer, and his wife Christine. The couple had three children together. Joel is the oldest and has a younger sister Muriel Embiid. The youngest of the siblings, Arthur Embiid, unfortunately passed away in a car crash in 2014. Muriel has been a major supporter of her brother during the ups and downs in his NBA career. The Philadelphia 76ers star has been in a relationship with Brazilian model Anne de Paula since 2018. The couple welcomed their first child together in 2020, who was named Arthur in memory of Joel&#8217;s late brother. Joel Embiid’s career Joel Embiid mostly played soccer and volleyball during his childhood and dreamed about playing professional volleyball in Europe. He started playing basketball at 15 and was discovered by NBA veteran Luc Mbah a Moute, who is also from Yaoundé, during a basketball camp. With Mbah a Moute&#8217;s mentorship, Embiid moved to the United States when he was 16 to pursue a career in basketball. However, Embiid&#8217;s start to basketball was not the easiest. After starting to play basketball at the age of 15, Embiid lacked some physical abilities and skills required for the game when he moved to the US a year later. He struggled to get game time during his time with Montverde Academy. Also, he often faced a lot of criticism from his teammates. However, he was determined and worked harder than ever. During his time with The Rock School, Embiid developed remarkably and helped the team clinch the state championship. May 5, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) with the MVP trophy before game three of the 2023 NBA playoff against the Boston Celtics at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports His performances garnered a lot of attention and he became a five-star recruit. After analyzing his options carefully, Embiid opted to join the University of Kansas in 2013. He had some major performances for the Jay Hawks during his one year. However, he missed out on the NCAA tournament due to an injury. He then declared for the NBA draft in 2014. The Philadelphia 76ers selected Embiid as the third pick in the 2014 NBA draft despite the injury concerns. He had a tough start to his life in the NBA as well. The Cameroonian missed the first two seasons of his career due to a broken navicular bone in his foot. This raised doubts about the future of Embiid in the league and many questioned the 76ers&#8217; decision to pick him. However, he came back strong in 2016. Embiid averaged over 20 points per game in his first season in the league and earned a spot in the All-Rookie First Team. He continued his development and clinched a spot in the All-Star team the next year. In the next few seasons, Embiid established himself as one of the best players in the league. In 2022, he became the first center since NBA legend Shaquille O&#8217;Neal to win the scoring title. He has been in the running for the NBA MVP award for three seasons in a row and finally won the award this season. Joel Embiid’s career stats Regular season stats: Games played &#8211; 394 Points per game &#8211; 27.2 Rebounds per game &#8211; 11.2 Assists per game &#8211; 3.4 Blocks per game &#8211; 1.7 Playoffs stats: Games played  &#8211; 48 Points per game &#8211; 23.6 Rebounds per game &#8211; 10.9 Assists per game &#8211; 2.8 Blocks per game &#8211; 1.5 Joel Embiid’s endorsements and investments Some of the biggest endorsements and investments of Joel Embiid are as follows: Under Armour Crpyto.com PepsiCo Mountain Dew EA Amazon Dignitas Mitchel and Ness  Joel Embiid’s major achievements and awards NBA MVP (2023) 2× NBA scoring champion (2022, 2023) 6× NBA All-Star (2018-2023) 4× All-NBA Second Team (2018, 2019, 2021, 2022) 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2018, 2019, 2021) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2017) Joel Embiid’s current contract details After missing a lot of games in the first two years of his NBA career, Embiid signed a 5 year $147.7 million maximum contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2017. Despite the injury concerns surrounding the center, the 76ers still showed faith in him. As Embiid continued climbing the ranks in the league, he then signed a four-year $210 million maximum contract extension in 2021. With this, he will reportedly earn an average salary of over $52 million per year. For the next season, he is all set to receive over $46 million in salary. Forbes ranked him 40th on the list of highest-paid athletes in the world for 2022. Joel Embiid’s charitable work Joel Embiid strives to give back and uplift the community. In 2022, he launched “In Memory of Arthur”, which was an initiative drafted to make a positive change in Philadelphia by investing in some of its most impactful non-profit organizations. The 2023 NBA MVP reportedly contributed $1 million to the initiative. May 1, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) in the first half during game one of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports He also founded the Arthur Embiid &amp; Angels Foundation which aims to protect and unite disadvantaged children in Cameroon. In 2020, he reportedly donated $500,000 to the #FirstRespondersFirst initiative to support the healthcare workers, who were on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, Embiid partnered with 76ers owners Josh Harris, and David Blitzer and donated $1.3 million to Penn Medicine during the pandemic.  He committed to donating $100,000 to fight homelessness and is also involved in the charitable works of the Sixers Youth Foundation. Joel Embiid’s car collection Despite being one of the highest-paid athletes in the world, Joel Embiid does not boast a huge car collection like most NBA superstars. Interestingly, Embiid received his driver&#8217;s license only in 2017 and mostly used Uber until then. After getting his driver&#8217;s license, Embiid has been seen in a Range Rover Classic Edition multiple times, which seems to be his only car. Joel Embiid’s house After stepping into the NBA, Embiid purchased a house for his parents in Cameroon. He currently lives with his girlfriend and son on the 40th floor of a high-rise apartment building in Philadelphia. The luxury apartment spans over 2700 square feet with three bedrooms and bathrooms. The apartment reportedly has all the amenities one can expect in a luxury mansion. Joel Embiid’s social media accounts  Instagram @joelembiid  Twitter @JoelEmbiid  Facebook @JoelEmbiid  &nbsp;  Full Name Joel Hans Embiid  Popular Name Joel Embiid  Birth Date 16 March 1994  Birth Place Yaoundé, Cameroon  Age 29  Height 7′ 0″ (2.13 m)  Weight 280 lbs (127 kg)  Parents Christine and Thomas Embiid  Siblings Muriel Embiid, Arthur Embiid (late)  Nationality Cameroonian   Ethnicity African  Net Worth $35 million  Salary $34 million  Spouse Anne de Paula  Relationship/Marital Status In a relationship  Children Arthur Embiid  Profession Basketball player  Team Philadelphia 76ers  &nbsp;

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LeBron James

Who is LeBron James? LeBron James is widely considered to be one of the greatest to ever play the game of basketball. Born in Akron, James spent the majority of his professional career with the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Lakers, winning multiple NBA championships and earning numerous accolades along the way. Dec 7, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts during the second quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA In Season Tournament Semifinal at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports &nbsp; Known for his exceptional all-around game, James is a four-time MVP and has been selected to the All-Star team a record 18 times. LeBron James&#8217; early life LeBron James was born on December 30, 1984, in Akron, Ohio. James started playing basketball at a young age, showing great potential. He soon became one of the best high school basketball players in the country. James graduated from St. Vincent&#8217;s St. Mary High School and declared for the NBA draft in 2003. James led St. Vincent&#8217;s St. Mary to three state championships in four years. With Keith Dambrot and Dru Joyce II coaching the side for two years each, the Fighting Irish had a record of 101 victories and 6 losses during James&#8217; time. LeBron James&#8217; wife and children LeBron James was raised by his mother Gloria James, who struggled to make ends meet as a single mother. Not much is known about James&#8217; biological father Anthony McClelland, who was largely absent from LeBron&#8217;s life during his childhood. He is also reported to have criminal records to his name. James has been in a relationship with his high school sweetheart Savannah since his teenage years. The couple tied the knot on September 14, 2013. Savannah James has indulged in several business ventures over the years and is also a noted philanthropist. She has also established a mentorship program for young women. LeBron and Savannah have three children together: Bronny, Bryce, and Zhuri James. Both Bronny and Bryce are following in their father&#8217;s footsteps to become basketball stars. In December 2023, Bronny made his long-awaited collegiate debut with the USC Trojans, less than five months after suffering cardiac arrest in July. LeBron James&#8217; net worth 2024 LeBron James has an estimated net worth of $1 billion, according to recent reports. James is the first active NBA star to achieve this feat. The four-time NBA champion signed a two-year $97.1 million contract extension with theÂ Los Angeles Lakers last year. As per reports, James has earned around $387 million in salaries in his 20-year NBA career so far. Furthermore, he has also made a fortune with his endorsement deals and investments, which have helped him build his massive business empire. LeBron James&#8217; NBA career timeline TheÂ Cleveland Cavaliers selected hometown boy LeBron James as the first overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft. James was a superstar straight out of high school and took the league by storm. He played for the Cavaliers from 2003 to 2010 in his first stint and won MVP awards in 2009 and 2010. Even though the Akron Hammer was almost unstoppable on the court and won many individual accolades, team success was hard to come by. Bilder des Tages &#8211; SPORT NBA Playoffs, Cleveland Cavaliers &#8211; Indiana Pacers April 25, 2018 &#8211; Cleveland, OH, USA &#8211; The Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James celebrates a basket and foul in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. The Cleveland Cavaliers won, 98-95, for a 3-2 lead in the first-round NBA Basketball Herren USA playoff series. Game 5: Indiana at Cleveland &#8211; ZUMAm67_ 20180425_zaf_m67_043 Copyright: xLeahxKlafczynskix James then left the Cavs and took his talents to theÂ Miami Heat in 2010. He received major backlash from Cavs fans after this move. However, he continued his dominance, alongside superstars Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh for the Heat, and clinched his first NBA title in 2012, followed by another in 2013. He also won the NBA MVP award and the Finals MVP award in 2012 and 2013. The estranged son then returned to the Cavaliers in 2014 and took the team to four straight NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors. He helped the Cavs win their first-ever NBA title in 2016. James once again left the Cavs, this time to join the Los Angeles Lakers, in 2018 and led them to the 2020 NBA title.Â  Following the retirements of Udonis Haslem and Andre Iguodala, LeBron James is currently the oldest player in the league. On the 21st of November 2023, James became the first player in league history to reach 39,000 career points. Six days later, he surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar&#8217;s record of 66,300 minutes to become the player with the most minutes played in NBA games during the regular season and playoffs. LeBron James contracts Here&#8217;s a breakdown of LeBron James&#8217; contracts and earnings throughout his NBA career:  Year Team Salary    2023-24 Los Angeles Lakers $47,607,350  2022-23 Los Angeles Lakers $44,474,988  2021-22 Los Angeles Lakers $41,180,544  2020-21 Los Angeles Lakers $39,219,566  2019/20 Los Angeles Lakers $37,436,858 ($37,678,600*)  2018/19 Los Angeles Lakers $35,654,150 ($36,475,929*)  2017/18 Cleveland Cavaliers $33,285,709 ($35,030,744*)  2016/17 Cleveland Cavaliers $30,963,450 ($33,119,038*)  2015/16 Cleveland Cavaliers $22,970,500 ($24,814,681*)  2014/15 Cleveland Cavaliers $20,644,400 ($22,329,434*)  2013/14 Miami Heat $19,067,500 ($21,051,220*)  2012/13 Miami Heat $17,545,000 ($19,710,161*)  2011/12 Miami Heat $16,022,500 ($18,299,290*)  2010/11 Miami Heat $14,500,000 ($17,149,801*)  2009/10 Cleveland Cavaliers $15,779,912 ($18,860,203*)  2008/09 Cleveland Cavaliers $14,410,581 ($16,977,833*)  2007/08 Cleveland Cavaliers $13,041,250 ($16,136,130*)  2006/07 Cleveland Cavaliers $5,828,090 ($7,404,948*)  2005/06 Cleveland Cavaliers $4,621,800 ($6,125,892*)  2004/05 Cleveland Cavaliers $4,320,360 ($5,871,248*)  2003/04 Cleveland Cavaliers $4,018,920 ($5,639,986*)   &nbsp; LeBron James&#8217; NBA career stats Regular season games played &#8211; 1467 Regular season points per game &#8211; 27.1 Regular season rebounds per game &#8211; 7.5 Regular season assists per game &#8211; 7.3 Playoff games played &#8211; 282 Postseason points per game &#8211; 28.5 Postseason rebounds per game &#8211; 9 Postseason assists per game &#8211; 7.2 LeBron James&#8217; investments and endorsements Some of the biggest brands endorsed by LeBron James are as follows: Nike McDonald&#8217;s Blaze Pizza Beats Electronics Sprite Upper Deck State Farm Insurance Audemars Piguet Dunkin&#8217; Donuts Samsung Kia Verizon Intel Lobos 1707 LeBron James has made some very smart investments over the years, which have helped him substantially. Two of James&#8217; most important investments are Blaze Pizza and the English soccer club, Liverpool F.C. LeBron James&#8217; achievements and awards 4Ã— NBA champion (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020) 4Ã— NBA Finals MVP (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020) 4Ã— NBA Most Valuable Player (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013) 19Ã— NBA All-Star (2005â€“2023) 3Ã— NBA All-Star Game MVP (2006, 2008, 2018) 13Ã— All-NBA First Team (2006, 2008â€“2018, 2020) 3Ã— All-NBA Second Team (2005, 2007, 2021) 3Ã— All-NBA Third Team (2019, 2022, 2023) 5Ã— NBA All-Defensive First Team (2009â€“2013) NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2014) NBA Rookie of the Year (2004) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004) NBA scoring champion (2008) NBA assists leader (2020) NBA 75th Anniversary Team AP Athlete of the Decade (the 2010s) 4Ã— AP Athlete of the Year (2013, 2016, 2018, 2020) 3Ã— Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2012, 2016, 2020) USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2012) 2Ã— National high school player of the year (2002, 2003) McDonald&#8217;s All-American Game MVP (2003) 2Ã— First-team Parade All-American (2002, 2003) 3Ã— Ohio Mr. Basketball (2001â€“2003) 3x USA Today All-USA First Team (2001-2003) No. 23 retired by St. Vincentâ€“St. Mary LeBron James&#8217; charity and foundation Some of the biggest donations made by LeBron James are to the charities: After-school All-Stars Mohammed Ali: A Force for Change Boys and Girls Club of America Children&#8217;s Defence Fund ONEXONE I Promise School Most of these charities are aimed at helping children and the younger generation. King James is dedicated to providing the youth of America, especially those at risk, the opportunity required to prosper in life with his &#8216;I Promise&#8217; initiative. LeBron James&#8217; rings Over his illustrious 20-year career (and counting), James has won four NBA championships. He has led three different franchises &#8211; the Miami Heat, the Cleveland Cavaliers, and the Los Angeles Lakers &#8211; to NBA titles. James&#8217; first title came in 2012 with the Heat, when he won his first Finals MVP award, followed by a second consecutive title in 2013. After returning to Cleveland in 2014, James delivered on his promise to bring the city its first major sports championship in over 50 years. In 2016, James powered the Cavaliers back from a daunting 3-1 deficit against the record-setting Golden State Warriors in the Finals. James won his 4th championship and NBA Finals MVP award in 2020, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a championship against his former side, the Miami Heat. LeBron James&#8217; shoe deals LeBron James signed a huge deal with Nike even before he entered the NBA. As James&#8217; superstardom rose, he became one of the most important faces of the brand, with his line of signature shoes, which is in its 20th version now. The four-time NBA MVP signed a lifetime deal with Nike in 2015 for an undisclosed fee. LeBron James&#8217; house LeBron James has reiterated multiple times that he does not spend his hard-earned money without reason. Former teammate Dwyane Wade once revealed that James is one of the cheapest players in the league despite being one of the richest. However, James knows how to spend his fortune in style. And when it comes to where he lives, the King does not compromise. According to reports, LeBron owns multiple properties in California, Ohio, and Miami, that are worth a combined estimated value of $100 million. LeBron James&#8217; car collection LeBron James is known for having an extensive collection of cars, estimated to be worth over $2 million. Some of the standouts include a Chevy Camaro SS, a 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, and the Dodge Challenger SRT 392. He also owns a Lamborghini Aventador Roadster, a 720-horsepower V12 supercar. Another notable element of his collection is a Mercedes luxury sedan, the Maybach S650, worth around $200,000. Notably, after teaming up with Shaquille O&#8217;Neal in Cleveland, Shaq gifted LeBron a Rolls Royce Phantom for his 25th birthday. The luxury car goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds and is valued at around $505,000. LeBron James&#8217; controversial moments LeBron James has not had any major controversies so far. However, there have been a few questionable moments in his career. James was the centerpiece of controversy during his high school career for accepting gifts. Then his infamous move to the Miami Heat in 2010, announced on national television, stirred up a lot of controversy. James, who is very vocal about his political beliefs, was criticized for his association with Nike because of the brand&#8217;s political stance. Also, his comments on America after Brittney Griner&#8217;s detainment in Russia sparked some controversy. Will LeBron James retire? LeBron James, 39, is currently playing his 21st NBA season in the NBA. The future Hall of Famer is still playing at the highest level, but he is definitely at the tail end of his career. However, the Lakers icon will not retire after the 2023-24 season as he has multiple times opened up about his desire to play alongside his son Bronny James in the league. Bronny will be eligible to declare for the NBA draft next year. So there is a high chance that James may continue playing in the league until his son enters the NBA. LeBron James&#8217; social media accounts  Instagram @kingjames  Twitter @KingJames  Facebook @LeBron James  Website https://www.lebronjames.com/  &nbsp;  Full Name LeBron Raymone James Sr.  Popular Name LeBron James  Birth Date December 30, 1984  Birth Place Akron, Ohio  Height 6&#8242; 9&#8243; (2.06 m)  Weight 250 lbs  Parents Gloria James  Siblings None  Nationality American  Ethnicity African American  Net Worth $1 Billion  Salary $97.1 Million  Spouse Savannah James  Relationship/Marital Status Married  Children Three  Profession Basketball player  Team Los Angeles Lakers

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<h3>NBA Preseason: Complete schedule of the 2023-24 preseason</h3>
The 2023-24 NBA Preseason is taking place in the month of October spanning across 7 countries. Apart from the United States, the NBA’s Global Games will take place in Canada, Abu Dhabi, Spain, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines this year.

Here's the complete schedule of the same: -

<strong>October 5th, 2023</strong>

Mavericks vs Timberwolves – 12:00 PM ET

<strong>October 7th, 2023 </strong>

Mavericks vs Timberwolves – 12:00 PM ET

Lakers vs Warriors – 8:30 PM ET

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<strong>October 8, 2023 </strong>

Bulls vs Bucks – 1:00 PM ET

76ers vs Celtics – 6:00 PM ET

Kings vs Raptors – 8:00 PM ET

<strong>October 9, 2023 </strong>

Celtics vs Knicks – 7:30 PM ET

Spurs vs Thunder – 8:00 PM ET

Nets vs Lakers – 9:00 PM ET

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<strong>
October 10, 2023 </strong>

Cavaliers vs Hawks – 7:30 PM ET

Hornets vs Heat – 7:30 PM ET

Pacers vs Rockets – 8:00 PM ET

Magic vs Pelicans – 8:00 PM ET

Nuggets vs Suns – 10:00 PM ET

New Zealand Breakers vs Blazers – 10:00 PM ET

<strong>October 11, 2023 </strong>

Celtics vs 76ers – 7:00 PM ET

Kings vs Lakers – 10:00 PM ET

<strong>October 12, 2023 </strong>

Hornets vs Wizards – 7:00 PM ET

Thunder vs Pistons – 7:00 PM ET

Magic vs Cavaliers – 7:00 PM ET

Grizzlies vs Hawks – 7:30 PM ET

Maccabi Ra’anana vs Brooklyn Nets – 7:30 PM ET

Nuggets vs Bulls – 8:00 PM ET

Rockets vs Pelicans – 8:00 PM ET

Suns vs Blazers – 10:00 PM ET

<strong>October 13, 2023 </strong>

Heat vs Spurs – 8:00 PM ET

Warriors vs Lakers – 10:00 PM ET

<strong>October 14, 2023 </strong>

Pelicans vs Hawks – 3:30 PM ET

Wolves vs Knicks – 7:30 PM ET

Blazers vs Jazz – 9:00 PM ET

<strong>October 15, 2023 </strong>

Thunder vs Hornets – 5:00 PM ET

Grizzlies vs Heat – 6:00 PM ET

Cairns Taipans vs Raptors – 6:00 PM ET

Bucks vs Lakers – 8:00 PM ET

Bulls vs Nuggets – 9:00 PM ET

Warriors vs Kings – 9:00 PM ET

<strong>October 16, 2023 </strong>

Hawks vs Pacers – 7:00 PM ET

76ers vs Nets – 7:30 PM ET

Rockets vs Spurs – 8:00 PM ET

Blazers vs Suns – 9:00 PM ET

<strong>October 17, 2023 </strong>

Pelicans vs Magic – 7:00 PM ET

Knicks vs Celtics – 7:30 PM ET

Bucks vs Thunder – 8:00 PM ET

Maccabi Ra’anana vs Timberwolves – 8:00 PM ET

Raptors vs Bulls – 8:00 PM ET

Nuggets vs Clippers – 10:00 PM ET

<strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-do-nba-players-get-paid-for-the-preseason-tournament-will-the-multi-millionaires-players-feature-in-the-warmup-games/">Do NBA Players Get Paid for the Preseason Tournament? Will the Multi-Millionaires Players Feature in the Warmup Games?</a></strong>

<strong>October 18, 2023 </strong>

Nets vs Heat – 7:30 PM ET

Wizards vs Knicks – 7:30 PM ET

Rockets vs Spurs – 8:00 PM ET

Kings vs Warriors – 10:00 PM E

<strong>October 19, 2023 </strong>

Celtics vs Hornets – 7:00 PM ET

Timberwolves vs Bulls — 8:00 PM ET

Pistons vs Thunder — 8:00 PM ET

Suns vs Lakers — 10:00 PM ET

Nuggets vs Clippers — 10:00 PM ET

Jazz vs Kings — 10:00 PM ET

<strong>October 20, 2023</strong>

Cavaliers vs Pacers — 7:00 PM ET

Flamengo Flamengo vs Magic — 7:00 PM ET

Hawks vs 76ers — 7:00 PM ET

Wizards vs Raptors — 7:30 PM ET

Pistons vs Mavericks — 8:00 PM ET

Heat vs Rockets — 8:00 PM ET

Grizzlies vs Bucks — 8:00 PM ET

Spurs vs. Warriors — 10:00 PM ET

<strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-is-the-nbas-new-resting-policy-going-to-have-an-effect-on-preseason-games/"><strong>Is the NBA’s New Resting Policy Going to Have an Effect on Preseason Games?</strong></a>

NBA Preseason

NBA Preseason: Complete schedule of the 2023-24 preseason The 2023-24 NBA Preseason is taking place in the month of October spanning across 7 countries. Apart from the United States, the NBA’s Global Games will take place in Canada, Abu Dhabi, Spain, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines this year. Here&#8217;s the complete schedule of the same: &#8211; October 5th, 2023 Mavericks vs Timberwolves – 12:00 PM ET October 7th, 2023 Mavericks vs Timberwolves – 12:00 PM ET Lakers vs Warriors – 8:30 PM ET Image Credits: Imago October 8, 2023 Bulls vs Bucks – 1:00 PM ET 76ers vs Celtics – 6:00 PM ET Kings vs Raptors – 8:00 PM ET October 9, 2023 Celtics vs Knicks – 7:30 PM ET Spurs vs Thunder – 8:00 PM ET Nets vs Lakers – 9:00 PM ET Also Read: NBA Preseason: LeBron James and Stephen Curry Face Each Other Twice Before the Start of 2023-24 Season; Have a Look at the Rest of the Matches October 10, 2023 Cavaliers vs Hawks – 7:30 PM ET Hornets vs Heat – 7:30 PM ET Pacers vs Rockets – 8:00 PM ET Magic vs Pelicans – 8:00 PM ET Nuggets vs Suns – 10:00 PM ET New Zealand Breakers vs Blazers – 10:00 PM ET October 11, 2023 Celtics vs 76ers – 7:00 PM ET Kings vs Lakers – 10:00 PM ET October 12, 2023 Hornets vs Wizards – 7:00 PM ET Thunder vs Pistons – 7:00 PM ET Magic vs Cavaliers – 7:00 PM ET Grizzlies vs Hawks – 7:30 PM ET Maccabi Ra’anana vs Brooklyn Nets – 7:30 PM ET Nuggets vs Bulls – 8:00 PM ET Rockets vs Pelicans – 8:00 PM ET Suns vs Blazers – 10:00 PM ET October 13, 2023 Heat vs Spurs – 8:00 PM ET Warriors vs Lakers – 10:00 PM ET October 14, 2023 Pelicans vs Hawks – 3:30 PM ET Wolves vs Knicks – 7:30 PM ET Blazers vs Jazz – 9:00 PM ET October 15, 2023 Thunder vs Hornets – 5:00 PM ET Grizzlies vs Heat – 6:00 PM ET Cairns Taipans vs Raptors – 6:00 PM ET Bucks vs Lakers – 8:00 PM ET Bulls vs Nuggets – 9:00 PM ET Warriors vs Kings – 9:00 PM ET October 16, 2023 Hawks vs Pacers – 7:00 PM ET 76ers vs Nets – 7:30 PM ET Rockets vs Spurs – 8:00 PM ET Blazers vs Suns – 9:00 PM ET October 17, 2023 Pelicans vs Magic – 7:00 PM ET Knicks vs Celtics – 7:30 PM ET Bucks vs Thunder – 8:00 PM ET Maccabi Ra’anana vs Timberwolves – 8:00 PM ET Raptors vs Bulls – 8:00 PM ET Nuggets vs Clippers – 10:00 PM ET Also read: Do NBA Players Get Paid for the Preseason Tournament? Will the Multi-Millionaires Players Feature in the Warmup Games? October 18, 2023 Nets vs Heat – 7:30 PM ET Wizards vs Knicks – 7:30 PM ET Rockets vs Spurs – 8:00 PM ET Kings vs Warriors – 10:00 PM E October 19, 2023 Celtics vs Hornets – 7:00 PM ET Timberwolves vs Bulls — 8:00 PM ET Pistons vs Thunder — 8:00 PM ET Suns vs Lakers — 10:00 PM ET Nuggets vs Clippers — 10:00 PM ET Jazz vs Kings — 10:00 PM ET October 20, 2023 Cavaliers vs Pacers — 7:00 PM ET Flamengo Flamengo vs Magic — 7:00 PM ET Hawks vs 76ers — 7:00 PM ET Wizards vs Raptors — 7:30 PM ET Pistons vs Mavericks — 8:00 PM ET Heat vs Rockets — 8:00 PM ET Grizzlies vs Bucks — 8:00 PM ET Spurs vs. Warriors — 10:00 PM ET Also read: Is the NBA’s New Resting Policy Going to Have an Effect on Preseason Games?

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Stephen Curry's Net Worth 2024</h2>
Stephen Curry did not earn a lot early in his NBA career. Now, having established himself as one of the best players in the league, he is one of the highest-earning basketball players in the world. He became the first player to sign a $200 million contract in 2017. The sharpshooter signed a four-year $215.35 million contract extension with the <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/golden-state-warriors/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Golden State Warriors</a> in 2021, with an annual average salary of $53 million. And while doing so, he also became the first player to sign two straight contracts worth over $200 million.

[caption id="attachment_2474127" align="alignnone" width="4323"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2474127" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-12-20T054606Z_45622464_MT1USATODAY22143535_RTRMADP_3_NBA-BOSTON-CELTICS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="" width="4323" height="2882" /> Dec 19, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after scoring against the Boston Celtics during the overtime period at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Curry has an estimated net worth of $160 million, according to recent reports. He has earned over $354,721,977 over 15 seasons with the Golden State Warriors. Also, like most world-class athletes, Steph earns a lot from endorsements and partnerships as well. In 2022, he was the 5th highest-paid athlete in the world earning $92.8 million, with $45.8 million in NBA salary and $47 million in endorsements.
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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">The early life of Stephen Curry</h2>
Stephen Curry was born on March 14, 1988, in Akron, Ohio. The four-time NBA champion was brought up in Charlotte, North Carolina. After graduating from Charlotte Christian High School, Curry joined Davidson College in 2006. The point guard slowly but steadily became one of the best college players in the country. After three years of college, Curry declared for the NBA draft in 2009. He later completed his bachelor's degree in sociology in May 2022.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s family and personal life</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was born to NBA veteran Dell and Sonya Curry. Much like Steph, Dell was a sharpshooter as well and played 16 seasons in the league, with 10 of them spent with the Hornets. Steph was born just two years after his father entered the NBA. So, naturally, he grew up around the league. The two-time NBA MVP has two younger siblings: Seth and Sydel Curry. Seth currently plays for the Dallas Mavericks, signing a two-year contract in 2023.

Steph married Ayesha Curry in 2011 in front of friends and family, after dating for a few years. The couple has three children together: Riley, Ryan, and Canon Curry. Given Curry's popularity, his children are in the spotlight as well and have quickly become internet sensations.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s career timeline</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was not dreaming of playing college basketball for Davidson College. However, most D1 college coaches thought Curry was too small and slight. Davidson was the only D1 college to offer him a scholarship because the head coach, Rob McKillop, believed in his abilities. It was a blessing in disguise forÂ <em>The Baby-Faced Assassin,</em>Â as he improved consistently for the Wildcats. He soon became one of the best college players in the country. After three years of college basketball from 2006 to 2009 with some impressive performances, he declared for the NBA draft.

The Golden State Warriors selected Steph as the 7th overall pick, arguably the best decision the team has ever made. However, Curry did not bring success to the team overnight. Even though Curry showed flashes of greatness after entering the league, he suffered from multiple injuries that often kept him sidelined. So the Warriors' decision to draft the young star was under scrutiny.

[caption id="attachment_2474092" align="alignnone" width="3287"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2474092" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-12-20T055807Z_1149708489_MT1USATODAY22143576_RTRMADP_3_NBA-BOSTON-CELTICS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="" width="3287" height="2191" /> Dec 19, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) attempts a three-point shot against the Boston Celtics during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

At the time, Monta Ellis was the best player on the team. Despite Curry's injury woes, they continued to believe in him and his abilities. In 2012, the Dubs traded Ellis to the Milwaukee Bucks and showed their intention to build the team around Curry, which was considered a major gamble by many. Safe to say, it has paid off in multiple folds. And no one is questioning the decision now.

As Curry improved his overall health and fitness, he started playing at a high level consistently. Curry won back-to-back MVP awards in 2015 and 2016, with the second one making him the first-ever unanimous award recipient. He led the Warriors to their first championship in 40 years in 2015 and won again in 2017 and 2018.

After a few disappointing seasons, the Warriors were back at the top of the tree as Curry won the Finals MVP award for the first time in 2022 after leading the Warriors to their fourth title in eight years.

<span style="font-weight: 400">In 2023, Curry surpassed Wilt Chamberlain (7,216) for the most field goals made in Warriors history with 7,222. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">He also became the first player in NBA history to score at least 10,000 career points off of three-pointers.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Against the Sacramento Kings, Curry became the first player to score 50 points in a Game 7 and surpassed Kevin Durant's previous record of 48 points before being overtaken by Celticsâ€™ Jayson Tatum.Â </span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s NBA career stats</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season games played - 919</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season points per game - 24.7</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season assists per game - 6.4</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season rebounds per game - 4.7</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Playoff games played - 147</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason points per game - 27.0</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason assists per game - 6.2</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason rebounds per game - 5.3</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s partnerships and endorsements</b></h2>
Some of the most important endorsements and partnerships of Stephen Curry are as follows:

Under Armor

Brita

Palm

Nissan/Infiniti

JP Morgan Chase

Rakuten

Chase

Sony

Unilever

Vivo
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s major achievements and awards</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">4Ã— NBA champion (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Finals MVP (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2Ã— NBA Most Valuable Player (2015, 2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">9Ã— NBA All-Star (2014â€“2019, 2021â€“2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Star Game MVP (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">4Ã— All-NBA First Team (2015, 2016, 2019, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">4Ã— All-NBA Second Team (2014, 2017, 2022, 2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">All-NBA Third Team (2018)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie First Team (2010)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2Ã— NBA scoring champion (2016, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2Ã— NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2015, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA steals leader (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">50â€“40â€“90 club (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Sportsmanship Award (2011)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Social Justice Champion Award (2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA 75th Anniversary Team</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">AP Athlete of the Year (2015)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Consensus first-team All-American (2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Consensus second-team All-American (2008)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NCAA season scoring leader (2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2Ã— SoCon Player of the Year (2008, 2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">3Ã— First-team All-SoCon (2007â€“2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">No. 30 retired by Davidson Wildcats</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: 18pt"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s c</b><b>harity work and philanthropy</b></span></h2>
Stephen Curry is a philanthropist and gives back to the community by more than one means. Steph and his wife Ayesha Curry founded <em>Eat. Learn. Play Foundation</em>. The foundation focuses on providing good nutrition, quality education, and safe places to play for children in need. The 2022 All-Star Game MVP is also involved in other charities like Animal Rescue Foundation, United Nations Foundation, Nothing But Nets, Brotherhood Crusade, and V Foundation for Cancer Research.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s shoe deal</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was a Nike athlete initially. In the 2013 off-season, he signed with Under Armour in a deal worth $4 million. With his ever-increasing superstardom and success, Curry soon became the face of the brand. He, in turn, helped popularise the brand around the world. Then in 2017, Curry re-signed with Under Armour and also received equity as part of the lucrative $215 million deal.

In 2020, UA historically launched the Curry brand in competition with the Jordan brand. Curry recently signed a new long-term contract with the brand which will run past his retirement as per various sources. Even though the financial details of the deal are not disclosed, it is believed to be one of the<em> "richest-ever"</em> endorsement deals in sports. So far, Under Armour and Curry have released 11 signature shoes together.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s house</b></h2>
Stephen Curry has bought multiple properties over the years. He reportedly purchased a house near his hometown Charlotte for $1.275 million in 2011, eventually selling it in 2019. Curry then bought a new mansion in Atherton, CA for a whopping $30 million, where he and his family currently reside. Â The new Atherton propertyÂ is an upgrade from their previous home in the same area.

Curry also bought a house for $2.1 million in Florida last year, which is <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-basketball-news-stephen-curry-splurged-2-1-million-from-his-160-million-net-worth-only-to-buy-a-house-where-nobody-lives/" target="_self" rel="noopener">not occupied by anyone</a>. He reportedly purchased it for a family member.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s rings</b></h2>
Stephen Curry has won four NBA championships with the Golden State Warriors so far. He earned his first-ever NBA All-Star call-up in 2014. Then in 2015, Curry won the NBA MVP award as he was unstoppable beyond the three-point arc. He is the only player in the history to win the award unanimously. In the same year, Curry also led the Warriors to their first-ever championship in 40 years.

The nine-time NBA All-Star won another MVP award in 2016 as well. Curry and the Dubs continued their ascension and have won three more titles. He also won his first-ever All-Star Game MVP award and his first-ever NBA Finals MVP award last year leading the team to the championship. In 2023, <span style="font-weight: 400">Curry was named into the All-Star Team for the 9th time.</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curryâ€™s social media accounts</b></h2>
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<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/stephencurry30/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@stephencurry30</a></td>
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<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/StephenCurry30?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@StephenCurry30</a></td>
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<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/StephenCurryOfficial/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@Stephen Curry</a></td>
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<td>Website</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.sc30.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://sc30.com/</a></td>
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</tbody>
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<td>Full Name</td>
<td>Wardell Stephen Curry II</td>
</tr>
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<td>Popular Name</td>
<td>Stephen Curry</td>
</tr>
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<td>Birth Date</td>
<td>March 14, 1988</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Birth Place</td>
<td>Akron, Ohio</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Height</td>
<td>6â€™ 3â€ (1.91 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight</td>
<td>84 kg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Parents</td>
<td>Dell Curry and Sonya Curry</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Siblings</td>
<td>Seth and Sydel Curry</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>African American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$160 Million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Salary</td>
<td>$53 Million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spouse</td>
<td>Ayesha Curry</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Children</td>
<td>Riley, Ryan, and Canon</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Profession</td>
<td>Basketball player</td>
</tr>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>Golden State Warriors</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rings</td>
<td>4</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9"></h2>

Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry&#8217;s Net Worth 2024 Stephen Curry did not earn a lot early in his NBA career. Now, having established himself as one of the best players in the league, he is one of the highest-earning basketball players in the world. He became the first player to sign a $200 million contract in 2017. The sharpshooter signed a four-year $215.35 million contract extension with the Golden State Warriors in 2021, with an annual average salary of $53 million. And while doing so, he also became the first player to sign two straight contracts worth over $200 million. Dec 19, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after scoring against the Boston Celtics during the overtime period at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports Curry has an estimated net worth of $160 million, according to recent reports. He has earned over $354,721,977 over 15 seasons with the Golden State Warriors. Also, like most world-class athletes, Steph earns a lot from endorsements and partnerships as well. In 2022, he was the 5th highest-paid athlete in the world earning $92.8 million, with $45.8 million in NBA salary and $47 million in endorsements. The early life of Stephen Curry Stephen Curry was born on March 14, 1988, in Akron, Ohio. The four-time NBA champion was brought up in Charlotte, North Carolina. After graduating from Charlotte Christian High School, Curry joined Davidson College in 2006. The point guard slowly but steadily became one of the best college players in the country. After three years of college, Curry declared for the NBA draft in 2009. He later completed his bachelor&#8217;s degree in sociology in May 2022. Stephen Curryâ€™s family and personal life Stephen Curry was born to NBA veteran Dell and Sonya Curry. Much like Steph, Dell was a sharpshooter as well and played 16 seasons in the league, with 10 of them spent with the Hornets. Steph was born just two years after his father entered the NBA. So, naturally, he grew up around the league. The two-time NBA MVP has two younger siblings: Seth and Sydel Curry. Seth currently plays for the Dallas Mavericks, signing a two-year contract in 2023. Steph married Ayesha Curry in 2011 in front of friends and family, after dating for a few years. The couple has three children together: Riley, Ryan, and Canon Curry. Given Curry&#8217;s popularity, his children are in the spotlight as well and have quickly become internet sensations. Stephen Curryâ€™s career timeline Stephen Curry was not dreaming of playing college basketball for Davidson College. However, most D1 college coaches thought Curry was too small and slight. Davidson was the only D1 college to offer him a scholarship because the head coach, Rob McKillop, believed in his abilities. It was a blessing in disguise forÂ The Baby-Faced Assassin,Â as he improved consistently for the Wildcats. He soon became one of the best college players in the country. After three years of college basketball from 2006 to 2009 with some impressive performances, he declared for the NBA draft. The Golden State Warriors selected Steph as the 7th overall pick, arguably the best decision the team has ever made. However, Curry did not bring success to the team overnight. Even though Curry showed flashes of greatness after entering the league, he suffered from multiple injuries that often kept him sidelined. So the Warriors&#8217; decision to draft the young star was under scrutiny. Dec 19, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) attempts a three-point shot against the Boston Celtics during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports At the time, Monta Ellis was the best player on the team. Despite Curry&#8217;s injury woes, they continued to believe in him and his abilities. In 2012, the Dubs traded Ellis to the Milwaukee Bucks and showed their intention to build the team around Curry, which was considered a major gamble by many. Safe to say, it has paid off in multiple folds. And no one is questioning the decision now. As Curry improved his overall health and fitness, he started playing at a high level consistently. Curry won back-to-back MVP awards in 2015 and 2016, with the second one making him the first-ever unanimous award recipient. He led the Warriors to their first championship in 40 years in 2015 and won again in 2017 and 2018. After a few disappointing seasons, the Warriors were back at the top of the tree as Curry won the Finals MVP award for the first time in 2022 after leading the Warriors to their fourth title in eight years. In 2023, Curry surpassed Wilt Chamberlain (7,216) for the most field goals made in Warriors history with 7,222. He also became the first player in NBA history to score at least 10,000 career points off of three-pointers. Against the Sacramento Kings, Curry became the first player to score 50 points in a Game 7 and surpassed Kevin Durant&#8217;s previous record of 48 points before being overtaken by Celticsâ€™ Jayson Tatum.Â  Stephen Curryâ€™s NBA career stats Regular season games played &#8211; 919 Regular season points per game &#8211; 24.7 Regular season assists per game &#8211; 6.4 Regular season rebounds per game &#8211; 4.7 Playoff games played &#8211; 147 Postseason points per game &#8211; 27.0 Postseason assists per game &#8211; 6.2 Postseason rebounds per game &#8211; 5.3 Stephen Curryâ€™s partnerships and endorsements Some of the most important endorsements and partnerships of Stephen Curry are as follows: Under Armor Brita Palm Nissan/Infiniti JP Morgan Chase Rakuten Chase Sony Unilever Vivo Stephen Curryâ€™s major achievements and awards 4Ã— NBA champion (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022) NBA Finals MVP (2022) 2Ã— NBA Most Valuable Player (2015, 2016) 9Ã— NBA All-Star (2014â€“2019, 2021â€“2023) NBA All-Star Game MVP (2022) 4Ã— All-NBA First Team (2015, 2016, 2019, 2021) 4Ã— All-NBA Second Team (2014, 2017, 2022, 2023) All-NBA Third Team (2018) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2010) 2Ã— NBA scoring champion (2016, 2021) 2Ã— NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2015, 2021) NBA steals leader (2016) 50â€“40â€“90 club (2016) NBA Sportsmanship Award (2011) NBA Social Justice Champion Award (2023) NBA 75th Anniversary Team AP Athlete of the Year (2015) Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2022) Consensus first-team All-American (2009) Consensus second-team All-American (2008) NCAA season scoring leader (2009) 2Ã— SoCon Player of the Year (2008, 2009) 3Ã— First-team All-SoCon (2007â€“2009) No. 30 retired by Davidson Wildcats Stephen Curryâ€™s charity work and philanthropy Stephen Curry is a philanthropist and gives back to the community by more than one means. Steph and his wife Ayesha Curry founded Eat. Learn. Play Foundation. The foundation focuses on providing good nutrition, quality education, and safe places to play for children in need. The 2022 All-Star Game MVP is also involved in other charities like Animal Rescue Foundation, United Nations Foundation, Nothing But Nets, Brotherhood Crusade, and V Foundation for Cancer Research. Stephen Curryâ€™s shoe deal Stephen Curry was a Nike athlete initially. In the 2013 off-season, he signed with Under Armour in a deal worth $4 million. With his ever-increasing superstardom and success, Curry soon became the face of the brand. He, in turn, helped popularise the brand around the world. Then in 2017, Curry re-signed with Under Armour and also received equity as part of the lucrative $215 million deal. In 2020, UA historically launched the Curry brand in competition with the Jordan brand. Curry recently signed a new long-term contract with the brand which will run past his retirement as per various sources. Even though the financial details of the deal are not disclosed, it is believed to be one of the &#8220;richest-ever&#8221; endorsement deals in sports. So far, Under Armour and Curry have released 11 signature shoes together. Stephen Curryâ€™s house Stephen Curry has bought multiple properties over the years. He reportedly purchased a house near his hometown Charlotte for $1.275 million in 2011, eventually selling it in 2019. Curry then bought a new mansion in Atherton, CA for a whopping $30 million, where he and his family currently reside. Â The new Atherton propertyÂ is an upgrade from their previous home in the same area. Curry also bought a house for $2.1 million in Florida last year, which is not occupied by anyone. He reportedly purchased it for a family member. Stephen Curryâ€™s rings Stephen Curry has won four NBA championships with the Golden State Warriors so far. He earned his first-ever NBA All-Star call-up in 2014. Then in 2015, Curry won the NBA MVP award as he was unstoppable beyond the three-point arc. He is the only player in the history to win the award unanimously. In the same year, Curry also led the Warriors to their first-ever championship in 40 years. The nine-time NBA All-Star won another MVP award in 2016 as well. Curry and the Dubs continued their ascension and have won three more titles. He also won his first-ever All-Star Game MVP award and his first-ever NBA Finals MVP award last year leading the team to the championship. In 2023, Curry was named into the All-Star Team for the 9th time. Stephen Curryâ€™s social media accounts  Instagram @stephencurry30  Twitter @StephenCurry30  Facebook @Stephen Curry  Website https://sc30.com/    Full Name Wardell Stephen Curry II  Popular Name Stephen Curry  Birth Date March 14, 1988  Birth Place Akron, Ohio  Height 6â€™ 3â€ (1.91 m)  Weight 84 kg  Parents Dell Curry and Sonya Curry  Siblings Seth and Sydel Curry  Nationality American  Ethnicity African American  Net Worth $160 Million  Salary $53 Million  Spouse Ayesha Curry  Relationship/Marital Status Married  Children Riley, Ryan, and Canon  Profession Basketball player  Team Golden State Warriors  Rings 4

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