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<h2>History</h2>
The original Denver Nuggets were founded in 1948 in the National Basketball League. After NBL merged with the Basketball Association of America to form the NBA, the Nuggets folded after playing the 1949-50 season as a charter team in the NBA. However, the current Nuggets team has its roots in the Denver Larks which was founded in 1967 as a charter franchise of the American Basketball Association. The team then changed the name to Denver Rockets before the first season. The franchise had good success in the ABA with a huge fan base. However, they struggled in the playoffs.

<img class="size-full wp-image-376823 aligncenter" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200914213759/8926_denver_nuggets-primary-2019.png" alt="" width="905" height="905" />

After playing in the ABA for a few years, the franchise applied to join the NBA. In anticipation of the move to the NBA, the owners wanted a name change since the name Rockets was already in use with the Houston Rockets. So the team held a contest for a new name in 1974. Interestingly, the name "Nuggets" was chosen in honor of the original Nuggets that played in the NBL from 1948 to 1950. The Nuggets then finally joined the NBA in 1976.
<h2>Who is the owner of the Denver Nuggets?</h2>
Billionaire Stan Kroenke is the owner of the Denver Nuggets. The real estate mogul reportedly purchased the franchise along with NHL's Colorado Avalanche from Charlie Lyons's Ascent Entertainment Group for $450 million in 2000. He then organized his sports assets under the holding company Kroenke Sports &amp; Entertainment. The company currently owns Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Rams, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Rapids, Colorado Mammoth, Arsenal F.C., Arsenal W.F.C., Los Angeles Gladiators, Los Angeles Guerrillas, etc.

[caption id="attachment_1818053" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1818053 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-06-13T034237Z_360969664_MT1USATODAY20881601_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-MIAMI-HEAT-AT-DENVER-NUGGETS.jpg" alt="Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets" width="1920" height="1250" /> Jun 12, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver awards the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award to Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) after the Nuggets won the 2023 NBA Championship against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters[/caption]

Kroenke was born on July 29, 1947, in Columbia, Missouri, and came from very humble beginnings. From a very young age, Kroenke was very keen on business. After college, he dived into real estate and found major success in building shopping centers and office buildings. In 1974, he married Ann Walton who is the daughter of Walmart co-founder James Walton. Kroenke continued his ascension and has built a business empire over the years. He has an estimated net worth of $12.9 billion.
<h2>Who is the General Manager of the Denver Nuggets?</h2>
Calvin Booth is the General Manager of the Nuggets. Notably, Booth played in the NBA for ten years before starting his career in the front office. The Washington Wizards selected him as the 35th overall pick in the 1999 draft. Throughout his career, the 6'11" Booths struggled for playing time. After playing for eight teams in ten years, he called it quits. Booths then started his career in the front office as a scout for the New Orleans Pelicans in 2012. After one year, he joined the Minnesota Timberwolves, where he climbed the ranks to become the director of player personnel. In 2017, the Nuggets appointed Booth as the assistant GM and then named him the GM in 2020.
<h2>Team Sponsors</h2>
The Denver Nuggets reportedly signed a jersey patch sponsorship deal with the Denver-based Western Union in 2017. Ahead of the 2020-21 season, the Nuggets extended the deal for another three years. Some of the other major sponsors of the franchise are UCHealth, Molson Coors, Socios.com, Verizon, PointsBet, Avaya, Toyota, etc.
<h2>Denver Nuggets Roster</h2>
<table style="height: 736px" width="546">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jamal Murray</td>
<td>Point Guard</td>
<td>26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nikola Jokic</td>
<td>Center</td>
<td>28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Gordon</td>
<td>Power Forward</td>
<td>27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Porter Jr.</td>
<td>Small Forward</td>
<td>24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christian Braun</td>
<td>Guard</td>
<td>22</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bruce Brown</td>
<td>Small Forward</td>
<td>26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kentavious Caldwell-Pope</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeff Green</td>
<td>Power Forward</td>
<td>36</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DeAndre Jordan</td>
<td>Center</td>
<td>34</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Bryant</td>
<td>Center</td>
<td>25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Reggie Jackson</td>
<td>Point Guard</td>
<td>33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ish Smith</td>
<td>Point Guard</td>
<td>34</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Achievements and Wins</h2>
The Nuggets' poor playoff run started back in their ABA days when the team reached the Finals against the New York Nets in 1975 when the Nets clinched the title. This brought a disappointing end to the Nuggets' time with the ABA as the team joined the NBA in the next season. The team won two division titles during their time in the ABA.

After moving to the NBA in 1976, the Nuggets continued their good run with legends like David Thompson, Marvin Webster, Dan Issel, and Bobby Jones. The team won two straight division titles in 1977 and 1978. However, the team struggled in the playoffs. After head coach Larry Brown left the team in 1979, the Nuggets suffered for a few years.

Then in the early 1980s, the team picked up some momentum with stars like Alex English and Kiki Vandeweghe. Notably, English won the scoring title in 1983. Interestingly, he is the only Nuggets player ever to win the award. The Nuggets reached the Western Conference Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers In the 1984-85 season. Los Angeles closed out the series 4-1. The franchise won division titles in 1985 and 1988. However, the disappointment in the playoffs continued. This was followed by a couple of years without playoff appearances.

The team had new-found energy in the form of Dikembe Mutombo in the mid-1990s. They made the playoffs in 1993 and 1994 only to again disappoint themselves. After this, the team went through its biggest playoff drought of eight years from 1995 to 2002. The Nuggets saw a change in ownership when Stan Kroenke bought the team in 2000. Then in 2003, the Nuggets drafted superstar Carmelo Anthony and acquired NBA legend Allen Iverson in 2006. In 2008, the team reached the WCF only to lose to Kobe Bryant and the Lakers.

[caption id="attachment_583330" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-583330 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210316174146/GettyImages-563987779.jpg" alt="Kobe Bryant and Carmelo Anthony" width="1920" height="1328" /> Nuggets Carmelo Anthony and Lakers Kobe Bryant in Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs at the Pepsi Center in Denver Monday April 28, 2008. (Photo by Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)[/caption]

Carmelo left the team in 2011 and head coach George Karl followed suit in 2013. The Nuggets then started their rebuild and hired Michael Malone as the head coach in 2014. Denver drafted Nikola Jokic in 2014 and Jamal Murray in 2016. The two have now become the cornerstones of the team. Jokic soon became one of the best players in the league, winning two straight NBA MVP awards. But they still struggled in the playoffs. The Nuggets once again lost the WCF against familiar foes Lakers in 2019. However, the team continued their good work and finally won their first-ever NBA title in the 2022-23 season against the Miami Heat.
<h2>Key Players and Coaches</h2>
The Denver Nuggets have had some legendary basketball players and coaches on their team over the years. The franchise has retired the jerseys of Alex English (2), Fat Lever (12), David Thompson (33), Byron Beck (40), Dan Issel (44), Dikembe Mutombo (55), and head coach Doug Moe. They have also had Hall of Famers like Allen Iverson, Tim Hardaway, Larry Brown, and so forth.
<h2>Denver Nuggets Rivals</h2>
The Denver Nuggets have an intense rivalry with the Los Angeles Lakers because of their history. Prior to the 2022-23 season, the Nuggets had reached the NBA Western Conference Finals thrice. And the Lakers eliminated them on all three occasions. It dates back to 1985 WCF when Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and the Lakers defeated the Nuggets 4-1.

Then in the 2008-09 season, the rivalry intensified when Kobe Bryant and the Lakers faced an energetic Nuggets team led by Carmelo Anthony. The Lakers won the series 4-2. Then LeBron James and the Lakers eliminated the Nuggets in the 2020 WCF. Furthermore, the Lakers have also eliminated the Nuggets in the first round on four different occasions. The Nuggets finally had their revenge in the 2022-23 season by sweeping the Lakers in the WCF en route to their first ring.
<h2>Nuggets on Social Media</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/nuggets/?hl=en">@nuggets</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a href="https://twitter.com/nuggets?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">@nuggets</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a href="https://www.facebook.com/DenverNuggets/">@DenverNuggets</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Website</td>
<td><a href="https://www.nba.com/nuggets">https://www.nba.com/nuggets</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<table style="height: 737px" width="498">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Founded </td>
<td>1967</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Owner</td>
<td>Kroenke Sports &amp; Entertainment</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>President</td>
<td>Stan Kroenke</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conference</td>
<td>West</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>General Manager</td>
<td>Calvin Booth</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Head Coach</td>
<td>Michael Malone</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sponsors</td>
<td>Western Union, UCHealth, Verizon, etc</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arena</td>
<td>Ball Arena</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Championships</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conference Titles</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Division Titles</td>
<td>12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Team Value</td>
<td>$1.93 Billion</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2></h2>

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History The original Denver Nuggets were founded in 1948 in the National Basketball League. After NBL merged with the Basketball Association of America to form the NBA, the Nuggets folded after playing the 1949-50 season as a charter team in the NBA. However, the current Nuggets team has its roots in the Denver Larks which was founded in 1967 as a charter franchise of the American Basketball Association. The team then changed the name to Denver Rockets before the first season. The franchise had good success in the ABA with a huge fan base. However, they struggled in the playoffs. After playing in the ABA for a few years, the franchise applied to join the NBA. In anticipation of the move to the NBA, the owners wanted a name change since the name Rockets was already in use with the Houston Rockets. So the team held a contest for a new name in 1974. Interestingly, the name &#8220;Nuggets&#8221; was chosen in honor of the original Nuggets that played in the NBL from 1948 to 1950. The Nuggets then finally joined the NBA in 1976. Who is the owner of the Denver Nuggets? Billionaire Stan Kroenke is the owner of the Denver Nuggets. The real estate mogul reportedly purchased the franchise along with NHL&#8217;s Colorado Avalanche from Charlie Lyons&#8217;s Ascent Entertainment Group for $450 million in 2000. He then organized his sports assets under the holding company Kroenke Sports &amp; Entertainment. The company currently owns Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Rams, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Rapids, Colorado Mammoth, Arsenal F.C., Arsenal W.F.C., Los Angeles Gladiators, Los Angeles Guerrillas, etc. Jun 12, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver awards the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award to Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) after the Nuggets won the 2023 NBA Championship against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters Kroenke was born on July 29, 1947, in Columbia, Missouri, and came from very humble beginnings. From a very young age, Kroenke was very keen on business. After college, he dived into real estate and found major success in building shopping centers and office buildings. In 1974, he married Ann Walton who is the daughter of Walmart co-founder James Walton. Kroenke continued his ascension and has built a business empire over the years. He has an estimated net worth of $12.9 billion. Who is the General Manager of the Denver Nuggets? Calvin Booth is the General Manager of the Nuggets. Notably, Booth played in the NBA for ten years before starting his career in the front office. The Washington Wizards selected him as the 35th overall pick in the 1999 draft. Throughout his career, the 6&#8217;11&#8221; Booths struggled for playing time. After playing for eight teams in ten years, he called it quits. Booths then started his career in the front office as a scout for the New Orleans Pelicans in 2012. After one year, he joined the Minnesota Timberwolves, where he climbed the ranks to become the director of player personnel. In 2017, the Nuggets appointed Booth as the assistant GM and then named him the GM in 2020. Team Sponsors The Denver Nuggets reportedly signed a jersey patch sponsorship deal with the Denver-based Western Union in 2017. Ahead of the 2020-21 season, the Nuggets extended the deal for another three years. Some of the other major sponsors of the franchise are UCHealth, Molson Coors, Socios.com, Verizon, PointsBet, Avaya, Toyota, etc. Denver Nuggets Roster  Jamal Murray Point Guard 26  Nikola Jokic Center 28  Aaron Gordon Power Forward 27  Michael Porter Jr. Small Forward 24  Christian Braun Guard 22  Bruce Brown Small Forward 26  Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Shooting Guard 30  Jeff Green Power Forward 36  DeAndre Jordan Center 34  Thomas Bryant Center 25  Reggie Jackson Point Guard 33  Ish Smith Point Guard 34  Achievements and Wins The Nuggets&#8217; poor playoff run started back in their ABA days when the team reached the Finals against the New York Nets in 1975 when the Nets clinched the title. This brought a disappointing end to the Nuggets&#8217; time with the ABA as the team joined the NBA in the next season. The team won two division titles during their time in the ABA. After moving to the NBA in 1976, the Nuggets continued their good run with legends like David Thompson, Marvin Webster, Dan Issel, and Bobby Jones. The team won two straight division titles in 1977 and 1978. However, the team struggled in the playoffs. After head coach Larry Brown left the team in 1979, the Nuggets suffered for a few years. Then in the early 1980s, the team picked up some momentum with stars like Alex English and Kiki Vandeweghe. Notably, English won the scoring title in 1983. Interestingly, he is the only Nuggets player ever to win the award. The Nuggets reached the Western Conference Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers In the 1984-85 season. Los Angeles closed out the series 4-1. The franchise won division titles in 1985 and 1988. However, the disappointment in the playoffs continued. This was followed by a couple of years without playoff appearances. The team had new-found energy in the form of Dikembe Mutombo in the mid-1990s. They made the playoffs in 1993 and 1994 only to again disappoint themselves. After this, the team went through its biggest playoff drought of eight years from 1995 to 2002. The Nuggets saw a change in ownership when Stan Kroenke bought the team in 2000. Then in 2003, the Nuggets drafted superstar Carmelo Anthony and acquired NBA legend Allen Iverson in 2006. In 2008, the team reached the WCF only to lose to Kobe Bryant and the Lakers. Nuggets Carmelo Anthony and Lakers Kobe Bryant in Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs at the Pepsi Center in Denver Monday April 28, 2008. (Photo by Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) Carmelo left the team in 2011 and head coach George Karl followed suit in 2013. The Nuggets then started their rebuild and hired Michael Malone as the head coach in 2014. Denver drafted Nikola Jokic in 2014 and Jamal Murray in 2016. The two have now become the cornerstones of the team. Jokic soon became one of the best players in the league, winning two straight NBA MVP awards. But they still struggled in the playoffs. The Nuggets once again lost the WCF against familiar foes Lakers in 2019. However, the team continued their good work and finally won their first-ever NBA title in the 2022-23 season against the Miami Heat. Key Players and Coaches The Denver Nuggets have had some legendary basketball players and coaches on their team over the years. The franchise has retired the jerseys of Alex English (2), Fat Lever (12), David Thompson (33), Byron Beck (40), Dan Issel (44), Dikembe Mutombo (55), and head coach Doug Moe. They have also had Hall of Famers like Allen Iverson, Tim Hardaway, Larry Brown, and so forth. Denver Nuggets Rivals The Denver Nuggets have an intense rivalry with the Los Angeles Lakers because of their history. Prior to the 2022-23 season, the Nuggets had reached the NBA Western Conference Finals thrice. And the Lakers eliminated them on all three occasions. It dates back to 1985 WCF when Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and the Lakers defeated the Nuggets 4-1. Then in the 2008-09 season, the rivalry intensified when Kobe Bryant and the Lakers faced an energetic Nuggets team led by Carmelo Anthony. The Lakers won the series 4-2. Then LeBron James and the Lakers eliminated the Nuggets in the 2020 WCF. Furthermore, the Lakers have also eliminated the Nuggets in the first round on four different occasions. The Nuggets finally had their revenge in the 2022-23 season by sweeping the Lakers in the WCF en route to their first ring. Nuggets on Social Media  Instagram @nuggets  Twitter @nuggets  Facebook @DenverNuggets  Website https://www.nba.com/nuggets    Founded  1967  Owner Kroenke Sports &amp; Entertainment  President Stan Kroenke  Conference West  General Manager Calvin Booth  Head Coach Michael Malone  Sponsors Western Union, UCHealth, Verizon, etc  Arena Ball Arena  Championships 1  Conference Titles 1  Division Titles 12  Team Value $1.93 Billion

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Aaron Gordon 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Aaron Gordon is a six-foot-nine forward who plays for Denver Nuggets in the NBA. Gordon was born on September 16, 1995, in San Jose, California, to Shelly and Ed Gordon. He was the fourth overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft. 

[caption id="attachment_670232" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-670232" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-06-08T050544Z_1007474262_MT1USATODAY16223467_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-DENVER-NUGGETS-AT-PHOENIX-SUNS.jpg" alt="Nikola Jokic with his Nuggets teammate Aaron Gordon" width="1920" height="1354" /> Jun 7, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) and forward Aaron Gordon (50) react as they leave the game against the Phoenix Suns in the fourth quarter during game one in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Gordon’s father Ed played college basketball for San Diego State and his siblings Drew and Elise also took up the sport professionally. Gordon attended Archbishop Mitty High School in California, where he enjoyed an incredible final two seasons. 

Gordon averaged 21.6 points as a senior and was selected to play in the McDonald’s All-American Game in 2013, where his 24 point performance earned him the MVP award. 

The athletic forward then committed to play for the Arizona Wildcats, where he spent one year before declaring for the NBA Draft. Gordon averaged 12.4 points per game as a freshman and shot 49.5% from the field. 

Gordon is currently unmarried, but he’s been dating Brazilian model <a href="https://www.whosdatedwho.com/dating/izabela-guedes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Izabela Guedes</a> since March 2020. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Aaron Gordon NBA Career</h2>
Gordon was selected by the Orlando Magic with the fourth overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft. He evolved to become an integral part of the franchise since his rookie season with the team. Gordon averaged 9.2 points and 6.5 rebounds as a sophomore, but his numbers quickly went up in the subsequent years. 

[caption id="attachment_489650" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-489650" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201223155218/2020-12-12T010436Z_472225941_MT1USATODAY15302485_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PRESEASON-ORLANDO-MAGIC-AT-ATLANTA-HAWKS.jpg" alt="Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon" width="1920" height="1280" /> Dec 11, 2020; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) shoots between Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (15) and forward Cam Reddish (22) during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The explosive forward helped the Magic reach the playoffs in 2019 and 2020, but they failed to get past the first round. Gordon participated in the 2020 Slam-Dunk Contest and finished runner-up behind Derrick Jones Jr.

Then in the mid-season of 2020-21, the Magic traded Aaron to the Denver Nuggets in return for Gary Harris, RJ Hampton, and a protected 2025 first-round pick. In the 25 games for the Nuggets, the 6'8" forward averaged 12.4 points.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements</h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Third-team All-American – SN (2014)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">First-team All-Pac-12 (2014)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Pac-12 Freshman Player of the Year (2014)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2013)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">McDonald's All-American Game MVP (2013)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">First-team Parade All-American (2013)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">2× California Mr. Basketball (2012, 2013)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Aaron Gordon NBA Stats</h2>
Aaron Gordon filled in as an effective playmaker for the Magic and then shifted to become a helping hand to the Nuggets. Here are his <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/g/gordoaa01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">career stats</a> updated till 2020-21 regular season: 

[caption id="attachment_603048" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-603048" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210401191255/2021-03-31T023122Z_2088032449_MT1USATODAY15822136_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PHILADELPHIA-76ERS-AT-DENVER-NUGGETS.jpg" alt="Denver Nuggets' Aaron Gordon" width="1920" height="1280" /> Mar 30, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (50) corns the ball against Philadelphia 76ers guard Seth Curry (31) in the second quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
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<td style="text-align: center">G</td>
<td style="text-align: center">MP</td>
<td style="text-align: center">FG%</td>
<td style="text-align: center">FT%</td>
<td style="text-align: center">REB</td>
<td style="text-align: center">AST</td>
<td style="text-align: center">STL </td>
<td style="text-align: center">BLK </td>
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PTS
</td>
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<td>
453
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">28.5</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.45</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.695</td>
<td style="text-align: center">6.3</td>
<td style="text-align: center">2.5</td>
<td style="text-align: center">0.8</td>
<td style="text-align: center">0.6</td>
<td>
12.7
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Aaron Gordon Current Contract</h2>
The Orlando Magic <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/orlando-magic/aaron-gordon-15356/#:~:text=Aaron%20Gordon%20signed%20a%204,dead%20cap%20value%20of%20%2418%2C136%2C364." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">retained</a> Gordon in 2018 by offering him a four-year $80,000,000. Later, the Nuggets gave him a 4-year $92 million extension to keep his services until 2025 and a player option for 2025-26.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Aaron Gordon Net Worth and Endorsements</h2>
<a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/aaron-gordon-net-worth/#:~:text=Aaron%20Gordon%20net%20worth%3A%20Aaron,Jose%2C%20California%20in%20September%201995." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celebrity Net Worth</a> estimates Aaron Gordon’s value at $4 million. Furthermore, his career earnings at the end of 2021 would be <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/orlando-magic/aaron-gordon-15356/cash-earnings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">$76,368,892</a>. 

Gordon signed a deal with Chinese brand <a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/aaron-gordon-officially-signs-deal-with-361-301005611.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">361º</a> in 2020, and he’ll serve as the ambassador of their basketball division. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Aaron Gordon NBA Sneaker Contract</h2>
Gordon has been rocking 361º’s sneakers, ever since signing with the brand in 2020. After playing with a different edition during the 2020 season, Gordon received his signature kicks, the ‘361 AG1.’ 
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<td style="text-align: center">21</td>
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<td>
Unmarried (Dating <a href="https://www.whosdatedwho.com/dating/izabela-guedes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Izabela Guedes</a> ) 
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Children
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">-</td>
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<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">NBA Championship Rings</td>
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–
</td>
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Nationality
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">American</td>
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6 ft 8 in
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Weight
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<td style="text-align: center">235 lb (107 kg)</td>
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<td>
6 ft 10 in (2.13 m)
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</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to contact Aaron Gordon</h2>
Aaron Gordon Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aarongordon/?hl=en">aarongordon</a>
Aaron Gordon Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/double0ag?lang=en">@Double0AG</a>

Aaron Gordon

Aaron Gordon 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Aaron Gordon is a six-foot-nine forward who plays for Denver Nuggets in the NBA. Gordon was born on September 16, 1995, in San Jose, California, to Shelly and Ed Gordon. He was the fourth overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft.  Jun 7, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) and forward Aaron Gordon (50) react as they leave the game against the Phoenix Suns in the fourth quarter during game one in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Gordon’s father Ed played college basketball for San Diego State and his siblings Drew and Elise also took up the sport professionally. Gordon attended Archbishop Mitty High School in California, where he enjoyed an incredible final two seasons.  Gordon averaged 21.6 points as a senior and was selected to play in the McDonald’s All-American Game in 2013, where his 24 point performance earned him the MVP award.  The athletic forward then committed to play for the Arizona Wildcats, where he spent one year before declaring for the NBA Draft. Gordon averaged 12.4 points per game as a freshman and shot 49.5% from the field.  Gordon is currently unmarried, but he’s been dating Brazilian model Izabela Guedes since March 2020.  Aaron Gordon NBA Career Gordon was selected by the Orlando Magic with the fourth overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft. He evolved to become an integral part of the franchise since his rookie season with the team. Gordon averaged 9.2 points and 6.5 rebounds as a sophomore, but his numbers quickly went up in the subsequent years.  Dec 11, 2020; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) shoots between Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (15) and forward Cam Reddish (22) during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports The explosive forward helped the Magic reach the playoffs in 2019 and 2020, but they failed to get past the first round. Gordon participated in the 2020 Slam-Dunk Contest and finished runner-up behind Derrick Jones Jr. Then in the mid-season of 2020-21, the Magic traded Aaron to the Denver Nuggets in return for Gary Harris, RJ Hampton, and a protected 2025 first-round pick. In the 25 games for the Nuggets, the 6&#8217;8&#8243; forward averaged 12.4 points. Major Achievements Third-team All-American – SN (2014) First-team All-Pac-12 (2014) Pac-12 Freshman Player of the Year (2014) USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2013) McDonald&#8217;s All-American Game MVP (2013) First-team Parade All-American (2013) 2× California Mr. Basketball (2012, 2013) Aaron Gordon NBA Stats Aaron Gordon filled in as an effective playmaker for the Magic and then shifted to become a helping hand to the Nuggets. Here are his career stats updated till 2020-21 regular season:  Mar 30, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (50) corns the ball against Philadelphia 76ers guard Seth Curry (31) in the second quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports  G MP FG% FT% REB AST STL  BLK  PTS   453 28.5 .45 .695 6.3 2.5 0.8 0.6 12.7   Aaron Gordon Current Contract The Orlando Magic retained Gordon in 2018 by offering him a four-year $80,000,000. Later, the Nuggets gave him a 4-year $92 million extension to keep his services until 2025 and a player option for 2025-26. Aaron Gordon Net Worth and Endorsements Celebrity Net Worth estimates Aaron Gordon’s value at $4 million. Furthermore, his career earnings at the end of 2021 would be $76,368,892.  Gordon signed a deal with Chinese brand 361º in 2020, and he’ll serve as the ambassador of their basketball division.  Aaron Gordon NBA Sneaker Contract Gordon has been rocking 361º’s sneakers, ever since signing with the brand in 2020. After playing with a different edition during the 2020 season, Gordon received his signature kicks, the ‘361 AG1.’    Age 21  Marital Status Unmarried (Dating Izabela Guedes )    Children &#8211;  NBA Championship Rings –   Nationality American  Height 6 ft 8 in   Weight 235 lb (107 kg)  Wingspan 6 ft 10 in (2.13 m)   How to contact Aaron Gordon Aaron Gordon Instagram: aarongordon Aaron Gordon Twitter: @Double0AG

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Jamal Murray in 2024: Early Life, High School, NBA Draft, Contract Extension, Awards and Honors</h2>
Standing tall at 6 feet 4 inches, Jamal Murray showcases his talent as the point guard for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. Born on February 23, 1997, in Kitchener, Ontario, Murray was the seventh overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft. 

[caption id="attachment_517868" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-517868" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210117130555/2021-01-15T033112Z_1629062656_MT1USATODAY15435219_RTRMADP_3_NBA-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS-AT-DENVER-NUGGETS.jpg" alt="Denver Nuggets' Jamal Murray" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jan 14, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) dribbles the ball up court as Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (22) guards in the first quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Murray's parents, Sylvia (of Syrian descent) and Roger Murray (from Jamaica), have another son named Lamar, who is younger than the Nuggets star. The 27-year-old began playing basketball under his father's guidance initially. His father's influence was such that the young star attending the Grand River Collegiate Institute later transferred to Orangeville Prep, where his dad, Roger, was an assistant coach. Moreover, he and fellow prospect Thon Maker formed a duo that helped Orangeville Prep defeat many schools.

Talking about his high school days, Murray gained a massive reputation as a high-schooler and was named MVP in the 2013 Jordan Brand Classic, becoming the second Canadian, after Duane Notice, to win the award. Also, in the 2015 Nike Hoop Summit, Murray scored a game-high 30 points and was named the MVP. After high school, Murray committed to Kentucky, where he played one year for the Wildcats under coach John Calipari.

The point guard gained starting privileges as a freshman and <a href="https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/jamal-murray-1.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">averaged</a> 20.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 36 games. This feat of his, following his freshman season, earned him an All-American and All-SEC honor before declaring for the NBA draft.

Furthermore, Murray’s on-court success <a href="https://www.2kratings.com/jamal-murray" target="_blank" rel="noopener">has earned him</a> a decent rating of 87 by the creators of the latest NBA2K game. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Jamal Murray NBA Career</h2>
The Denver Nuggets picked Jamal Murray as the 7th overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft. He gradually rose through the ranks and cemented his place as a starting member of the roster. Moreover, on April 7, 2017, he scored a then career-high 30 points in a 122–106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Following this amazing performance, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team at the season's end.

After inspirational plays as a rookie and a sophomore, the Nuggets went all-out and offered Murray a max 5-year $170 million contract to the sharpshooter. 

Murray broke through during the 2019 season and elevated his performance. He averaged  18.2 points and 4.8 assists during the regular season and took the Nuggets to the second round of the playoffs for the first time since 2009. 

[caption id="attachment_501657" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-501657" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210103164713/2021-01-02T050334Z_68345594_MT1USATODAY15387073_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PHOENIX-SUNS-AT-DENVER-NUGGETS.jpg" alt="Jamal Murray of the Denver Nuggets" width="1920" height="1331" /> Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) shoots the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Success followed the following year as an inspired Nuggets team made it all the way to the conference finals in the 2020 NBA playoffs. Murray and Nikola Jokic guided the Nuggets past the LA Clippers team led by Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, a series that went till a Game 7. 

Murray put up a 40-point performance in the series decider and his wizardry sealed a historic comeback for the Nuggets, the only team to come back from two different 3-1 deficits in postseason history! Interestingly, that's not the only time Murray has created history.

He scored a career-high 50 points in a 120–103 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2021. In that game, he etched his name in the NBA record books, and that too twice! After becoming the first player in NBA history to score 50 points without attempting a free throw, he became the second player ever to score over 50 points while shooting above 80 percent from the field and three-point range. All this in a single game.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Injury and Comeback</h2>
In the same year (2021), Murray suffered a torn ACL on his left knee during a game against the Golden State Warriors. Later, the Nuggets announced Murray would be out indefinitely since he had to undergo surgery. 

Murray missed the entire 2021–22 campaign while recovering from his ACL tear. The absence of Murray proved costly for the Nuggets as they succumbed to a 5-game defeat against the Golden State Warriors in the playoffs.

More than a year later (18 months) Murray played in his first game, scoring 12 points in 26 minutes of playing time during a 123–102 loss to the Utah Jazz. However, in 2023, Murray scored a then-season-high 34 points in a 122–109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Later, he scored a season-high 41 points, along with five rebounds and seven assists in a 128–108 win over the Atlanta Hawks. Following that, in a game against the San Antonio Spurs, Murray made his 805th career three-pointer and surpassed Will Barton to become the all-time leader in three-pointers made in Nuggets history. His 172 three-pointer record was the fifth in franchise history. Talk about a comeback!
<h2 style="text-align: center">NBA Championship with Denver Nuggets</h2>
In Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals, Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic made some serious history. They became just the second pair of teammates ever to each drop at least 25 points and dished out 10 assists in an NBA Finals game. The only other duo to pull this off was Magic Johnson and James Worthy back in the 1987 Finals.

During Game 3, Murray posted a 30-point triple-double in a 109–94 win over the Heat. Moreover, he and Jokić became the first teammates in NBA history to record 30-point triple-doubles in the same game.

[caption id="attachment_3324602" align="aligncenter" width="4917"]<img class="wp-image-3324602 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/USATSI_23242359.jpg" alt="" width="4917" height="3278" /> May 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) and Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) look on during a free throw against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half during game three of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

He also became the first player in NBA history to put up at least 10 assists in each of his first four Finals games. That's not it, In Game 5, Murray led the team to a 94–89 win over the Heat which gave the Nuggets their first NBA championship in franchise history. Also, he averaged 21.4 points, and 10.0 assists per game in the Finals, joining the likes of Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, and LeBron James as the only players in NBA history to average at least 20 points and 10 assists per game in an NBA Finals series. After all, there's a reason he's called 'Blue Arrow' and is regarded as one of the greatest postseason and clutch performers in NBA history!
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements</h2>
NBA Champion (2023)

NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2017)

Third-team All-American – AP (2016)

First-team All-SEC (2016)

SEC All-Freshman Team (2016)

Nike Hoop Summit MVP (2015)

BioSteel All-Canadian MVP (2015)

Jordan Brand Classic International MVP (2013)
<h2 style="text-align: center">Jamal Murray Current Contract</h2>
Murray signed a max extension with the Nuggets in 2018 for 5 years. The deal earned a guaranteed sum of $158,253,000 and the point guard received $27M as salary in 2021. 

As of 2024, Murray signed a four-year, $208 million contract extension with the Nuggets.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Jamal Murray 2024 Net Worth and Endorsements</h2>
Murray scores big not only on the court but also financially! Loads of endorsements and the right financial choices have led Murray to a net worth of $25 Million. His recent financial choices have also helped him achieve this feat.

Moreover, the Nuggets guard has signed endorsement deals with Adidas, Western Union, Lyft, Express, and New Balance.
<h2 style="text-align: center">National Team Career</h2>
Murray represented Canada at the 2013 FIBA Americas Under-16 Championship in Uruguay. He was a standout player, averaging 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 2.4 steals per game, which helped the team snag a bronze medal.

Also, he played for the Canadian national team at the 2015 Pan American Games, helping the team win a silver medal.

Back in 2022, Murray agreed to a three-year commitment to play with the Canadian senior men's national team. He also helped Canada in its preparations for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. However, he missed the competition to recover from his championship-winning NBA season.

Moreover, he was named to Canada's roster for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
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<td style="text-align: center">24</td>
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Unmarried (Dating <a href="https://www.instagram.com/harperhempel/?hl=en">Harper Hempel</a>)
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Children
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<td style="text-align: center">–</td>
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<td style="text-align: center">NBA Championship Rings</td>
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–
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Nationality
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<td style="text-align: center">American</td>
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Height
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<td>
6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
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Weight
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">215 lb (98 kg)</td>
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<td style="text-align: center">Wingspan</td>
<td>
6 ft 5 in (1.99 m)
</td>
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</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to Contact Jamal Murray</h2>
Jamal Murray Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jmglitxh27/?hl=en"> jmglitxh27</a>
Jamal Murray Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/BeMore27?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">@BeMore27</a>

Jamal Murray

Jamal Murray in 2024: Early Life, High School, NBA Draft, Contract Extension, Awards and Honors Standing tall at 6 feet 4 inches, Jamal Murray showcases his talent as the point guard for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. Born on February 23, 1997, in Kitchener, Ontario, Murray was the seventh overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft.  Jan 14, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) dribbles the ball up court as Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (22) guards in the first quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports Murray&#8217;s parents, Sylvia (of Syrian descent) and Roger Murray (from Jamaica), have another son named Lamar, who is younger than the Nuggets star. The 27-year-old began playing basketball under his father&#8217;s guidance initially. His father&#8217;s influence was such that the young star attending the Grand River Collegiate Institute later transferred to Orangeville Prep, where his dad, Roger, was an assistant coach. Moreover, he and fellow prospect Thon Maker formed a duo that helped Orangeville Prep defeat many schools. Talking about his high school days, Murray gained a massive reputation as a high-schooler and was named MVP in the 2013 Jordan Brand Classic, becoming the second Canadian, after Duane Notice, to win the award. Also, in the 2015 Nike Hoop Summit, Murray scored a game-high 30 points and was named the MVP. After high school, Murray committed to Kentucky, where he played one year for the Wildcats under coach John Calipari. The point guard gained starting privileges as a freshman and averaged 20.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 36 games. This feat of his, following his freshman season, earned him an All-American and All-SEC honor before declaring for the NBA draft. Furthermore, Murray’s on-court success has earned him a decent rating of 87 by the creators of the latest NBA2K game.  Jamal Murray NBA Career The Denver Nuggets picked Jamal Murray as the 7th overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft. He gradually rose through the ranks and cemented his place as a starting member of the roster. Moreover, on April 7, 2017, he scored a then career-high 30 points in a 122–106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Following this amazing performance, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team at the season&#8217;s end. After inspirational plays as a rookie and a sophomore, the Nuggets went all-out and offered Murray a max 5-year $170 million contract to the sharpshooter.  Murray broke through during the 2019 season and elevated his performance. He averaged  18.2 points and 4.8 assists during the regular season and took the Nuggets to the second round of the playoffs for the first time since 2009.  Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) shoots the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports Success followed the following year as an inspired Nuggets team made it all the way to the conference finals in the 2020 NBA playoffs. Murray and Nikola Jokic guided the Nuggets past the LA Clippers team led by Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, a series that went till a Game 7.  Murray put up a 40-point performance in the series decider and his wizardry sealed a historic comeback for the Nuggets, the only team to come back from two different 3-1 deficits in postseason history! Interestingly, that&#8217;s not the only time Murray has created history. He scored a career-high 50 points in a 120–103 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2021. In that game, he etched his name in the NBA record books, and that too twice! After becoming the first player in NBA history to score 50 points without attempting a free throw, he became the second player ever to score over 50 points while shooting above 80 percent from the field and three-point range. All this in a single game. Injury and Comeback In the same year (2021), Murray suffered a torn ACL on his left knee during a game against the Golden State Warriors. Later, the Nuggets announced Murray would be out indefinitely since he had to undergo surgery. Murray missed the entire 2021–22 campaign while recovering from his ACL tear. The absence of Murray proved costly for the Nuggets as they succumbed to a 5-game defeat against the Golden State Warriors in the playoffs. More than a year later (18 months) Murray played in his first game, scoring 12 points in 26 minutes of playing time during a 123–102 loss to the Utah Jazz. However, in 2023, Murray scored a then-season-high 34 points in a 122–109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Later, he scored a season-high 41 points, along with five rebounds and seven assists in a 128–108 win over the Atlanta Hawks. Following that, in a game against the San Antonio Spurs, Murray made his 805th career three-pointer and surpassed Will Barton to become the all-time leader in three-pointers made in Nuggets history. His 172 three-pointer record was the fifth in franchise history. Talk about a comeback! NBA Championship with Denver Nuggets In Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals, Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic made some serious history. They became just the second pair of teammates ever to each drop at least 25 points and dished out 10 assists in an NBA Finals game. The only other duo to pull this off was Magic Johnson and James Worthy back in the 1987 Finals. During Game 3, Murray posted a 30-point triple-double in a 109–94 win over the Heat. Moreover, he and Jokić became the first teammates in NBA history to record 30-point triple-doubles in the same game. May 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) and Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) look on during a free throw against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half during game three of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports He also became the first player in NBA history to put up at least 10 assists in each of his first four Finals games. That&#8217;s not it, In Game 5, Murray led the team to a 94–89 win over the Heat which gave the Nuggets their first NBA championship in franchise history. Also, he averaged 21.4 points, and 10.0 assists per game in the Finals, joining the likes of Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, and LeBron James as the only players in NBA history to average at least 20 points and 10 assists per game in an NBA Finals series. After all, there&#8217;s a reason he&#8217;s called &#8216;Blue Arrow&#8217; and is regarded as one of the greatest postseason and clutch performers in NBA history! Major Achievements NBA Champion (2023) NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2017) Third-team All-American – AP (2016) First-team All-SEC (2016) SEC All-Freshman Team (2016) Nike Hoop Summit MVP (2015) BioSteel All-Canadian MVP (2015) Jordan Brand Classic International MVP (2013) Jamal Murray Current Contract Murray signed a max extension with the Nuggets in 2018 for 5 years. The deal earned a guaranteed sum of $158,253,000 and the point guard received $27M as salary in 2021.  As of 2024, Murray signed a four-year, $208 million contract extension with the Nuggets. Jamal Murray 2024 Net Worth and Endorsements Murray scores big not only on the court but also financially! Loads of endorsements and the right financial choices have led Murray to a net worth of $25 Million. His recent financial choices have also helped him achieve this feat. Moreover, the Nuggets guard has signed endorsement deals with Adidas, Western Union, Lyft, Express, and New Balance. National Team Career Murray represented Canada at the 2013 FIBA Americas Under-16 Championship in Uruguay. He was a standout player, averaging 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 2.4 steals per game, which helped the team snag a bronze medal. Also, he played for the Canadian national team at the 2015 Pan American Games, helping the team win a silver medal. Back in 2022, Murray agreed to a three-year commitment to play with the Canadian senior men&#8217;s national team. He also helped Canada in its preparations for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. However, he missed the competition to recover from his championship-winning NBA season. Moreover, he was named to Canada&#8217;s roster for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.   Age 24  Marital Status Unmarried (Dating Harper Hempel)   Children –  NBA Championship Rings –   Nationality American  Height  6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)   Weight 215 lb (98 kg)  Wingspan 6 ft 5 in (1.99 m)   How to Contact Jamal Murray Jamal Murray Instagram: jmglitxh27 Jamal Murray Twitter: @BeMore27

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Kentavious Caldwell-Pope 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is a 6’5” shooting guard who plays for the Washington Wizards in the NBA. The Georgia native was born on February 18, 1993, and entered the league in 2013 as the eighth overall pick in the draft. 

Caldwell-Pope attended Greenville High School in Georgia, where many projected him to be an exciting talent for the future. He put up terrific displays as a senior and averaged 31.0 points and 8.2 rebounds.

Consistent performance from the shooting guard earned him recognition, along with chances to play at the 2011 McDonald’s All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic. He committed to the University of Georgia after ranking as one of the nation’s finest shooting guards. 

[caption id="attachment_657487" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-657487" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-05-26T024202Z_1475854053_MT1USATODAY16147427_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-PHOENIX-SUNS.jpg" alt="Devin Booker drives in against Lakers in 2021 Playoff Game 2" width="1920" height="1428" /> May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (left) controls the ball against Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope during the first half in game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports| Courtesy: Reuters[/caption]

The Greenville alum impressed as a freshman at Georgia and was named to the Coaches' Freshman All-SEC Team alongside the likes of <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/anthony-davis/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Anthony Davis</a> and Bradley Beal. Caldwell-Pope vastly improved in his sophomore year and earned SEC Player of the Year Award with averages of 18.5 points and 7.1 rebounds and 2.0 steals per game. 

Caldwell-Pope decided to enter the NBA after his sophomore year and was picked eighth in the 2013 NBA Draft. The Detroit Pistons selected him and then a 20-year-old Caldwell Pope impressed in the Summer League by averaging 24.0 points in five games. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kentavious Caldwell-Pope NBA Career</h2>
As a rookie, Caldwell-Pope saw less than twenty minutes a game, but the 6’5” guard earned starting privileges in the Pistons’ roster. He averaged 14.5 points and 3.7 rebounds in 2016 but never made it past the regular season with the franchise. 

In a controversy, KCP was suspended without pay for two games by the NBA in relation to his arrest for suspicious drunken driving on March 29, 2017. The incident happened at Auburn Hills and per <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/2017/06/23/pistons-kentavious-caldwell-pope-suspended-pleading-guilty-dui/424878001/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">USA Today</a>: “Caldwell-Pope was stopped at 2:52 a.m. on March 29 after a parked officer tracked his 2015 Jeep Wrangler going 45 mph in a 25-mph zone, police records show.”

The Pistons shortly made him a free-agent on the market and the Los Angeles Lakers signed him up on a one-year contract. He was paid nearly $18 million and shortly into his Lakers career, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was handed a 25-day jail sentence after pleading guilty for his violation in March that year. 

The athlete was, however, given a work-release for games and practices, <a href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2750530-kentavious-caldwell-pope-serving-25-day-jail-sentence-while-playing-for-lakers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">provided</a> he wears a GPS monitor and completes a breathalyzer when he’s away from the facility. 

[caption id="attachment_523018" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-523018" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210121230602/2020-12-23T042635Z_784967868_MT1USATODAY15351808_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-2.jpg" alt="Lakers' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope" width="1920" height="1280" /> Dec 22, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (1) drives against LA Clippers guard Luke Kennard (5) in the second quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

His on-court life reaped him success in 2020 after he re-signed with the Lakers twice. The 27-year-old appeared in his maiden NBA finals series and conquered it with the Los Angeles Lakers. 

However, the Lake Show then packaged him towards the Washington Wizards to gain Russell Westbrook for their 2021-22 season. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements </h2>
NBA champion (2020)

SEC Player of the Year (2013)

First-team All-SEC (2013)

SEC All-Freshman Team (2012)

McDonald's All-American (2011)
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kentavious Caldwell-Pope NBA Stats</h2>
Caldwell-Pope has posted decent averages with the Pistons as well as the Lakers. He’s found a more supporting role with the Lakers now and comes off the bench with effect. In the 2020-21 season, <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/c/caldwke01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Caldwell-Pope</a> averaged 9.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Current Contract</h2>
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is currently the fourth best-paid player on the Wizards roster. He is set to make more than $27 million in the next two years and his contract will be fully guaranteed if not waived until June 28, 2022. The star is represented by Rich Paul of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klutchsports/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Klutch Sports,</a> who also manages LeBron James and Ben Simmons among others.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kentavious Caldwell-Pope 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements </h2>
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been in the league for several years and has signed lucrative contracts. His total salary earnings add up to $49,880,815, according to <a href="https://hoopshype.com/player/kentavious-caldwell-pope/salary/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HoopsHype</a>. Although there’s no solid number on his <a href="https://celebs.infoseemedia.com/kentavious-caldwell-pope/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NetWorth</a>, it might in the $50 million range.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Kentavious Caldwell-Pope NBA Sneaker Contract</h2>
Caldwell-Pope has been sporting Nike sneakers in his NBA career and dons several player editions too! He most recently played with Giannis’ signature ‘<a href="https://ballershoesdb.com/players/kentavious-caldwell-pope/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Nike Zoom Freak 1</a>,’ and he’s worn LeBron’s and Anthony Davis’ signature sneakers as well. 
<table style="height: 500px" width="519">
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<td>
Age
</td>
<td>
28
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Marital Status</td>
<td>
Married (McKenzie Caldwell-Pope)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Children
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">NBA Championship Rings</td>
<td>
1 (2020)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Nationality
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Height</td>
<td>
6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Weight
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">204lb (92 kg)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Wingspan</td>
<td>
6’8” (2.07 m)
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to contact Kentavious Caldwell-Pope</h2>
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/caldwellpope/?hl=en">caldwellpope</a>
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/CaldwellPope">@CaldwellPope</a>

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is a 6’5” shooting guard who plays for the Washington Wizards in the NBA. The Georgia native was born on February 18, 1993, and entered the league in 2013 as the eighth overall pick in the draft.  Caldwell-Pope attended Greenville High School in Georgia, where many projected him to be an exciting talent for the future. He put up terrific displays as a senior and averaged 31.0 points and 8.2 rebounds. Consistent performance from the shooting guard earned him recognition, along with chances to play at the 2011 McDonald’s All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic. He committed to the University of Georgia after ranking as one of the nation’s finest shooting guards.  May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (left) controls the ball against Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope during the first half in game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports| Courtesy: Reuters The Greenville alum impressed as a freshman at Georgia and was named to the Coaches&#8217; Freshman All-SEC Team alongside the likes of Anthony Davis and Bradley Beal. Caldwell-Pope vastly improved in his sophomore year and earned SEC Player of the Year Award with averages of 18.5 points and 7.1 rebounds and 2.0 steals per game.  Caldwell-Pope decided to enter the NBA after his sophomore year and was picked eighth in the 2013 NBA Draft. The Detroit Pistons selected him and then a 20-year-old Caldwell Pope impressed in the Summer League by averaging 24.0 points in five games.  Kentavious Caldwell-Pope NBA Career As a rookie, Caldwell-Pope saw less than twenty minutes a game, but the 6’5” guard earned starting privileges in the Pistons’ roster. He averaged 14.5 points and 3.7 rebounds in 2016 but never made it past the regular season with the franchise.  In a controversy, KCP was suspended without pay for two games by the NBA in relation to his arrest for suspicious drunken driving on March 29, 2017. The incident happened at Auburn Hills and per USA Today: “Caldwell-Pope was stopped at 2:52 a.m. on March 29 after a parked officer tracked his 2015 Jeep Wrangler going 45 mph in a 25-mph zone, police records show.” The Pistons shortly made him a free-agent on the market and the Los Angeles Lakers signed him up on a one-year contract. He was paid nearly $18 million and shortly into his Lakers career, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was handed a 25-day jail sentence after pleading guilty for his violation in March that year.  The athlete was, however, given a work-release for games and practices, provided he wears a GPS monitor and completes a breathalyzer when he’s away from the facility.  Dec 22, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (1) drives against LA Clippers guard Luke Kennard (5) in the second quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports His on-court life reaped him success in 2020 after he re-signed with the Lakers twice. The 27-year-old appeared in his maiden NBA finals series and conquered it with the Los Angeles Lakers. However, the Lake Show then packaged him towards the Washington Wizards to gain Russell Westbrook for their 2021-22 season.  Major Achievements  NBA champion (2020) SEC Player of the Year (2013) First-team All-SEC (2013) SEC All-Freshman Team (2012) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2011) Kentavious Caldwell-Pope NBA Stats Caldwell-Pope has posted decent averages with the Pistons as well as the Lakers. He’s found a more supporting role with the Lakers now and comes off the bench with effect. In the 2020-21 season, Caldwell-Pope averaged 9.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Current Contract Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is currently the fourth best-paid player on the Wizards roster. He is set to make more than $27 million in the next two years and his contract will be fully guaranteed if not waived until June 28, 2022. The star is represented by Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, who also manages LeBron James and Ben Simmons among others. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements  Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been in the league for several years and has signed lucrative contracts. His total salary earnings add up to $49,880,815, according to HoopsHype. Although there’s no solid number on his NetWorth, it might in the $50 million range. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope NBA Sneaker Contract Caldwell-Pope has been sporting Nike sneakers in his NBA career and dons several player editions too! He most recently played with Giannis’ signature ‘Nike Zoom Freak 1,’ and he’s worn LeBron’s and Anthony Davis’ signature sneakers as well.    Age  28  Marital Status Married (McKenzie Caldwell-Pope)   Children 3  NBA Championship Rings 1 (2020)   Nationality American  Height 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)   Weight 204lb (92 kg)  Wingspan 6’8” (2.07 m)   How to contact Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Instagram: caldwellpope Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Twitter: @CaldwellPope

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Who is Nikola Jokic?</h2>
28-year-old Nikola Jokic is a Serbian big man who plays for the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/denver-nuggets/">Denver Nuggets</a>. The 41st pick in the 2014 Draft is a 2x NBA MVP and 2023 NBA Champion. The father of one is also a devout horse racer, owning over a dozen horses in his home country that compete in professional races.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Early Life</h2>
Nikola Jokic was born on February 19, 1995, in Sombor, Serbia. The 'Joker' spent most of his early life in Serbia with his family. Nikola Jokic's father is Branislav Jokic, who is an agricultural engineer. Details about Jokic's mother are not public, so very little is known about her except that Nikola and his two older brothers were raised by their parents and their grandmother in a tiny apartment. The 2x NBA MVP started playing basketball with his brothers, Strahinja and Nemanja Jokic, at a very young age.

While Strahinja played professional basketball in Europe, Nemanja played college basketball in the US. Nikola developed a love for the game of basketball from a very young age, playing with his older brothers. After impressing many playing youth basketball, Jokic started playing in the Serbian professional league in 2012. He graduated high school, but he did not attend college.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Wife and Children</h2>
Jokic has been in a long-term relationship with his high school sweetheart, Natalija Jokic. Natalija played volleyball for the Florida Seminoles in 2o13. When Nikola Jokic moved to Denver in 2015, she relocated to live with him. The two later tied the knot on October 24th, 2020, in Sombor, their hometown. The couple welcomed their daughter Ognjena Jokic, in September 2021.

[caption id="attachment_1818053" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1818053" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-06-13T034237Z_360969664_MT1USATODAY20881601_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-MIAMI-HEAT-AT-DENVER-NUGGETS.jpg" alt="Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets" width="1920" height="1250" /> Jun 12, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver awards the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award to Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) after the Nuggets won the 2023 NBA Championship against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters[/caption]

The Jokics are a very closely knit and can be seen courtside during most home games. The 6x NBA All-Star is a family man and has multiple practices up his sleeve to drive home the importance of family. Notably, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-basketball-news-nikola-jokics-wholesome-ritual-in-the-presence-of-his-family-vs-celtics-makes-nba-fans-suggest-hes-winning-life/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jokic ties his wedding ring to his sneakers while playing</a> and also has an adorable hand gesture for his daughter who is courtside which relates to one of her favorite songs.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Net Worth 2024</h2>
Nikola Jokic reportedly has a net worth of around $50 million. The Serbian signed a <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-tennis-news-novak-djokovic-falls-thirty-one-million-short-of-fellow-serbian-star-nikola-jokic-despite-being-atps-two-thousand-twenty-three-highest-earner-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">massive $272 million contract extension</a> with the Denver Nuggets in 2022. With this improved contract, Jokic will earn around $47 million for the current season. So far, the towering center has amassed over $190 million in NBA salary. He also reportedly earns around $750,000 per year from his endorsement deals with companies like Nike, Panini, and Western Union.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokic's Career</h2>
Nikola Jokic initially started playing youth basketball with KK Vojvodina Srbijagas. As his performances improved, Jokic gained attention from some of the most popular teams in Serbia. Then in 2012, KK Mega Basket came calling and Jokic signed his first pro contract with the Belgrade-based team. However, he still mostly played for the junior team throughout the 2012-13 season to hone his skills. In the next season, Jokic received more game time from the senior team, grabbing the opportunity with both hands. In 2014, Nikola Jokic declared for the NBA draft.

The Denver Nuggets famously selected the 'Joker' as the 41st overall pick in the second round <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-nikola-jokic-draft-class-forty-players-and-a-taco-bell-commercial-overshadowed-two-time-mvps-big-night/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">during a commercial break for 'Taco Bell'</a>. The 6'11" center then returned to KK Mega Basket to continue his development. After another successful year in the Serbian League where he won the Adriatic League MVP Award, Jokic joined the Nuggets to pursue his NBA career in 2015. Jokic's versatility was evident right from the start in his rookie season.

He averaged 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game in his first season, playing 80 games and starting 55. The Nuggets' faith in the young star was also clear. Furthermore, his displays earned him a spot on the All-Rookie First Team. From there, Jokic progressed quickly, finishing his second year with 6 triple-doubles (4th highest that year) and a second place in the Most Improved Player race. The next season was when the 'Joker' established himself as a premier threat, recording the fastest triple-double in NBA history.

From 2019 onwards, Jokic has made the All-Star team for five straight years. He then became one of the best players in the league and won back-to-back NBA MVP honors in 2021 and 2022. Though he couldn't win three consecutive regular-season MVPs, Nikola Jokic compensated by winning the 2023 NBA Championship and Finals MVP Award instead. It was the Nuggets' first championship in franchise history. <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-basketball-news-hours-before-game-two-tip-off-nikola-jokic-eyes-a-thirty-nine-year-long-nba-finals-record-last-held-by-magic-johnson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">He became only the second player to post a triple-double on his NBA Finals debut</a>. Jokic is also leading the MVP race for the 2023-24 season while breaking into the top 4 on the list of career NBA triple-doubles.

[caption id="attachment_2557419" align="aligncenter" width="7008"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2557419" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-01-14T233146Z_502467131_MT1USATODAY22293363_RTRMADP_3_NBA-INDIANA-PACERS-AT-DENVER-NUGGETS.jpg" alt="Nikola JokiÄ‡" width="7008" height="4672" /> Jan 14, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) before the game against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The 6x All-Star has played in 645 regular season NBA games. In 2021, he dropped a regular season high of 50 points against the Sacramento Kings. He has also tallied regular-season highs of 16 assists and 27 rebounds.
<table style="border-collapse: collapse;width: 39.2857%;height: 72px">
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<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 20%;text-align: center;height: 24px">Regular season points</td>
<td style="width: 19.2857%;text-align: center;height: 24px">13,421 (20.7 ppg)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 20%;height: 24px;text-align: center">Regular season rebounds</td>
<td style="width: 19.2857%;text-align: center;height: 24px">6,905 (10.7 rpg)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 20%;height: 24px;text-align: center">Regular season assists</td>
<td style="width: 19.2857%;text-align: center;height: 24px">4,425 (6.8 apg)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Nikola Jokic dropped his playoff high in Game 4 of the 2023 Western Conference Semifinals, scoring 53 points in a loss against the Phoenix Suns. He is also the only player in NBA history to have multiple games with 30+ points, 20+ rebounds, and 10+ assists in the postseason. Jokic has played in 68 playoff games.
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<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 20%;height: 24px;text-align: center">Postseason points</td>
<td style="width: 19.2857%;height: 24px;text-align: center">1,869 (27.5 ppg)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 20%;height: 24px;text-align: center">Postseason rebounds</td>
<td style="width: 19.2857%;height: 24px;text-align: center">820 (12.1 rpg)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 20%;height: 24px;text-align: center">Postseason assists</td>
<td style="width: 19.2857%;height: 24px;text-align: center">496 (7.3 apg)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokicâ€™s Contracts </h2>
Upon his entry to the league, the second-rounder signed a 3-year $4.1 million contract. In 2018, the Denver Nuggets signed Nikola Jokic to a five-year contract extension worth $147 million. During the same, he would win back-to-back regular season MVP Awards and help the team to the Western Conference Finals. He then signed an impressive five-year $272 million contract extension in 2022, which was the most expensive deal at the time it was signed. The much-improved package is expected to earn him an average annual salary of $54 million until 2028, with the last year featuring a player option. In total, including his incentives, the 9-season NBA center has earned $198,124,795 through his contracts.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokicâ€™s Partnerships and Endorsements</h2>
Nikola Jokic has secured endorsement deals with major brands such as Nike, Western Union, Somborac, Panini and 361 Degrees. Even though Jokic has been arguably the best player in the league winning two straight NBA MVP awards, he is yet to have his own signature shoe. Late in 2023, the Serbian star didn't extend his Nike contract and instead signed with Chinese shoe company 361 Degrees. He has also featured in recent ads for 'Hotels.com' alongside his teammate Peyton Watson and his former NBA Finals opponent, Jimmy Butler.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Investments</h2>
Nikola Jokic invested over $3 million in NFTs. However, the investment didn't pay dividends as their value has plummeted by over 70%. Apart from cryptocurrency, Jokic has also invested in real estate. The 2023 NBA Finals MVP purchased 3 homes for an estimated $12 million, choosing to lease out two of them.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokicâ€™s Records</h2>
<ul>
 	<li>First NBA player with at least 10 triple-doubles recorded for 7 straight seasons</li>
 	<li>Most triple-doubles in a single postseason</li>
 	<li>Third NBA player to record 500 points, 200 rebounds, and 150 assists in a single postseason (after Magic Johnson and LeBron James)</li>
 	<li>Third NBA player to record 40 points, 25+ rebounds, and 10 assists in a game (after Elgin Baylor and Wilt Chamberlain)</li>
 	<li>Fastest triple-double in an NBA game (14 minutes, 33 seconds)</li>
 	<li>Only NBA player to tally at least 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 500 assists in a single season</li>
 	<li>Most assists by a player in their NBA Finals debut (14)</li>
 	<li>Second player in NBA history to record a triple-double in their NBA Finals debut (after Jason Kidd)</li>
 	<li>Second player in NBA history to record 4 consecutive triple-doubles in the same postseason (after Wilt Chamberlain)</li>
 	<li>Most triple-doubles by a center in NBA history</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokic's Major Achievements and Awards</h2>
<ul>
 	<li>NBA champion (2023)</li>
 	<li>NBA Finals MVP (2023)</li>
 	<li>2Ã— NBA Most Valuable Player (2021, 2022)</li>
 	<li>6Ã— NBA All-Star (2019â€“2024)</li>
 	<li>3Ã— All-NBA First Team (2019, 2021, 2022)</li>
 	<li>2Ã— All-NBA Second Team (2020, 2023)</li>
 	<li>NBA All-Rookie First Team (2016)</li>
 	<li>3Ã— Serbian Player of the Year (2018, 2021, 2022)</li>
 	<li>ABA League MVP (2015)</li>
 	<li>ABA League Top Prospect (2015)</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokic's Charity and Foundation</h2>
Nikola Jokic is generous in giving back to the community. His latest act of philanthropy was reportedly for the LuBird's Light Foundation. In 2019, Jokic and Jamal Murray attended a charity ping pong event to raise funds for building accessible playgrounds through the LuBird Foundation. He also made a significant donation to a medical center in his hometown, Sombor to help fight against the coronavirus.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokicâ€™s Shoe Deal</h2>
Nike signed Nikola Jokic in 2015 but never created a signature line for the 2x NBA MVP. He wore different sneakers like the Hyperdunk, Zoom Rize and the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Jumps during his stint with Nike. However, in December 2023, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-ditching-nike-nikola-jokic-follows-aaron-gordon-into-nine-hundred-ninety-million-worth-chinese-brand/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the 'Joker' signed a multi-year deal with Chinese footwear brand 361 Degrees</a>. The 21-year-old company has already begun work on Jokic's first signature shoe. In the meantime, the Denver Nuggets star has been taking to the court in the Big3 Future High.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokic's House</h2>
Nikola Jokic reportedly owns a $2.4 million mansion in Denver, Colorado. The Serbian purchased the property in 2019 after signing his lucrative contract extension in 2018.Â  In late 2021, Jokic also purchased a 12,271-square-foot mansion in Cherry Hills, Colorado for $4.5 million. The property includes a 12-seat home theater, a pool house, a gym, and guest apartments. The Joker has also been building a house across 5 plots of land in his native Sombor, Serbia. After signing in the NBA, Jokic also purchased his first expensive horse. By 2024, he owns over a dozen horses that are competing across Europe through Jokic's stable.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Rings</h2>
Nikola Jokic led the Denver Nuggets to their first NBA championship in the 2022-23 season. In a 5 game series against the Miami Heat, the 'Joker' averaged 30.2 points, 14.0 rebounds and 7.2 assists to win his first and only NBA ring. He was also awarded the Finals MVP trophy for his historic performance. Jokic tallied at least a double-double in each of the 5 games and recorded 2 triple-doubles during his first NBA Finals series.

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokic's Car Collection </h2>
Like a lot of popular athletes, Nikola Jokic also owns an impressive car collection. The NBA superstar reportedly has luxury cars such as the Lamborghini Aventador S, Porsche-Mansory Panamera 4S, GMC Yukon Denali, Lamborghini Urus, and the Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 Brabus 800 SUV. Furthermore, he has also been seen driving a Lamborghini Huracan.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Nikola Jokic's Social Media Accounts</h2>
Nikola Jokic is not active on any social media.
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<td>Full Name</td>
<td>Nikola JokiÄ‡</td>
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<td>Popular Name</td>
<td>Nikola JokiÄ‡</td>
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<td>Date of Birth</td>
<td>19th February, 1995</td>
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<td>Birth Place</td>
<td>Sombor, Serbia, FR Yugoslavia</td>
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<td>Age</td>
<td>28</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>6 feet 11 inches</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>284 lb</td>
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<td>Parents</td>
<td>Branislav Jokic (Father)
Nikolina Jokic (Mother)</td>
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<td>Siblings</td>
<td>Strahinja Jokic (Brother)
Nemanja Jokic (Brother)</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>Serbian</td>
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<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>Serbian</td>
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<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$50 Million</td>
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<td>Salary</td>
<td>$47.6 Million</td>
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<td>Spouse</td>
<td>Natalija MaÄeÅ¡iÄ‡ (Wife)</td>
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<td>Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
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<td>Children</td>
<td>1</td>
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<td>Profession</td>
<td>Basketball Player</td>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>Denver Nuggets</td>
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<td>Rings</td>
<td>1</td>
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Nikola Jokic

Who is Nikola Jokic? 28-year-old Nikola Jokic is a Serbian big man who plays for the Denver Nuggets. The 41st pick in the 2014 Draft is a 2x NBA MVP and 2023 NBA Champion. The father of one is also a devout horse racer, owning over a dozen horses in his home country that compete in professional races. Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Early Life Nikola Jokic was born on February 19, 1995, in Sombor, Serbia. The &#8216;Joker&#8217; spent most of his early life in Serbia with his family. Nikola Jokic&#8217;s father is Branislav Jokic, who is an agricultural engineer. Details about Jokic&#8217;s mother are not public, so very little is known about her except that Nikola and his two older brothers were raised by their parents and their grandmother in a tiny apartment. The 2x NBA MVP started playing basketball with his brothers, Strahinja and Nemanja Jokic, at a very young age. While Strahinja played professional basketball in Europe, Nemanja played college basketball in the US. Nikola developed a love for the game of basketball from a very young age, playing with his older brothers. After impressing many playing youth basketball, Jokic started playing in the Serbian professional league in 2012. He graduated high school, but he did not attend college. Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Wife and Children Jokic has been in a long-term relationship with his high school sweetheart, Natalija Jokic. Natalija played volleyball for the Florida Seminoles in 2o13. When Nikola Jokic moved to Denver in 2015, she relocated to live with him. The two later tied the knot on October 24th, 2020, in Sombor, their hometown. The couple welcomed their daughter Ognjena Jokic, in September 2021. Jun 12, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver awards the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award to Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) after the Nuggets won the 2023 NBA Championship against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters The Jokics are a very closely knit and can be seen courtside during most home games. The 6x NBA All-Star is a family man and has multiple practices up his sleeve to drive home the importance of family. Notably, Jokic ties his wedding ring to his sneakers while playing and also has an adorable hand gesture for his daughter who is courtside which relates to one of her favorite songs. Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Net Worth 2024 Nikola Jokic reportedly has a net worth of around $50 million. The Serbian signed a massive $272 million contract extension with the Denver Nuggets in 2022. With this improved contract, Jokic will earn around $47 million for the current season. So far, the towering center has amassed over $190 million in NBA salary. He also reportedly earns around $750,000 per year from his endorsement deals with companies like Nike, Panini, and Western Union. Nikola Jokic&#8217;s Career Nikola Jokic initially started playing youth basketball with KK Vojvodina Srbijagas. As his performances improved, Jokic gained attention from some of the most popular teams in Serbia. Then in 2012, KK Mega Basket came calling and Jokic signed his first pro contract with the Belgrade-based team. However, he still mostly played for the junior team throughout the 2012-13 season to hone his skills. In the next season, Jokic received more game time from the senior team, grabbing the opportunity with both hands. In 2014, Nikola Jokic declared for the NBA draft. The Denver Nuggets famously selected the &#8216;Joker&#8217; as the 41st overall pick in the second round during a commercial break for &#8216;Taco Bell&#8217;. The 6&#8217;11&#8221; center then returned to KK Mega Basket to continue his development. After another successful year in the Serbian League where he won the Adriatic League MVP Award, Jokic joined the Nuggets to pursue his NBA career in 2015. Jokic&#8217;s versatility was evident right from the start in his rookie season. He averaged 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game in his first season, playing 80 games and starting 55. The Nuggets&#8217; faith in the young star was also clear. Furthermore, his displays earned him a spot on the All-Rookie First Team. From there, Jokic progressed quickly, finishing his second year with 6 triple-doubles (4th highest that year) and a second place in the Most Improved Player race. The next season was when the &#8216;Joker&#8217; established himself as a premier threat, recording the fastest triple-double in NBA history. From 2019 onwards, Jokic has made the All-Star team for five straight years. He then became one of the best players in the league and won back-to-back NBA MVP honors in 2021 and 2022. Though he couldn&#8217;t win three consecutive regular-season MVPs, Nikola Jokic compensated by winning the 2023 NBA Championship and Finals MVP Award instead. It was the Nuggets&#8217; first championship in franchise history. He became only the second player to post a triple-double on his NBA Finals debut. Jokic is also leading the MVP race for the 2023-24 season while breaking into the top 4 on the list of career NBA triple-doubles. Jan 14, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) before the game against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports The 6x All-Star has played in 645 regular season NBA games. In 2021, he dropped a regular season high of 50 points against the Sacramento Kings. He has also tallied regular-season highs of 16 assists and 27 rebounds.  Regular season points 13,421 (20.7 ppg)  Regular season rebounds 6,905 (10.7 rpg)  Regular season assists 4,425 (6.8 apg)  Nikola Jokic dropped his playoff high in Game 4 of the 2023 Western Conference Semifinals, scoring 53 points in a loss against the Phoenix Suns. He is also the only player in NBA history to have multiple games with 30+ points, 20+ rebounds, and 10+ assists in the postseason. Jokic has played in 68 playoff games.  Postseason points 1,869 (27.5 ppg)  Postseason rebounds 820 (12.1 rpg)  Postseason assists 496 (7.3 apg)  Nikola Jokicâ€™s Contracts Upon his entry to the league, the second-rounder signed a 3-year $4.1 million contract. In 2018, the Denver Nuggets signed Nikola Jokic to a five-year contract extension worth $147 million. During the same, he would win back-to-back regular season MVP Awards and help the team to the Western Conference Finals. He then signed an impressive five-year $272 million contract extension in 2022, which was the most expensive deal at the time it was signed. The much-improved package is expected to earn him an average annual salary of $54 million until 2028, with the last year featuring a player option. In total, including his incentives, the 9-season NBA center has earned $198,124,795 through his contracts. Nikola Jokicâ€™s Partnerships and Endorsements Nikola Jokic has secured endorsement deals with major brands such as Nike, Western Union, Somborac, Panini and 361 Degrees. Even though Jokic has been arguably the best player in the league winning two straight NBA MVP awards, he is yet to have his own signature shoe. Late in 2023, the Serbian star didn&#8217;t extend his Nike contract and instead signed with Chinese shoe company 361 Degrees. He has also featured in recent ads for &#8216;Hotels.com&#8217; alongside his teammate Peyton Watson and his former NBA Finals opponent, Jimmy Butler. Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Investments Nikola Jokic invested over $3 million in NFTs. However, the investment didn&#8217;t pay dividends as their value has plummeted by over 70%. Apart from cryptocurrency, Jokic has also invested in real estate. The 2023 NBA Finals MVP purchased 3 homes for an estimated $12 million, choosing to lease out two of them. Nikola Jokicâ€™s Records First NBA player with at least 10 triple-doubles recorded for 7 straight seasons Most triple-doubles in a single postseason Third NBA player to record 500 points, 200 rebounds, and 150 assists in a single postseason (after Magic Johnson and LeBron James) Third NBA player to record 40 points, 25+ rebounds, and 10 assists in a game (after Elgin Baylor and Wilt Chamberlain) Fastest triple-double in an NBA game (14 minutes, 33 seconds) Only NBA player to tally at least 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 500 assists in a single season Most assists by a player in their NBA Finals debut (14) Second player in NBA history to record a triple-double in their NBA Finals debut (after Jason Kidd) Second player in NBA history to record 4 consecutive triple-doubles in the same postseason (after Wilt Chamberlain) Most triple-doubles by a center in NBA history Nikola Jokic&#8217;s Major Achievements and Awards NBA champion (2023) NBA Finals MVP (2023) 2Ã— NBA Most Valuable Player (2021, 2022) 6Ã— NBA All-Star (2019â€“2024) 3Ã— All-NBA First Team (2019, 2021, 2022) 2Ã— All-NBA Second Team (2020, 2023) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2016) 3Ã— Serbian Player of the Year (2018, 2021, 2022) ABA League MVP (2015) ABA League Top Prospect (2015) Nikola Jokic&#8217;s Charity and Foundation Nikola Jokic is generous in giving back to the community. His latest act of philanthropy was reportedly for the LuBird&#8217;s Light Foundation. In 2019, Jokic and Jamal Murray attended a charity ping pong event to raise funds for building accessible playgrounds through the LuBird Foundation. He also made a significant donation to a medical center in his hometown, Sombor to help fight against the coronavirus. Nikola Jokicâ€™s Shoe Deal Nike signed Nikola Jokic in 2015 but never created a signature line for the 2x NBA MVP. He wore different sneakers like the Hyperdunk, Zoom Rize and the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Jumps during his stint with Nike. However, in December 2023, the &#8216;Joker&#8217; signed a multi-year deal with Chinese footwear brand 361 Degrees. The 21-year-old company has already begun work on Jokic&#8217;s first signature shoe. In the meantime, the Denver Nuggets star has been taking to the court in the Big3 Future High. Nikola Jokic&#8217;s House Nikola Jokic reportedly owns a $2.4 million mansion in Denver, Colorado. The Serbian purchased the property in 2019 after signing his lucrative contract extension in 2018.Â  In late 2021, Jokic also purchased a 12,271-square-foot mansion in Cherry Hills, Colorado for $4.5 million. The property includes a 12-seat home theater, a pool house, a gym, and guest apartments. The Joker has also been building a house across 5 plots of land in his native Sombor, Serbia. After signing in the NBA, Jokic also purchased his first expensive horse. By 2024, he owns over a dozen horses that are competing across Europe through Jokic&#8217;s stable. Â Nikola Jokicâ€™s Rings Nikola Jokic led the Denver Nuggets to their first NBA championship in the 2022-23 season. In a 5 game series against the Miami Heat, the &#8216;Joker&#8217; averaged 30.2 points, 14.0 rebounds and 7.2 assists to win his first and only NBA ring. He was also awarded the Finals MVP trophy for his historic performance. Jokic tallied at least a double-double in each of the 5 games and recorded 2 triple-doubles during his first NBA Finals series. Nikola Jokic&#8217;s Car Collection Like a lot of popular athletes, Nikola Jokic also owns an impressive car collection. The NBA superstar reportedly has luxury cars such as the Lamborghini Aventador S, Porsche-Mansory Panamera 4S, GMC Yukon Denali, Lamborghini Urus, and the Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 Brabus 800 SUV. Furthermore, he has also been seen driving a Lamborghini Huracan. Nikola Jokic&#8217;s Social Media Accounts Nikola Jokic is not active on any social media.  Full Name Nikola JokiÄ‡  Popular Name Nikola JokiÄ‡  Date of Birth 19th February, 1995  Birth Place Sombor, Serbia, FR Yugoslavia  Age 28  Height 6 feet 11 inches  Weight 284 lb  Parents Branislav Jokic (Father) Nikolina Jokic (Mother)  Siblings Strahinja Jokic (Brother) Nemanja Jokic (Brother)  Nationality Serbian  Ethnicity Serbian  Net Worth $50 Million  Salary $47.6 Million  Spouse Natalija MaÄeÅ¡iÄ‡ (Wife)  Relationship/Marital Status Married  Children 1  Profession Basketball Player  Team Denver Nuggets  Rings 1

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