“In five years, Paul George will be the best player to come out of this draft”. This is what Marc J. Spears from Yahoo! Sports predicted just two days before the 2010 draft. Well, 15 seasons in, he might not be “the best” for various reasons including injuries, but he is for sure “one of the best players”. Growing up in the heart of California, George fearlessly chose the path of NBA greatness.

As a teen, Paul spent hours perfecting his shot, unaware his future would include NBA stardom. His hard work paid off, but to get there, it required a balance between personal challenges and professional triumphs.

Fast forwarding his story – the summer of 2024 was a big one. Firstly, Paul George was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers by the LA Clippers, and he chose to pay tribute to the local Philly boy. Oh yes, we are talking about the legendary Kobe Bryant. Jersey #8! Adding such an emotional touch to his journey with the Philly side made it even more special!

George signed a four-year, $211.6 million deal in July 2024, making him one of the league’s top-paid players. His first year with the Sixers, which is 2024-25, will be a cap hit of $49.2 million. Now this marks a significant portion of the team’s salary cap, but it underscores his importance to the franchise. Over the next few years, in the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons, he will earn $51.7 million and $54.1 million, respectively. Now that’s a huge rise! This deal also comes with a player option. It will activate in 2027, which allows him the flexibility to opt out. This gives him control over his future should the 76ers or his career aspirations change.

While Paul George is 34, it may raise questions about his long-term viability. But the deal speaks volumes about the confidence the Sixers have in him. George, known for his two-way prowess and ability to perform in high-pressure situations, leadership, and skill, is an answer to the doubters. So, with the deal spanning multiple seasons, he will continue his attempts to win his first NBA title!

How many millions has Paul George earned from his NBA paychecks?

Paul George is easily one of the best NBA players. Launching from a promising start in college, he entered the 2010 NBA Draft as a standout prospect, selected 10th overall by the Pacers. The hoopster’s salary trajectory since then has mirrored his growth as a player.

Over the years, he has built a reputation that is hard to describe in words! In his first season (2010-11), he earned just over $2M, a modest paycheck for a rookie. But as he developed into an All-Star with the Pacers, his salary began to climb, or rather launch.

By the 2014-15 campaign, the hoopster’s annual earnings surpassed $15 million, a sign of the Pacers’ commitment to him, as ‘the face’ of their franchise. However, then came the time for some change.

The Indiana side traded Paul George to the Thunder, where he continued making a handsome paycheck. His peak years came when he was traded to the LA Clippers in 2019, forming a dynamic duo with Kawhi Leonard. His salary ballooned to around $33 million in his first season with the Steve Ballmer-led side and has remained high ever since.

In 2023-24, Paul George hit a jackpot.

Yes, a jackpot of $45.6 million, solidifying his place among the NBA’s highest-paid players! So far, George has accumulated upwards of $350 million in total NBA earnings! And when we include his endorsements, it goes beyond a staggering $365 million.

Through his time with the Pacers, Thunder, and Clippers, he has remained a committed leader and a top-tier player. His ability to earn these contracts speaks in favor of his talent, work ethic, and the trust teams placed in him.