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Despite being only 29 years old, Kelly Oubre Jr. has experienced a mix of team cultures in his now 10 years in the league. His journey began with the Washington Wizards. That’s where Oubre’s toughness was on display, leading to several meaningful moves. That reputation remains intact and now his job may be the hardest.

Oubre is expected to have a large role on the Philadelphia 76ers, a team marred by injuries. Because of his two-way ability and the skill to shoot the ball, Kelly Oubre Jr. is considered to be a vital component for a title-contending team. For Philly, who made a move for Paul George to reach such a status, the dynamic guard comes as a necessity.

However, do you ever wonder with an organization that asks so much from him considering the recurring injuries to their ace Joel Embiid, how much does Oubre earn? Well, you have come to the right place to find out. Let’s take a look at his contract with the Philadelphia 76ers and his NBA journey.

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Kelly Oubre Jr. current contract

After two great seasons with the Charlotte Hornets, the shooting guard came into the lens of the Philadelphia 76ers. He had the traits to propel the team. Oubre plays great defense and was coming off one of his best-scoring seasons. Hence, the Sixers didn’t waste much time. In 2023, they first signed him to a one-year $2.8 million deal as a free agent.

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In his first year with the franchise, Kelly Oubre Jr. fit well with the tandem of Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. Hence, in the offseason, the front office offered him a larger sum to keep him for a few more years. He signed a two-year $16.3 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers in the offseason. His current salary is $7.9 million.

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Kelly Oubre Jr.’s career earning

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Now playing in his 10th season in the league, the 29-year-old is a certified veteran. While Kelly Oubre Jr. never leaped becoming a superstar-caliber guard, several teams saw his potential. In particular, his time with the Phoenix Suns led to him becoming one of the coveted free agents in the following seasons.

With the Suns, he signed a two-year $30 million extension, the most lucrative contract Oubre has signed in his career. Likewise, with now a decade in the NBA, Kelly Oubre Jr. has also made an astounding figure in salaries alone. As of this season, he has made $73, 726, 455 according to Sportrac considering his fully guaranteed deal with the Sixers.

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Outside of the NBA, Kelly Oubre Jr. signed a first-of-its-kind sneaker deal with Converse. With his fashion earning great acclaim, he endorses Converse for its lifestyle apparel. As for on-court, the 76ers wing naturally sports Nike sneakers. With such key partnerships, Kelly Oubre Jr. has amassed a healthy net worth. According to recent sources, his net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.

Still young and flourishing in the NBA, Oubre Jr. still has a long career in the league. Furthermore, there is also potential for him to one day get into the fashion business. Hence, this is far from the end for the 29-year-old.

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