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<h2><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Austin Reaves Net Worth 2023 (Updated)</span></h2>
<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Auston Reaves started his NBA journey with humble beginnings. With every trip to the line, he gained media attention, ultimately making him a static piece in the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/">Los Angeles Lakers</a> lineup. Currently, Austin Reaves boasts a net worth ranging from 2 to 3 million dollars. However, thanks to his new contract, his net worth is poised for a significant boost in the near future.</span>

[caption id="attachment_1621799" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1621799" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-03-18T055128Z_1972993987_MT1USATODAY20259061_RTRMADP_3_NBA-DALLAS-MAVERICKS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Austin Reaves" width="1920" height="1280" /> Mar 17, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) reacts after scoring the basket and drawing he foul against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Primarily, Reaves's net worth is built upon his NBA contracts. Initially, he secured a 2-year deal with the Lakers, which came with a salary of $1.6 million. In 2023, Reaves has been offered a massive 4-year contract worth $53,827,872, potentially catapulting his net worth to new heights.</span>
<h2><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Austin Reaves' early life</span></h2>
<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Reaves was born on May 29, 1998, to a hooper couple. His love affair with the game began at Cedar Ridge High School in Cedar Ridge, Arkansas. As a high schooler, he quickly rose to become Arkansas' sensation. Making it to the All-State team three times, he dropped a high 73-point game against Forrest City High School in triple overtime. In his senior year, he averaged a mind-boggling 32.5 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game. Furthermore, he led his squad to a Class 3A state championship and was named MVP of the tournament after dropping 43.3 points PPG across four games.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Fast forward to college, Reaves decided to take his talents to Wichita State in 2016. He picked Shockers over other suitors like South Dakota State and Arkansas State. However, it was not at all smooth sailing. Reaves had to undergo surgery due to a torn labrum in his left shoulder, which bothered him since high school. Soon after dropping 7 threes in a single half for Wichita State, Reaves decided to transfer to the University of Oklahoma.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Finding himself a fit in Oklahoma, Reaves propelled through every challenge. In one of his best games, Reaves scored a career-high 41 points, while carrying his team to a 19-point second-half comeback and sealing the deal with a buzzer-beater. As a redshirt junior, Reaves earned a spot on the Big 12 All-Newcomer Team. In his senior year, he landed on the prestigious First Team All-Big 12. Soon, Reaves declared for the 2021 NBA draft on March 31, waving goodbye to his remaining college eligibility.</span>
<h2><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Austin Reaves's family and personal life</span></h2>
<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Austin Reaves is the offspring of Nicole Wilkett and Brian Reaves and might be the reason behind Austin's on-court brilliance. Both his parents had illustrious college basketball careers at Arkansas State. His mother, in her senior year, averaged nearly 21.3 points per game and earned all-conference honors. On the other hand, his father left his mark by tying for third place in the program's history with 384 career assists. Adding to the basketball legacy in his family, Reaves' brother, Spencer, also played college basketball. He hooped for North Greenville and Central Missouri before embarking on a professional career of his own.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">An interesting facet of Reaves's background is his German heritage through his grandmother. This lineage enabled him to secure a German passport in 2022. In his free time, Reaves dedicates his time to being around his family. As of now, Austin skillfully divides his time between a farm in Newark and his father's residence in Batesville, a mere 10-minute drive away.</span>
<h2><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Austin Reaves NBA Career</span></h2>
<span data-preserver-spaces="true">As the 2021 NBA draft commenced, Austin Reaves wanted to do things his way. Reaves opted not to be selected by the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/detroit-pistons/">Detroit Pistons</a>, who had the 42nd overall pick, choosing instead to go undrafted. Instead, he signed a two-way contract with the Lakers on August 3, 2021. A few weeks later, Reaves got a 2-year standard contract from the Lakers.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Reaves made his much-anticipated NBA debut on October 22, 2021, coming off the bench. Soon, Reaves was presented with opportunities to display his caliber. On December 15, 2021, Reaves scored 15 points with a game-winning three. In a grand finale of his rookie season, Reaves notched his first career triple-double of 31/16/10. Similarly, slowly and steadily, Reaves imbibed himself into the culture of modern-day Lakers. Despite multiple roster changes and a year-long struggle, Reaves found his fit in the Lakers' offense.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Reaves's outstanding rookie year earned him catchy nicknames like "Hillbilly Kobe" and "AR-15,". However, he has expressed a desire to move past these monikers. After the 2022-2023 season, Reaves is now not only a starter but also a centerpiece in the Lakers' offense.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Due to his NBA performances, Reaves has recently had international basketball experience in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. While Reaves initially was interested in playing for Germany, he ultimately chose to join the USA World Cup team.</span>
<h2><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Austin Reaves NBA career stats</span></h2>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">125</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Regular season points per game</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">10.2</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Regular season rebounds per game</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">3.1</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Regular season assists per game</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">2.6</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Playoff games played</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">16</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Postseason points per game</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">16.9</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Postseason rebounds per game</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">4.4</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">4.6</td>
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<h2><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Austin Reaves Investment and Endorsements</span></h2>
<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Despite remaining undrafted in 2021, Reaves managed to land a multi-year shoe deal. He signed a contract with a Chinese company, Rigorer. The deal is projected to land him a million annually. While doing so, Reaves became Rigorer's very first NBA endorser.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Recently, the brand dropped Reaves' very first signature shoe, the AR1. The initial release was limited to just 2,000 pairs worldwide.</span>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Austin Tyler Reaves</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-numberformat="{">May 29, 1998</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Newark, Arkansas, U.S.</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">197 lb (89 kg)</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Parents</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">Nicole Wilkett and Brian Reaves</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Siblings</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">Spencer Reaves</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">German/American</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">American</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Net Worth</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">$2-3 Million</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Nearly $14 Million</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">None</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Single</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">None</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Profession</td>
<td data-sheets-value="{">Basketball player</td>
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<td data-sheets-value="{">Los Angeles Lakers</td>
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Austin Reaves

Austin Reaves Net Worth 2023 (Updated) Auston Reaves started his NBA journey with humble beginnings. With every trip to the line, he gained media attention, ultimately making him a static piece in the Los Angeles Lakers lineup. Currently, Austin Reaves boasts a net worth ranging from 2 to 3 million dollars. However, thanks to his new contract, his net worth is poised for a significant boost in the near future. Mar 17, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) reacts after scoring the basket and drawing he foul against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports Primarily, Reaves&#8217;s net worth is built upon his NBA contracts. Initially, he secured a 2-year deal with the Lakers, which came with a salary of $1.6 million. In 2023, Reaves has been offered a massive 4-year contract worth $53,827,872, potentially catapulting his net worth to new heights. Austin Reaves&#8217; early life Reaves was born on May 29, 1998, to a hooper couple. His love affair with the game began at Cedar Ridge High School in Cedar Ridge, Arkansas. As a high schooler, he quickly rose to become Arkansas&#8217; sensation. Making it to the All-State team three times, he dropped a high 73-point game against Forrest City High School in triple overtime. In his senior year, he averaged a mind-boggling 32.5 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game. Furthermore, he led his squad to a Class 3A state championship and was named MVP of the tournament after dropping 43.3 points PPG across four games. Fast forward to college, Reaves decided to take his talents to Wichita State in 2016. He picked Shockers over other suitors like South Dakota State and Arkansas State. However, it was not at all smooth sailing. Reaves had to undergo surgery due to a torn labrum in his left shoulder, which bothered him since high school. Soon after dropping 7 threes in a single half for Wichita State, Reaves decided to transfer to the University of Oklahoma. Finding himself a fit in Oklahoma, Reaves propelled through every challenge. In one of his best games, Reaves scored a career-high 41 points, while carrying his team to a 19-point second-half comeback and sealing the deal with a buzzer-beater. As a redshirt junior, Reaves earned a spot on the Big 12 All-Newcomer Team. In his senior year, he landed on the prestigious First Team All-Big 12. Soon, Reaves declared for the 2021 NBA draft on March 31, waving goodbye to his remaining college eligibility. Austin Reaves&#8217;s family and personal life Austin Reaves is the offspring of Nicole Wilkett and Brian Reaves and might be the reason behind Austin&#8217;s on-court brilliance. Both his parents had illustrious college basketball careers at Arkansas State. His mother, in her senior year, averaged nearly 21.3 points per game and earned all-conference honors. On the other hand, his father left his mark by tying for third place in the program&#8217;s history with 384 career assists. Adding to the basketball legacy in his family, Reaves&#8217; brother, Spencer, also played college basketball. He hooped for North Greenville and Central Missouri before embarking on a professional career of his own. An interesting facet of Reaves&#8217;s background is his German heritage through his grandmother. This lineage enabled him to secure a German passport in 2022. In his free time, Reaves dedicates his time to being around his family. As of now, Austin skillfully divides his time between a farm in Newark and his father&#8217;s residence in Batesville, a mere 10-minute drive away. Austin Reaves NBA Career As the 2021 NBA draft commenced, Austin Reaves wanted to do things his way. Reaves opted not to be selected by the Detroit Pistons, who had the 42nd overall pick, choosing instead to go undrafted. Instead, he signed a two-way contract with the Lakers on August 3, 2021. A few weeks later, Reaves got a 2-year standard contract from the Lakers. Reaves made his much-anticipated NBA debut on October 22, 2021, coming off the bench. Soon, Reaves was presented with opportunities to display his caliber. On December 15, 2021, Reaves scored 15 points with a game-winning three. In a grand finale of his rookie season, Reaves notched his first career triple-double of 31/16/10. Similarly, slowly and steadily, Reaves imbibed himself into the culture of modern-day Lakers. Despite multiple roster changes and a year-long struggle, Reaves found his fit in the Lakers&#8217; offense. Reaves&#8217;s outstanding rookie year earned him catchy nicknames like &#8220;Hillbilly Kobe&#8221; and &#8220;AR-15,&#8221;. However, he has expressed a desire to move past these monikers. After the 2022-2023 season, Reaves is now not only a starter but also a centerpiece in the Lakers&#8217; offense. Due to his NBA performances, Reaves has recently had international basketball experience in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. While Reaves initially was interested in playing for Germany, he ultimately chose to join the USA World Cup team. Austin Reaves NBA career stats    Regular season games played 125    Regular season points per game 10.2    Regular season rebounds per game 3.1    Regular season assists per game 2.6    Playoff games played 16    Postseason points per game 16.9    Postseason rebounds per game 4.4    Postseason assists per game 4.6  Austin Reaves Investment and Endorsements Despite remaining undrafted in 2021, Reaves managed to land a multi-year shoe deal. He signed a contract with a Chinese company, Rigorer. The deal is projected to land him a million annually. While doing so, Reaves became Rigorer&#8217;s very first NBA endorser. Recently, the brand dropped Reaves&#8217; very first signature shoe, the AR1. The initial release was limited to just 2,000 pairs worldwide.    Full Name Austin Tyler Reaves  Popular Name Austin Reaves  Birth Date May 29, 1998  Birth Place Newark, Arkansas, U.S.  Height 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)  Weight 197 lb (89 kg)  Parents Nicole Wilkett and Brian Reaves  Siblings Spencer Reaves  Nationality German/American  Ethnicity American  Net Worth $2-3 Million  Salary Nearly $14 Million  Spouse None  Relationship/Marital Status Single  Children None  Profession Basketball player  Team Los Angeles Lakers

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

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<h2>Russell Westbrook: Net worth, salary, and endorsements</h2>
Russell Westbrook was born on November 12, 1988, in Long Beach, California. NBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 2017 was named after his father. Russell has a younger brother named Raynard and married Nina Earl in 2015. Currently, 'Russ' plays for the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/">Los Angeles Lakers</a>.

He started his <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/">NBA</a> career in 2008 when the Seattle SuperSonics (which later became Oklahoma City Thunder) drafted him as the fourth overall pick. He rose as a superstar while playing for the Thunder. Westbrook won the MVP award in 2017 when he averaged a triple-double for the season. He also set a record for the most triple-doubles in a season, with 42.

However, he was traded to Houston Rockets prior to the 2019/20 season. While his start with the Rockets was decent, injuries and questionable fit meant that Brodie ended up with a disappointing season.

[caption id="attachment_900442" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-900442" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-01-18T044844Z_782777261_MT1USATODAY17523169_RTRMADP_3_NBA-UTAH-JAZZ-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Russell Westbrook" width="1920" height="1322" /> Jan 17, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) was given a technical foul for his reaction after a dunk over Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) in the first half of the game at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Westbrook was traded again to the Washington Wizards. While the 2017 MVP did help the Wizards to the playoffs, both the parties agreed to part ways. Before the start of the 2021-22 season, Brodie was traded to his hometown team, Los Angeles Lakers.

While huge things were expected of the star trio of Westbrook, LeBron James, and Anthony Davis, it turned out to be a remarkably disastrous season for the Lakers as they failed to qualify for the Playoffs.

Westbrook has also represented the US national team twice, winning gold medals in the 2010 FIBA World Championship and the 2012 Olympics. Moreover, Westbrook plays at the point guard position and wears jersey No.0.
<h2><strong>Russell Westbrook and Los Angeles Lakers</strong></h2>
After a decent season with the Wizards, rumors of Westbrook's potential departure started swirling. As the dust settled it was clear that Westbrook was on his way out, but his destination was not set.

Just as the market opened up, it was the Lakers who reportedly had a trade for sharpshooter Buddy Hield. But these rumors were immediately squashed as the Purple and Gold swept in for Westbrook. Trading away Kyle Kuzma, Montrezl Harrell and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and multiple picks, the Lakers added a third superstar in Westbrook.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-763168" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Russell-Westbrook-Lakers-2.jpg" alt="" width="897" height="540" />

Brodie joined a stacked roster led by the duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. However, injuries to both Davis and James didn't allow the team to build chemistry. Westbrook bore the brunt of the criticism as the Lakers failed to clinch a Playoff spot.

Although he showed sparks of brilliance, Westbrook was inconsistent under Frank Vogel. His public spat with the head coach didn't do the franchise any favors.

According to reports, the Lakers have tried to trade Westbrook away throughout the offseason. However, Russ seems set to enter the 2022-23 season donning the purple and gold.
<h2>Major on-court achievements</h2>
NBA Most Valuable Player (2017)

9× NBA All-Star (2011–2013, 2015–2020)

2× NBA All-Star Game MVP (2015, 2016)

2× All-NBA First Team (2016, 2017)

5× All-NBA Second Team (2011–2013, 2015, 2018)

2× All-NBA Third Team (2019, 2020)

2× NBA scoring champion (2015, 2017)

3× NBA assists leader (2018, 2019, 2021)

NBA All-Rookie First Team (2009)

NBA 75th Anniversary Team
<h2><strong>Russell Westbrook stats</strong></h2>
Having played 1021 games in his NBA career, Westbrook has averaged 22.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 8.4 assists.

After averaging a triple-double 3 seasons out of 4 before joining the Lakers, Brodie <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/westbru01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">averaged</a> 18.5 points 7.4 rebounds, and 7.1 assists per game in 78 games played in 2021-22.
<h2>Russell Westbrook net worth</h2>
Overall, according to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/russell-westbrook-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity net worth</a> the net worth of Russell Westbrook is estimated at around $200 million.

According to <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/russell-westbrook/?sh=5e3199052f40" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forbes</a>, Brodie was the 11th highest-paid athlete in the world earning $79.2 million in 2022.

[caption id="attachment_900446" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-900446 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-01-20T062648Z_1052742237_MT1USATODAY17532735_RTRMADP_3_NBA-INDIANA-PACERS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Russell Westbrook" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jan 19, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) shoots against Indiana Pacers guard Chris Duarte (3) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2>Russell Westbrook's contract details</h2>
In 2017, Westbrook signed one of the largest contracts in NBA history, worth <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-lakers/russell-westbrook-6141/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$205 million</a> over five years, with the OKC Thunder.

For the 2022-23 season, Brodie will earn a whooping <span class="cap info" title="" data-original-title=""><a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-lakers/cap/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$47,063,478</a> even exceeding the likes of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, and easily the highest salary in the Lakers' lineup. </span>
<h2>Endorsements by Russell Westbrook</h2>
Westbrook presumably signed the largest contract in the Jordan Brand history when he signed an extension in 2017. A year later, he got his own signature shoe. Apart from Nike, he endorses top brands like PepsiCo, True Religion and Samsung. His earnings from endorsements contribute to around <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/russell-westbrook/?sh=4c66cf202f40" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$35 million</a> of his total earnings.
<h2><strong>Russell Westbrook foundation and charity</strong></h2>
Westbrook founded the 'Russell Westbrook Why Not?' Foundation in 2012, with an aim to inspire the lives of children. The foundation, according to its website, <em>"is dedicated to supporting community-based education and family service programs while encouraging youth to believe in themselves."</em>

Westbrook has also contributed to various charitable causes through his foundation. A couple of months ago, he stated that helping the ones in need was way more important to him than winning a ring.
<h2><strong>How to contact Russell Westbrook</strong></h2>
<strong>Russell Westbrook's Twitter: </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/russwest44">https://twitter.com/russwest44</a>

<strong> Russell Westbrook's Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/russwest44/">https://www.instagram.com/russwest44/</a>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Married</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Wife</strong></td>
<td width="319">Nina Earl</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Kids</strong></td>
<td width="319">Noah Russell, Skye, Jordyn</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Team</strong></td>
<td width="319">Los Angeles Lakers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Rings</strong></td>
<td width="319">Nil</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td width="319">6′ 3″ (2.01 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td width="319">91 kg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td width="319">2.03 m</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Shoes</strong></td>
<td width="319">Jordan</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="319">Nike, PepsiCo, Samsung electronics, true religion apparel</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook: Net worth, salary, and endorsements Russell Westbrook was born on November 12, 1988, in Long Beach, California. NBA&#8217;s Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 2017 was named after his father. Russell has a younger brother named Raynard and married Nina Earl in 2015. Currently, &#8216;Russ&#8217; plays for the Los Angeles Lakers. He started his NBA career in 2008 when the Seattle SuperSonics (which later became Oklahoma City Thunder) drafted him as the fourth overall pick. He rose as a superstar while playing for the Thunder. Westbrook won the MVP award in 2017 when he averaged a triple-double for the season. He also set a record for the most triple-doubles in a season, with 42. However, he was traded to Houston Rockets prior to the 2019/20 season. While his start with the Rockets was decent, injuries and questionable fit meant that Brodie ended up with a disappointing season. Jan 17, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) was given a technical foul for his reaction after a dunk over Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) in the first half of the game at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports Westbrook was traded again to the Washington Wizards. While the 2017 MVP did help the Wizards to the playoffs, both the parties agreed to part ways. Before the start of the 2021-22 season, Brodie was traded to his hometown team, Los Angeles Lakers. While huge things were expected of the star trio of Westbrook, LeBron James, and Anthony Davis, it turned out to be a remarkably disastrous season for the Lakers as they failed to qualify for the Playoffs. Westbrook has also represented the US national team twice, winning gold medals in the 2010 FIBA World Championship and the 2012 Olympics. Moreover, Westbrook plays at the point guard position and wears jersey No.0. Russell Westbrook and Los Angeles Lakers After a decent season with the Wizards, rumors of Westbrook&#8217;s potential departure started swirling. As the dust settled it was clear that Westbrook was on his way out, but his destination was not set. Just as the market opened up, it was the Lakers who reportedly had a trade for sharpshooter Buddy Hield. But these rumors were immediately squashed as the Purple and Gold swept in for Westbrook. Trading away Kyle Kuzma, Montrezl Harrell and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and multiple picks, the Lakers added a third superstar in Westbrook. Brodie joined a stacked roster led by the duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. However, injuries to both Davis and James didn&#8217;t allow the team to build chemistry. Westbrook bore the brunt of the criticism as the Lakers failed to clinch a Playoff spot. Although he showed sparks of brilliance, Westbrook was inconsistent under Frank Vogel. His public spat with the head coach didn&#8217;t do the franchise any favors. According to reports, the Lakers have tried to trade Westbrook away throughout the offseason. However, Russ seems set to enter the 2022-23 season donning the purple and gold. Major on-court achievements NBA Most Valuable Player (2017) 9× NBA All-Star (2011–2013, 2015–2020) 2× NBA All-Star Game MVP (2015, 2016) 2× All-NBA First Team (2016, 2017) 5× All-NBA Second Team (2011–2013, 2015, 2018) 2× All-NBA Third Team (2019, 2020) 2× NBA scoring champion (2015, 2017) 3× NBA assists leader (2018, 2019, 2021) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2009) NBA 75th Anniversary Team Russell Westbrook stats Having played 1021 games in his NBA career, Westbrook has averaged 22.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 8.4 assists. After averaging a triple-double 3 seasons out of 4 before joining the Lakers, Brodie averaged 18.5 points 7.4 rebounds, and 7.1 assists per game in 78 games played in 2021-22. Russell Westbrook net worth Overall, according to Celebrity net worth the net worth of Russell Westbrook is estimated at around $200 million. According to Forbes, Brodie was the 11th highest-paid athlete in the world earning $79.2 million in 2022. Jan 19, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) shoots against Indiana Pacers guard Chris Duarte (3) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports Russell Westbrook&#8217;s contract details In 2017, Westbrook signed one of the largest contracts in NBA history, worth $205 million over five years, with the OKC Thunder. For the 2022-23 season, Brodie will earn a whooping $47,063,478 even exceeding the likes of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, and easily the highest salary in the Lakers&#8217; lineup.  Endorsements by Russell Westbrook Westbrook presumably signed the largest contract in the Jordan Brand history when he signed an extension in 2017. A year later, he got his own signature shoe. Apart from Nike, he endorses top brands like PepsiCo, True Religion and Samsung. His earnings from endorsements contribute to around $35 million of his total earnings. Russell Westbrook foundation and charity Westbrook founded the &#8216;Russell Westbrook Why Not?&#8217; Foundation in 2012, with an aim to inspire the lives of children. The foundation, according to its website, &#8220;is dedicated to supporting community-based education and family service programs while encouraging youth to believe in themselves.&#8221; Westbrook has also contributed to various charitable causes through his foundation. A couple of months ago, he stated that helping the ones in need was way more important to him than winning a ring. How to contact Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook&#8217;s Twitter: https://twitter.com/russwest44  Russell Westbrook&#8217;s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russwest44/  Age 33  Marital Status Married  Wife Nina Earl  Kids Noah Russell, Skye, Jordyn  Nationality American  Team Los Angeles Lakers  Rings Nil  Height 6′ 3″ (2.01 m)  Weight 91 kg  Wingspan 2.03 m  Shoes Jordan  Endorsements Nike, PepsiCo, Samsung electronics, true religion apparel

Cavaliers? Kevin Love Cancels LeBron James? Wedding Invitation After Getting Posterized vs. Lakers

Kevin Love says he won’t invite LeBron James to his wedding