James Wiseman is one of the most exciting prospects in the NBA this year. He went to the Golden State Warriors [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/golden-state-warriors/] as the second overall pick in the 2020 draft. At 7’1″, Wiseman adds significant size to a Warriors team that lacks a proper big-man. For many, Wiseman is one of the best selections in the NBA draft this year. Wiseman [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/james-wiseman/] played college basketball for the University of Memphis. However, he only played a total of three games for the team, due to several issues with regards to his eligibility. There were accusations of tampering, as Memphis coach and former NBA great Penny Hardaway allegedly paid a fee to sponsor his move to Memphis. James Wiseman [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/james-wiseman-1.jpg] Eventually, Wiseman got permission to play again, after the disagreeing parties reached for a compromise. The NCAA allowed Wiseman to return to the season, on the condition that he serves a 12-game suspension and pay a fine. In his brief stint with Memphis, Wiseman averaged 19 points [https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/james-wiseman-1.html], 10 rebounds, and 3 blocks. By December of 2019, he decided to leave the University of Memphis and declared himself eligible for the 2020 NBA Draft. However, his draft selection was delayed severely due to the pandemic. JAMES WISEMAN – BEST PLAYER FROM 2020 CLASS IN FIVE YEARS James Wiseman [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/jameswiseman.jpeg] Wiseman impressed all scouts and teams during his pre-draft workout. In fact, the Minnesota Timberwolves [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/minnesota-timberwolves/] wanted to draft him with the number one overall pick, but Wiseman made it clear that he didn’t want to join the Timberwolves. This was due to the presence of Karl-Anthony Towns on the team, as he plays at the same position as the Memphis alum. Eventually, the Golden State Warriors selected him as the number two pick in the 2020 NBA Draft and it looks to be a solid addition to a Warriors team that has historically lacked depth. Wiseman adds a whole new dimension to their squad as he isn’t just a selection for the current team, but a talent for the future as well. A recently conducted poll [https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/warriors/nba-gms-pick-james-wiseman-rookie-who-will-be-best-five-years] asked NBA’s GMs who they think will be the best player out of the 2020 Rookie class, five years from now. 36% of the General Managers chose James Wiseman as their favorite and the one who’d be the most improved among his fellow draftees. However, the GMs believe Hornets’ LaMelo Ball is destined to win the Rookie Of The Year award in 2021. It remains to be seen what kind of season the Warriors and Wiseman will have in 2021. If Wiseman manages to record an impactful season, he stands a solid chance to win the ROY award. 

James Wiseman is one of the most exciting rookies in 2020. And now, NBA GMs
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<h2 style="text-align: center">Golden State Warriors</h2>
<h2>History</h2>
The Golden State Warriors was founded in 1946 as the Philadelphia Warriors by then-owner Peter A. Tyrrell. The Warriors were one of the founding members of the Basketball Association of America and won the inaugural championship during the 1946-47 season. The team then again clinched the title in the 1955-56 season.

In 1962, new majority owner Franklin Mieuli relocated the Warriors to the San Francisco Bay Area, and the team was renamed the San Francisco Warriors. After another ownership change, the team started playing most of its home games in Oakland. Before the start of the 1971-72 season, the team adopted the name Golden State Warriors.

<img class="aligncenter wp-image-255974 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200423163445/nba_goldenstatewarriors.jpg" alt="Golden State Warriors" width="600" height="319" />
<h2>Who is the owner of the Golden State Warriors?</h2>
The current majority owner of the Warriors is Joseph Steven Lacob, who is a businessman. Interestingly, he initially became a minority owner of the Boston Celtics in 2006. Then, in 2010, Lacob with minority owner Peter Guber bought the Warriors for $450 million from Chris Cohan. This required Lacob to sell his share of the Celtics. Lacob is not just an owner - he is a massive fan. Notably, he had been a Warriors' season ticket holder for over a decade before he purchased the team.

Lacob reportedly has an estimated net worth of $4 billion. He came from quite humble beginnings and couldn't afford college because of his family's financial constraints. So, he had to take a year off and work for the money for college. Lacob became a serial entrepreneur and reportedly invested in over 50 start-ups, of which around 30 were quite successful. His biggest financial success was when he was a partner in Kleiner Parkins. He then started his own business in 1987 after leaving Kleiner Parkins.
<h2>Who is the General Manager of the Golden State Warriors?</h2>
The Warriors are without a General Manager for the time being after Bob Myers stepped down from the role of President and GM in May 2023. Myers has been an integral part of the Warriors during his 12 years in the management. He played a huge role in the team's success in recent years, overseeing the onboarding of some of the most important players - Draymond Green, Kevin Durant and Andrew Wiggins, among others. He was also instrumental in the extension of superstars Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson.
<h2>Team sponsors</h2>
The Golden State Warriors signed a three-year $20 million-per-year jersey sponsorship deal with Rakuten in 2017. This deal became the biggest jersey sponsorship deal in the NBA at the time. After renewing the contract in 2021, the Warriors then extended the deal recently in 2022, reportedly for $40 million annually. Some of the other major sponsors of the Dubs are Verizon, Clorox, Betway, Biofreeze, DoorDash and Fanatics.
<h2>Golden State Warriors roster</h2>
<table style="height: 729px" width="485">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Curry</td>
<td>Point Guard</td>
<td>35</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Klay Thompson</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draymond Green</td>
<td>Power Forward</td>
<td>33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Wiggins</td>
<td>Small Forward</td>
<td>28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jordan Poole</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andre Iguodala</td>
<td>Forward</td>
<td>39</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Donte DiVincenzo</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Kuminga</td>
<td>Power Forward</td>
<td>20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevon Looney</td>
<td>Forward</td>
<td>27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gary Payton II</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JaMychal Green</td>
<td>Forward</td>
<td>32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Baldwin Jr.</td>
<td>Forward</td>
<td>20</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Read More: <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/klay-thompsons-family-all-you-need-to-know-about-his-mother-father-brothers-and-girlfriend/" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Klay Thompson’s Family | All You Need to Know About His Mother, Father, Brothers and Girlfriend</a>
<h2>Achievements and wins</h2>
The Golden State Warriors are the third most successful team in the NBA with 7 championships. The Dubs are behind the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers who have 17 titles each. The Dubs surpassed the Chicago Bulls with 6 titles after clinching their 7th ring in 2020. Even though they are far off from the Celtics and the Lakers, the Warriors were the first-ever champions. They won the title in the inaugural BAA season in 1946-47 led by basketball legend Joe Fulks. The NBA considers this an official title since the Warriors were one of the founding members of the BAA which then evolved into the NBA in 1948.

After a dry spell, the Warriors were again crowned champions of the 1955-56 season. This was followed by almost two decades of disappointment without a ring. Finally, the Dubs won the title in 1974-75 with the help of legends Rick Barry and Jamaal Wilkes.

After winning the division title in 1976, the Dubs had a lengthy drought of around four decades. They performed poorly for the most part of the 40 years and had just glimpses of hope here and there. Finally, things changed for the better in the early 2010s. In the 2009 NBA draft, the Warriors selected Stephen Curry as the 7th overall pick. Very few imagined that he would be one of the key factors behind the success of the team in coming future.

[caption id="attachment_886554" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-886554 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-01-10T023650Z_101241996_MT1USATODAY17481107_RTRMADP_3_NBA-CLEVELAND-CAVALIERS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors" width="1920" height="1236" /> Jan 9, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) gets a congratulatory handshake from teammate Stephen Curry (30) after making a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters[/caption]

After minor setbacks and some injuries, Curry hit the ground running. The front office also made some smart moves that made the team stronger. Also, the addition of NBA legend Steve Kerr as the head coach was a huge step in the right direction. Curry and Klay Thompson became one of the best duos in the league. Draymond Green soon became one of the best defenders too. Furthermore, Green's versatility allowed Kerr to use smaller lineups which helped the team massively. The Warriors built a great team with role players like Andre Iguodala, Shaun Livingston and Harrison Barnes.

With the ascension of Curry as the back-to-back MVP, the Warriors won the title in 2015. After a disappointing finish in 2016, the team acquired superstar Kevin Durant. This further strengthened the team leading to two straight titles in 2017 and 2018. But the Dubs missed the opportunity to win three straight after losing to the Toronto Raptors in the 2019 Finals. Curry and the Warriors went on to beat all odds when they clinched the ring in 2022 against the Boston Celtics.
<h2>Key players and coaches</h2>
The Warriors have been fortunate to have had some incredible basketball stars and coaches on their team over the years. They have had Hall of Fame head coaches like Don Nelson, George Karl, Alex Hannum and Steve Kerr. The Dubs have retired the jerseys of legends Al Attles (#16), Tom Meschery (#14), Wilt Chamberlain (#13), Nate Thurmond (#42), Rick Barry (#24) and Chris Mullin (#17) so far.

Notably, All-Time Great Chamberlain made multiple records during his time with the Warriors. He was considered the greatest Warrior of all time by many until the arrival of Stephen Curry.

Read More: <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-golden-state-warriors-stephen-curry-everything-there-is-to-know-about-his-wife-children-and-family/" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Stephen Curry: Everything There Is to Know About His Wife, Children and Family</a>

Now, Curry is a franchise leader in a variety of different categories and has also led the team to four championships. The Warriors are expected to retire the jerseys of current stars Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Andre Iguodala in the future for their role in their title runs.
<h2>Rivalry with Cleveland Cavaliers</h2>
The rivalry between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers is fairly new, starting when they clashed in four straight Finals from 2015 to 2018. Things started to heat up when the teams first faced each other in the 2015 NBA Finals. The Cavaliers led by LeBron James were no match for the Warriors with Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Andre Iguodala. The Dubs clinched the title 4-2 and Iguodala won the Finals MVP for his all-round performance.

The next year, the Warriors set a new regular season win record with 73 wins and 9 losses. They broke the previous record of 72-10 set by the iconic Chicago Bulls team. So the pressure began mounting on the Warriors to win the title. In the Finals, the Dubs once again met familiar foes, the Cavaliers. The Warriors had a quick start and led the series 3-1.

Interestingly, no team had ever won the title after trailing 3-1 in the Finals. But James, Kyrie Irving and their team did not quit. They took it one game at a time and started winning. This put immense pressure on the Warriors. The rivalry between the two reached an all-time high by game-7 in which the Cavs ultimately prevailed and lifted the trophy.

After the disappointing loss, the Warriors added more firepower to the lineup with superstar Kevin Durant. The team seemed unstoppable throughout the season and playoffs and again made the Finals. The Dubs wanted revenge and did just that by clinching the title 4-1 against the Cavs in 2017. The following year, the Warriors and Cavs faced off once again on the ultimate stage. This time, the Cavs had no answer as the Warriors swept them easily to win their second straight ring.
<h2>Warriors nicknamed ‘Dubs’</h2>
The Warriors are nicknamed the Dubs. According to reports, fans shortened the Warriors to “W’s” and then even shorter to “Dubs". However, the Warriors have certainly earned their nickname winning four titles in the last seven years.
<h2>Warriors on social media</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/warriors/?hl=en">@warriors</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a href="https://twitter.com/warriors/?lang=kn">@warriors</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a href="https://www.facebook.com/warriors/">@warriors</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Website</td>
<td><a href="https://www.nba.com/warriors/">https://www.nba.com/warriors/</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
&nbsp;
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Founded </td>
<td>1946</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Owner</td>
<td>Joe Lacob</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>President</td>
<td>Brandon Schneider</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conference</td>
<td>West</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>General Manager</td>
<td>NA</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Head Coach</td>
<td>Steve Kerr</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sponsors</td>
<td>Rakuten, Verizon, DoorDash, etc.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arena</td>
<td>Chase Center</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Championships</td>
<td>7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conference Titles</td>
<td>7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Division Titles</td>
<td>12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Team Value</td>
<td>$7 Billion</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Golden State Warriors

Golden State Warriors History The Golden State Warriors was founded in 1946 as the Philadelphia Warriors by then-owner Peter A. Tyrrell. The Warriors were one of the founding members of the Basketball Association of America and won the inaugural championship during the 1946-47 season. The team then again clinched the title in the 1955-56 season. In 1962, new majority owner Franklin Mieuli relocated the Warriors to the San Francisco Bay Area, and the team was renamed the San Francisco Warriors. After another ownership change, the team started playing most of its home games in Oakland. Before the start of the 1971-72 season, the team adopted the name Golden State Warriors. Who is the owner of the Golden State Warriors? The current majority owner of the Warriors is Joseph Steven Lacob, who is a businessman. Interestingly, he initially became a minority owner of the Boston Celtics in 2006. Then, in 2010, Lacob with minority owner Peter Guber bought the Warriors for $450 million from Chris Cohan. This required Lacob to sell his share of the Celtics. Lacob is not just an owner &#8211; he is a massive fan. Notably, he had been a Warriors&#8217; season ticket holder for over a decade before he purchased the team. Lacob reportedly has an estimated net worth of $4 billion. He came from quite humble beginnings and couldn&#8217;t afford college because of his family&#8217;s financial constraints. So, he had to take a year off and work for the money for college. Lacob became a serial entrepreneur and reportedly invested in over 50 start-ups, of which around 30 were quite successful. His biggest financial success was when he was a partner in Kleiner Parkins. He then started his own business in 1987 after leaving Kleiner Parkins. Who is the General Manager of the Golden State Warriors? The Warriors are without a General Manager for the time being after Bob Myers stepped down from the role of President and GM in May 2023. Myers has been an integral part of the Warriors during his 12 years in the management. He played a huge role in the team&#8217;s success in recent years, overseeing the onboarding of some of the most important players &#8211; Draymond Green, Kevin Durant and Andrew Wiggins, among others. He was also instrumental in the extension of superstars Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. Team sponsors The Golden State Warriors signed a three-year $20 million-per-year jersey sponsorship deal with Rakuten in 2017. This deal became the biggest jersey sponsorship deal in the NBA at the time. After renewing the contract in 2021, the Warriors then extended the deal recently in 2022, reportedly for $40 million annually. Some of the other major sponsors of the Dubs are Verizon, Clorox, Betway, Biofreeze, DoorDash and Fanatics. Golden State Warriors roster  Stephen Curry Point Guard 35  Klay Thompson Shooting Guard 33  Draymond Green Power Forward 33  Andrew Wiggins Small Forward 28  Jordan Poole Shooting Guard 23  Andre Iguodala Forward 39  Donte DiVincenzo Shooting Guard 26  Jonathan Kuminga Power Forward 20  Kevon Looney Forward 27  Gary Payton II Shooting Guard 30  JaMychal Green Forward 32  Patrick Baldwin Jr. Forward 20  Read More: Klay Thompson’s Family | All You Need to Know About His Mother, Father, Brothers and Girlfriend Achievements and wins The Golden State Warriors are the third most successful team in the NBA with 7 championships. The Dubs are behind the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers who have 17 titles each. The Dubs surpassed the Chicago Bulls with 6 titles after clinching their 7th ring in 2020. Even though they are far off from the Celtics and the Lakers, the Warriors were the first-ever champions. They won the title in the inaugural BAA season in 1946-47 led by basketball legend Joe Fulks. The NBA considers this an official title since the Warriors were one of the founding members of the BAA which then evolved into the NBA in 1948. After a dry spell, the Warriors were again crowned champions of the 1955-56 season. This was followed by almost two decades of disappointment without a ring. Finally, the Dubs won the title in 1974-75 with the help of legends Rick Barry and Jamaal Wilkes. After winning the division title in 1976, the Dubs had a lengthy drought of around four decades. They performed poorly for the most part of the 40 years and had just glimpses of hope here and there. Finally, things changed for the better in the early 2010s. In the 2009 NBA draft, the Warriors selected Stephen Curry as the 7th overall pick. Very few imagined that he would be one of the key factors behind the success of the team in coming future. Jan 9, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) gets a congratulatory handshake from teammate Stephen Curry (30) after making a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters After minor setbacks and some injuries, Curry hit the ground running. The front office also made some smart moves that made the team stronger. Also, the addition of NBA legend Steve Kerr as the head coach was a huge step in the right direction. Curry and Klay Thompson became one of the best duos in the league. Draymond Green soon became one of the best defenders too. Furthermore, Green&#8217;s versatility allowed Kerr to use smaller lineups which helped the team massively. The Warriors built a great team with role players like Andre Iguodala, Shaun Livingston and Harrison Barnes. With the ascension of Curry as the back-to-back MVP, the Warriors won the title in 2015. After a disappointing finish in 2016, the team acquired superstar Kevin Durant. This further strengthened the team leading to two straight titles in 2017 and 2018. But the Dubs missed the opportunity to win three straight after losing to the Toronto Raptors in the 2019 Finals. Curry and the Warriors went on to beat all odds when they clinched the ring in 2022 against the Boston Celtics. Key players and coaches The Warriors have been fortunate to have had some incredible basketball stars and coaches on their team over the years. They have had Hall of Fame head coaches like Don Nelson, George Karl, Alex Hannum and Steve Kerr. The Dubs have retired the jerseys of legends Al Attles (#16), Tom Meschery (#14), Wilt Chamberlain (#13), Nate Thurmond (#42), Rick Barry (#24) and Chris Mullin (#17) so far. Notably, All-Time Great Chamberlain made multiple records during his time with the Warriors. He was considered the greatest Warrior of all time by many until the arrival of Stephen Curry. Read More: Stephen Curry: Everything There Is to Know About His Wife, Children and Family Now, Curry is a franchise leader in a variety of different categories and has also led the team to four championships. The Warriors are expected to retire the jerseys of current stars Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Andre Iguodala in the future for their role in their title runs. Rivalry with Cleveland Cavaliers The rivalry between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers is fairly new, starting when they clashed in four straight Finals from 2015 to 2018. Things started to heat up when the teams first faced each other in the 2015 NBA Finals. The Cavaliers led by LeBron James were no match for the Warriors with Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Andre Iguodala. The Dubs clinched the title 4-2 and Iguodala won the Finals MVP for his all-round performance. The next year, the Warriors set a new regular season win record with 73 wins and 9 losses. They broke the previous record of 72-10 set by the iconic Chicago Bulls team. So the pressure began mounting on the Warriors to win the title. In the Finals, the Dubs once again met familiar foes, the Cavaliers. The Warriors had a quick start and led the series 3-1. Interestingly, no team had ever won the title after trailing 3-1 in the Finals. But James, Kyrie Irving and their team did not quit. They took it one game at a time and started winning. This put immense pressure on the Warriors. The rivalry between the two reached an all-time high by game-7 in which the Cavs ultimately prevailed and lifted the trophy. After the disappointing loss, the Warriors added more firepower to the lineup with superstar Kevin Durant. The team seemed unstoppable throughout the season and playoffs and again made the Finals. The Dubs wanted revenge and did just that by clinching the title 4-1 against the Cavs in 2017. The following year, the Warriors and Cavs faced off once again on the ultimate stage. This time, the Cavs had no answer as the Warriors swept them easily to win their second straight ring. Warriors nicknamed ‘Dubs’ The Warriors are nicknamed the Dubs. According to reports, fans shortened the Warriors to “W’s” and then even shorter to “Dubs&#8221;. However, the Warriors have certainly earned their nickname winning four titles in the last seven years. Warriors on social media  Instagram @warriors  Twitter @warriors  Facebook @warriors  Website https://www.nba.com/warriors/  &nbsp;  Founded  1946  Owner Joe Lacob  President Brandon Schneider  Conference West  General Manager NA  Head Coach Steve Kerr  Sponsors Rakuten, Verizon, DoorDash, etc.  Arena Chase Center  Championships 7  Conference Titles 7  Division Titles 12  Team Value $7 Billion

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<h2 style="text-align: center">James Wiseman 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
James Wiseman is a 7’1” center who plays for the Golden State Warriors. A native of Nashville, Tennessee, Wiseman is a promising big man, who enters the NBA with minimal experience in college, having played just three games.

[caption id="attachment_522871" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-522871" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210121210245/2021-01-21T045719Z_1719712460_MT1USATODAY15462399_RTRMADP_3_NBA-SAN-ANTONIO-SPURS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="Warriors' James Wiseman and Draymond Green" width="1920" height="1467" /> Jan 20, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) high fives forward Draymond Green (23) as a time out is called by the San Antonio Spurs during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The youngster’s towering height and his ability to dominate at the rim are some of his best attributes. He clearly takes advantage of his ground and is a great rebounder on both ends of the court.

Wiseman is an excellent transitioning player, but not someone with great feet. He arrived into the league with a reputation of being a poor shooter, but he has honed his skills to adapt to the league.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Freshman year with the Memphis Tigers </h2>
Upon graduating high-school as the #1 recruit, Wiseman pledged his loyalty to the Memphis Tigers men's basketball team. He reunited with his high-school coach Penny Hardaway, who was appointed as the Tigers’ HC a year before Wiseman joined them. 

Wiseman made his regular-season debut for Memphis in a 97-64 win over South Carolina State. He played 22.0 minutes and scored 28.0 points while registering 11.0 rebounds, and three blocks. 

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However, an unfortunate string of events called for the NCAA to suspend James Wiseman temporarily in November 2019. The claim was that Penny Hardaway acted as a booster in helping Wiseman move to Memphis by paying him an expensive sum. 

Wiseman’s lawyers swiftly acted against the ruling and the verdict was for the youngster to serve a 12-game suspension and donate $11,500 to a charity of his choice. (The amount provided by Hardaway during his transfer to Memphis). 

However, Wiseman had other plans in mind and did not serve his suspension. He made a dramatic decision in December to leave Memphis and prepare for the draft instead. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">James Wiseman Golden State Warriors </h2>
The <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/golden-state-warriors/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Golden State Warriors</a> drafted James Wiseman with their second overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. They needed a big man, and Wiseman perfectly filled that void.

He has had a bright start to his career with the Warriors and has already got good chemistry with the team. Wiseman arrived in Golden State with the reputation of not being a shooter, but he is slowly learning the craft now, and has already started shooting threes and mid-range shots.

[caption id="attachment_521102" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-521102" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210120120733/2021-01-11T022340Z_1885571956_MT1USATODAY15419254_RTRMADP_3_NBA-TORONTO-RAPTORS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jan 10, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) dunks during the first quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Wiseman has developed into a solid rim protector for the Warriors, along with being a pick and roll partner and a lob threat as well. He is currently averaging Wiseman is averaging <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/wisemja01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">12.2 points</a> and 6.1 rebounds per game, and is among the favorites to win the Rookie of the Year.
<h2 style="text-align: center">James Wiseman 2021 Net Worth </h2>
Wiseman signed a rookie contract with the Golden State Warriors, one that estimates to nearly <a href="https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/warriors/what-james-wisemans-warriors-four-year-rookie-contract-will-look" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">$40 million</a> over four years. However, there is no major information available about his net worth. However, from what he’s earned through his career so far, <a href="https://popularbio.com/james-wiseman/">‘Popular Bio’</a> has gathered his Net worth to be in the range of $1-5 million. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to contact James Wiseman</h2>
James Wiseman Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bigticket_j13/">bigticket_j13</a>
James Wiseman Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/BigTicket_JW">@BigTicket_JW</a>

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Age
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<td style="text-align: center">19</td>
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American
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Birth Date
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<td style="text-align: center">2001-03-31</td>
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Nashville, Tennessee
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Height 
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<td style="text-align: center">7 feet 1 inch</td>
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240lbs/109kgs
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Wingspan
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<td style="text-align: center">7 feet 6 inches </td>
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Center
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High School
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<td style="text-align: center">The Ensworth School/Memphis East High School</td>
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Memphis 
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Marital Status
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<td style="text-align: center">Unmarried</td>
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Undisclosed
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James Wiseman

James Wiseman 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements James Wiseman is a 7’1” center who plays for the Golden State Warriors. A native of Nashville, Tennessee, Wiseman is a promising big man, who enters the NBA with minimal experience in college, having played just three games. Jan 20, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) high fives forward Draymond Green (23) as a time out is called by the San Antonio Spurs during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports The youngster’s towering height and his ability to dominate at the rim are some of his best attributes. He clearly takes advantage of his ground and is a great rebounder on both ends of the court. Wiseman is an excellent transitioning player, but not someone with great feet. He arrived into the league with a reputation of being a poor shooter, but he has honed his skills to adapt to the league. Freshman year with the Memphis Tigers  Upon graduating high-school as the #1 recruit, Wiseman pledged his loyalty to the Memphis Tigers men&#8217;s basketball team. He reunited with his high-school coach Penny Hardaway, who was appointed as the Tigers’ HC a year before Wiseman joined them.  Wiseman made his regular-season debut for Memphis in a 97-64 win over South Carolina State. He played 22.0 minutes and scored 28.0 points while registering 11.0 rebounds, and three blocks.  However, an unfortunate string of events called for the NCAA to suspend James Wiseman temporarily in November 2019. The claim was that Penny Hardaway acted as a booster in helping Wiseman move to Memphis by paying him an expensive sum.  Wiseman’s lawyers swiftly acted against the ruling and the verdict was for the youngster to serve a 12-game suspension and donate $11,500 to a charity of his choice. (The amount provided by Hardaway during his transfer to Memphis).  However, Wiseman had other plans in mind and did not serve his suspension. He made a dramatic decision in December to leave Memphis and prepare for the draft instead.  James Wiseman Golden State Warriors  The Golden State Warriors drafted James Wiseman with their second overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. They needed a big man, and Wiseman perfectly filled that void. He has had a bright start to his career with the Warriors and has already got good chemistry with the team. Wiseman arrived in Golden State with the reputation of not being a shooter, but he is slowly learning the craft now, and has already started shooting threes and mid-range shots. Jan 10, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) dunks during the first quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports Wiseman has developed into a solid rim protector for the Warriors, along with being a pick and roll partner and a lob threat as well. He is currently averaging Wiseman is averaging 12.2 points and 6.1 rebounds per game, and is among the favorites to win the Rookie of the Year. James Wiseman 2021 Net Worth  Wiseman signed a rookie contract with the Golden State Warriors, one that estimates to nearly $40 million over four years. However, there is no major information available about his net worth. However, from what he’s earned through his career so far, ‘Popular Bio’ has gathered his Net worth to be in the range of $1-5 million.  How to contact James Wiseman James Wiseman Instagram: bigticket_j13 James Wiseman Twitter: @BigTicket_JW   Age 19  Nationality American   Birth Date 2001-03-31  Place of Birth  Nashville, Tennessee   Height  7 feet 1 inch  Weight 240lbs/109kgs   Wingspan 7 feet 6 inches   Position Center   High School The Ensworth School/Memphis East High School  University  Memphis    Marital Status Unmarried  Girlfriend Undisclosed   &nbsp;

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