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<h2><strong>Kawhi Leonard 2022: Net worth, Salary and Endorsements</strong></h2>
Kawhi Leonard, who plays primarily as a small forward in the National Basketball Association (<a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/">NBA</a>), was born on June 29, 1991, and currently plays for Los Angeles Clippers.

Leonard first played for San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. He was selected with the 15th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft by the Indiana Pacers, but was traded that night to the San Antonio Spurs. Once there, he played with them for seven seasons.

While he was known for his defensive prowess, Kawhi eventually evolved into an incredible two-way player as his offense improved drastically. 1 Finals MVP, 2 All-Star appearances, 2 All-NBA selections and 2 DPOY titles later, 'the Klaw' wanted a new challenge.

[caption id="attachment_608307" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-608307" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210406104735/2021-03-25T012207Z_490486441_MT1USATODAY15789013_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-SAN-ANTONIO-SPURS.jpg" alt="Kawhi Leonard" width="1920" height="1280" /> Mar 24, 2021; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts after scoring a basket against the San Antonio Spurs the first quarter at AT&amp;T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Toronto Raptors came calling. After winning a championship with the Raptors, Leonard became a free agent. While he could have re-signed, Leonard opted to stay with a team near LA.

While many rumors linked him to the Lakers, Kawhi joined cross city rivals Clippers along with Paul George. Before moving to the Clippers, Leonard is known to have brought a luxurious $13.3 million worth mansion. He lost his father, Mark Leonard, in 2008.

He lives with his mother Kim Robertson and has two children with his girlfriend, Kishele Shipley. Leonard’s uncle, Dennis Robertson, before Leonard's move to the Raptors, frequently mentioned about a Spurs exit.
<h2>Kawhi Leonard with the Toronto Raptors</h2>
Ahead of the 2018-19 season, Kawhi's time with the Spurs was pretty much done and dusted. With a year left in his contract many teams weren't willing to take a risk in trading for 'the Klaw'.

But the Raptors who had seen multiple seasons of early elimination in the post-season took a massive gamble. Trading away one of their biggest legends in DeMar DeRozan, the Raps added Kawhi.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-236174" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200316204842/kawhi-leonard-6-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2400" height="1499" />

The impact was pretty much immediate. With the Raptors' defense arguably one of the best in the league, Toronto solidified themselves as one of the favorites to win the title. With the Warriors' suffering from injuries in the Finals, the dream became a reality.

Ending the Dubs' dynasty in six games, the city of Toronto were crowned as NBA champions for the first time and Kawhi won his 2nd championship and his 2nd Finals trophy of his career.
<h2>Kawhi Leonard with the LA Clippers</h2>
After an incredible season with the Raptors, Kawhi became a free agent and chose the Clippers as his next destination.

With Paul George forming an incredible partnership with him and a pretty much stacked roster, Leonard and Co. were the favorites to win the 2019-20 season. But an uncharacteristically bad performance meant that the team crashed out in seven games against the Nuggets.

[caption id="attachment_668963" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-668963" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-06-06T215543Z_151792708_MT1USATODAY16217735_RTRMADP_3_NBA-DALLAS-MAVERICKS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-1.jpg" alt="Kawhi Leonard" width="1920" height="1271" /> Jun 6, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts during the second half in game seven of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The 2020-21 playoffs however painted a very different picture. With Kawhi and Paul George perform at their peak, the Clippers looked unstoppable. But their progress came to a screeching halt as Leonard suffered from a partial tear to his ACL.

There is not much progress in the 2021-22 season, as Leonard hasn't played a game yet. His injury is a long-term one, and its evolution will determine his return.
<h2>Major achievements</h2>
2× NBA champion (2014, 2019)

2× NBA Finals MVP (2014, 2019)

5× NBA All-Star (2016, 2017, 2019, 2020)

3× All-NBA First Team (2016, 2017, 2021)

2× All-NBA Second Team (2019, 2020)

2× NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2015, 2016)

NBA steals leader (2015)

3× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2015–2017)

4× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2014, 2019, 2020, 2021)

NBA All-Rookie First Team (2012)
<h2>Kawhi Leonard stats</h2>
Leonard over the years has grown into one of the best small forwards in the game. In the 576 games he has played, 'the Klaw' for his career has <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/l/leonaka01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">averaged</a> 19.2 points, 2.9 assists and 6.5 rebounds.

For the 2020-21 season, Leonard's output took a small dip in terms of scoring but stepped up in playmaking. Putting up 24.8 points, 6.5 rebounds and a career high 5.2 assists. As mentioned above, he hasn't featured in the 2022 edition.
<h2>Kawhi Leonard 2022 net worth:</h2>
Leonard's annual salary jumped from $3 million to $17 million in 2015 when he signed a 5-year $90 million contract with the Spurs. <a href="https://playersbio.com/kawhi-leonard-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PlayersBio</a> estimates Kawhi Leonard's net worth as $70 million.

In the 2021-22 season, 'the Klaw' is set to earn incredible <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-clippers/kawhi-leonard-8066/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$39,344,900</a>. Whether or not he can perform and justify his price tag, remains to be seen. He also features in their list of the top 50 World's Highest-Paid Athletes of 2021.

[caption id="attachment_495874" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-495874" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201229150125/Los-Angeles-Clippers-Vs-Denver-Nuggets.jpg" alt="Clippers' Star Kawhi Leonard" width="1920" height="1280" /> Dec 25, 2020; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) controls the ball as Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) guards in the third quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2><strong>Kawhi Leonard endorsements</strong></h2>
Lenard earns around <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/kawhi-leonard/?sh=90f02e95f705" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$5.5 million</a> from his endorsement deals. His major sponsor is the shoe and apparel company New Balance. He previously had a deal with the Air Jordan brand. He also has deals with Honey and Wingstop.
<h2><strong>Kawhi Leonard charity</strong></h2>
After Leonard led Toronto Raptors to the NBA title in 2019, he teamed up with the Clippers foundation and a non-profit organization to donate one million backpacks to underserved children in Los Angeles.

He later joined Los Angeles Clippers and has been involved in various charity works since then. Previously, even during his time with San Antonio Spurs, he took part in many such events.
<h2><strong>How to contact Kawhi Leonard</strong></h2>
Unlike many NBA stars, Kawhi Leonard is not active on social media. Leonard doesn’t have an Instagram account. He has an account on Twitter, but he is hardly active on the platform. For business purposes, Leonard can be contacted through his Management agency.

<strong>Kawhi Leonard’s Twitter: </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/kawhileonard?lang=en">https://twitter.com/kawhileonard</a>
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<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">30</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319"><strong>Nickname</strong></td>
<td width="319">Claw</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Unmarried</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Girlfriend</strong></td>
<td width="319"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/kawhi-leonard-his-girlfriend-kishele-shipley-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-couple-kids/">Kishele Shipley</a></td>
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<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 Clippers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td width="319">6′ 7″ (2.01 m)</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td width="319">102 kg</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td width="319">2.21 m</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Shoes</strong></td>
<td width="319">New Balance</td>
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<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="319">New Balance</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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Kawhi Leonard 2022: Net worth, Salary and Endorsements Kawhi Leonard, who plays primarily as a small forward in the National Basketball Association (NBA), was born on June 29, 1991, and currently plays for Los Angeles Clippers. Leonard first played for San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. He was selected with the 15th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft by the Indiana Pacers, but was traded that night to the San Antonio Spurs. Once there, he played with them for seven seasons. While he was known for his defensive prowess, Kawhi eventually evolved into an incredible two-way player as his offense improved drastically. 1 Finals MVP, 2 All-Star appearances, 2 All-NBA selections and 2 DPOY titles later, &#8216;the Klaw&#8217; wanted a new challenge. Mar 24, 2021; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts after scoring a basket against the San Antonio Spurs the first quarter at AT&amp;T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports Toronto Raptors came calling. After winning a championship with the Raptors, Leonard became a free agent. While he could have re-signed, Leonard opted to stay with a team near LA. While many rumors linked him to the Lakers, Kawhi joined cross city rivals Clippers along with Paul George. Before moving to the Clippers, Leonard is known to have brought a luxurious $13.3 million worth mansion. He lost his father, Mark Leonard, in 2008. He lives with his mother Kim Robertson and has two children with his girlfriend, Kishele Shipley. Leonard’s uncle, Dennis Robertson, before Leonard&#8217;s move to the Raptors, frequently mentioned about a Spurs exit. Kawhi Leonard with the Toronto Raptors Ahead of the 2018-19 season, Kawhi&#8217;s time with the Spurs was pretty much done and dusted. With a year left in his contract many teams weren&#8217;t willing to take a risk in trading for &#8216;the Klaw&#8217;. But the Raptors who had seen multiple seasons of early elimination in the post-season took a massive gamble. Trading away one of their biggest legends in DeMar DeRozan, the Raps added Kawhi. The impact was pretty much immediate. With the Raptors&#8217; defense arguably one of the best in the league, Toronto solidified themselves as one of the favorites to win the title. With the Warriors&#8217; suffering from injuries in the Finals, the dream became a reality. Ending the Dubs&#8217; dynasty in six games, the city of Toronto were crowned as NBA champions for the first time and Kawhi won his 2nd championship and his 2nd Finals trophy of his career. Kawhi Leonard with the LA Clippers After an incredible season with the Raptors, Kawhi became a free agent and chose the Clippers as his next destination. With Paul George forming an incredible partnership with him and a pretty much stacked roster, Leonard and Co. were the favorites to win the 2019-20 season. But an uncharacteristically bad performance meant that the team crashed out in seven games against the Nuggets. Jun 6, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts during the second half in game seven of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The 2020-21 playoffs however painted a very different picture. With Kawhi and Paul George perform at their peak, the Clippers looked unstoppable. But their progress came to a screeching halt as Leonard suffered from a partial tear to his ACL. There is not much progress in the 2021-22 season, as Leonard hasn&#8217;t played a game yet. His injury is a long-term one, and its evolution will determine his return. Major achievements 2× NBA champion (2014, 2019) 2× NBA Finals MVP (2014, 2019) 5× NBA All-Star (2016, 2017, 2019, 2020) 3× All-NBA First Team (2016, 2017, 2021) 2× All-NBA Second Team (2019, 2020) 2× NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2015, 2016) NBA steals leader (2015) 3× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2015–2017) 4× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2014, 2019, 2020, 2021) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2012) Kawhi Leonard stats Leonard over the years has grown into one of the best small forwards in the game. In the 576 games he has played, &#8216;the Klaw&#8217; for his career has averaged 19.2 points, 2.9 assists and 6.5 rebounds. For the 2020-21 season, Leonard&#8217;s output took a small dip in terms of scoring but stepped up in playmaking. Putting up 24.8 points, 6.5 rebounds and a career high 5.2 assists. As mentioned above, he hasn&#8217;t featured in the 2022 edition. Kawhi Leonard 2022 net worth: Leonard&#8217;s annual salary jumped from $3 million to $17 million in 2015 when he signed a 5-year $90 million contract with the Spurs. PlayersBio estimates Kawhi Leonard&#8217;s net worth as $70 million. In the 2021-22 season, &#8216;the Klaw&#8217; is set to earn incredible $39,344,900. Whether or not he can perform and justify his price tag, remains to be seen. He also features in their list of the top 50 World&#8217;s Highest-Paid Athletes of 2021. Dec 25, 2020; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) controls the ball as Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) guards in the third quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports Kawhi Leonard endorsements Lenard earns around $5.5 million from his endorsement deals. His major sponsor is the shoe and apparel company New Balance. He previously had a deal with the Air Jordan brand. He also has deals with Honey and Wingstop. Kawhi Leonard charity After Leonard led Toronto Raptors to the NBA title in 2019, he teamed up with the Clippers foundation and a non-profit organization to donate one million backpacks to underserved children in Los Angeles. He later joined Los Angeles Clippers and has been involved in various charity works since then. Previously, even during his time with San Antonio Spurs, he took part in many such events. How to contact Kawhi Leonard Unlike many NBA stars, Kawhi Leonard is not active on social media. Leonard doesn’t have an Instagram account. He has an account on Twitter, but he is hardly active on the platform. For business purposes, Leonard can be contacted through his Management agency. Kawhi Leonard’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/kawhileonard  Age 30  Nickname Claw  Marital Status Unmarried  Girlfriend Kishele Shipley  Nationality American  Team Los Angeles Clippers  Height 6′ 7″ (2.01 m)  Weight 102 kg  Wingspan 2.21 m  Shoes New Balance  Endorsements New Balance

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Serge Ibaka 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Serge Ibaka is a seven-foot center/forward who plays for <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/la-clippers/" rel="noopener noreferrer">LA Clippers</a> in the NBA. His parents, Amadou Djonga and Desiree Ibaka, were both basketball players. He was born on 18 September 1989, in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. Ibaka went as the 24th overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft. </span>

[caption id="attachment_525253" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-525253" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210123235955/2021-01-09T051936Z_1862331199_MT1USATODAY15412708_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS-1.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka" width="1920" height="1382" /> Jan 8, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka (9) shoots the ball ahead of the Golden State Warriors bench during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">As for his love life, Ibaka was seriously dating singer/actress Keri Hilson, but the beloved pair broke up after four years. They were together from 2012 to 2016, and Ibaka is now reported to be dating South African actress Pearl Thusi. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The Clippers star also has a daughter named Ranie Ibaka who was born when he was just 17. He is said to have raised her as a </span><a href="https://heightzone.com/ranie-ibaka/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">single father,</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> as details about her biological mother are unknown.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Ibaka began <a href="https://www.sergeibaka.com/the-story/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">playing</a> professional basketball with Avenir Rail in Congo and later moved to Spain and joined CB L’Hospitalet in 2007. A year later, the Seattle Supersonics (now <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/oklahoma-city-thunder/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Oklahoma City Thunder</a>) picked in the NBA Draft. He chose to play one more year in Spain before taking his talents to the NBA.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Serge Ibaka NBA Career</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Ibaka arrived at the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a> in 2009 and performed well as a rookie. He averaged 6.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game despite getting little playing time. His physicality was a huge bonus to have on the court, and the Sonics made him a valuable starter and his numbers went up too. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Ibaka took very little time to establish his defensive dominance in the league. He led the NBA in blocks for two successive seasons (2012, 2013) and made the All-Defensive first team from 2012-14. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The Thunder traded Ibaka to the Orlando Magic after he spent eight seasons with them, which included a trip to the NBA Finals in 2012. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Ibaka kept his Magic stint short and was traded within a year of landing in Orlando. The franchise sent him north to join the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/toronto-raptors/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Toronto Raptors</a> in 2017. </span>

[caption id="attachment_525254" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-525254" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210124000001/2020-12-27T225737Z_1866015693_MT1USATODAY15365747_RTRMADP_3_NBA-DALLAS-MAVERICKS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-1.jpg" alt="LA Clippers Serge Ibaka" width="1920" height="1329" /> Dec 27, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka (right) is fouled by Dallas Mavericks guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (11) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">The Congolese player fit well with the Raptors’ system and posted six straight triple-doubles early in 2019. The same year Ibaka averaged 15.0 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 2.9 blocks per game in the regular-season and guided the Raptors to their maiden championship triumph in history. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Ibaka became a free-agent following the 2019/20 season and chose to sign with the LA Clippers instead of signing an extension with Toronto. He was a solid contributor for the Clippers, as he started most of the games he featured in. Unfortunately, multiple injury issues held back him and the team as they were unable to go beyond the Western Conference Finals in the 2021 playoffs.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Major Achievements </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA champion (2019)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">3× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2012–2014)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA blocks leader (2012, 2013)</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Serge Ibaka NBA Stats</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Serge Ibaka has gained a massive reputation for being a defensive stopper. He is now past his prime, but Ibaka is always a threatening presence owing to his height and physical advantage. In the <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/i/ibakase01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">2020-21 season</a>, Ibaka averaged 11.1 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game.</span>

[caption id="attachment_525251" align="alignnone" width="1280"]<img class="size-full wp-image-525251" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210123235922/2020-12-26T064040Z_1459292070_MT1USATODAY15360637_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-DENVER-NUGGETS-1.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka" width="1280" height="1920" /> Dec 25, 2020; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka (9) drives to the net against Denver Nuggets guard Will Barton (5) in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Serge Ibaka Current Contract</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Ibaka became a free-agent during the 2020 offseason and made a surprising move to the LA Clippers. He signed a two-year deal with the Los Angeles based team and will earn </span><a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1330368396404404227?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">$19 million</span></a>,<span style="font-weight: 400"> per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The second year was a player option which he accepted in the 2021 off-season, to extend his stay for another year in LA. He will earn $9,720,900 in the 2021-22 season. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Serge Ibaka 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Serge Ibaka’s Net Worth is estimated to be</span> <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/serge-ibaka-net-worth/#:~:text=Serge%20Ibaka%20net%20worth%3A%20Serge,of%20the%20Congo%20in%201989." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">$12 million</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">. Furthermore, his career-earnings till the 2020-21 season adds up to $127,417,830, per </span><a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-clippers/serge-ibaka-6313/cash-earnings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">Spotrac</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Serge Ibaka Charity Foundation</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Serge Ibaka is a philanthropist, and he has a charity foundation set up to help the underprivileged. The ‘Serge Ibaka Foundation’ is focused on helping children achieve their dreams amid the obstacles they face. </span>

<i><span style="font-weight: 400">“Going through difficult times as a kid himself, Serge Ibaka is determined to help the kids of Congo, Toronto and the rest of the World through his Foundation, focusing on the issues of health and education,”</span></i> <a href="https://www.sergeibakafoundation.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">their website reads</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Serge Ibaka NBA Sneaker Contract</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Ibaka is an </span><span style="font-weight: 400"><a href="https://ballershoesdb.com/players/serge-ibaka/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Adidas athlete</a>, and</span><span style="font-weight: 400"> he has donned several sneakers over the years. The most recent one he wore during his Raptors stint was the ‘Adidas Mad Bounce’ and he’s also previously worn the ‘Adidas Explosive Bounce.’</span>
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<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">31</span></td>
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<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">1</span></td>
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<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">1 (2019)</span></p>
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<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">American</span></td>
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<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">7 ft 0 in (2.13 m)</span></p>
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<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">238 lb (108 kg)</span></td>
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<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">7’2” (2.21 m)</span></p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>How to contact Serge Ibaka</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Serge Ibaka Instagram:</span> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sergeibaka/?hl=en"><b>sergeibaka</b></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Serge Ibaka Twitter: </span><a href="https://twitter.com/sergeibaka?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"><b>@sergeibaka</b></a></p>

Serge Ibaka

Serge Ibaka 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Serge Ibaka is a seven-foot center/forward who plays for LA Clippers in the NBA. His parents, Amadou Djonga and Desiree Ibaka, were both basketball players. He was born on 18 September 1989, in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. Ibaka went as the 24th overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft.  Jan 8, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka (9) shoots the ball ahead of the Golden State Warriors bench during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports As for his love life, Ibaka was seriously dating singer/actress Keri Hilson, but the beloved pair broke up after four years. They were together from 2012 to 2016, and Ibaka is now reported to be dating South African actress Pearl Thusi.  The Clippers star also has a daughter named Ranie Ibaka who was born when he was just 17. He is said to have raised her as a single father, as details about her biological mother are unknown. Ibaka began playing professional basketball with Avenir Rail in Congo and later moved to Spain and joined CB L’Hospitalet in 2007. A year later, the Seattle Supersonics (now Oklahoma City Thunder) picked in the NBA Draft. He chose to play one more year in Spain before taking his talents to the NBA. Serge Ibaka NBA Career Ibaka arrived at the NBA in 2009 and performed well as a rookie. He averaged 6.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game despite getting little playing time. His physicality was a huge bonus to have on the court, and the Sonics made him a valuable starter and his numbers went up too.  Ibaka took very little time to establish his defensive dominance in the league. He led the NBA in blocks for two successive seasons (2012, 2013) and made the All-Defensive first team from 2012-14.  The Thunder traded Ibaka to the Orlando Magic after he spent eight seasons with them, which included a trip to the NBA Finals in 2012.  Ibaka kept his Magic stint short and was traded within a year of landing in Orlando. The franchise sent him north to join the Toronto Raptors in 2017.  Dec 27, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka (right) is fouled by Dallas Mavericks guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (11) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports The Congolese player fit well with the Raptors’ system and posted six straight triple-doubles early in 2019. The same year Ibaka averaged 15.0 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 2.9 blocks per game in the regular-season and guided the Raptors to their maiden championship triumph in history.  Ibaka became a free-agent following the 2019/20 season and chose to sign with the LA Clippers instead of signing an extension with Toronto. He was a solid contributor for the Clippers, as he started most of the games he featured in. Unfortunately, multiple injury issues held back him and the team as they were unable to go beyond the Western Conference Finals in the 2021 playoffs. Major Achievements  NBA champion (2019) 3× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2012–2014) 2× NBA blocks leader (2012, 2013) Serge Ibaka NBA Stats Serge Ibaka has gained a massive reputation for being a defensive stopper. He is now past his prime, but Ibaka is always a threatening presence owing to his height and physical advantage. In the 2020-21 season, Ibaka averaged 11.1 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game. Dec 25, 2020; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka (9) drives to the net against Denver Nuggets guard Will Barton (5) in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports Serge Ibaka Current Contract Ibaka became a free-agent during the 2020 offseason and made a surprising move to the LA Clippers. He signed a two-year deal with the Los Angeles based team and will earn $19 million, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The second year was a player option which he accepted in the 2021 off-season, to extend his stay for another year in LA. He will earn $9,720,900 in the 2021-22 season.  Serge Ibaka 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements  Serge Ibaka’s Net Worth is estimated to be $12 million. Furthermore, his career-earnings till the 2020-21 season adds up to $127,417,830, per Spotrac.  Serge Ibaka Charity Foundation Serge Ibaka is a philanthropist, and he has a charity foundation set up to help the underprivileged. The ‘Serge Ibaka Foundation’ is focused on helping children achieve their dreams amid the obstacles they face.  “Going through difficult times as a kid himself, Serge Ibaka is determined to help the kids of Congo, Toronto and the rest of the World through his Foundation, focusing on the issues of health and education,” their website reads.  Serge Ibaka NBA Sneaker Contract Ibaka is an Adidas athlete, and he has donned several sneakers over the years. The most recent one he wore during his Raptors stint was the ‘Adidas Mad Bounce’ and he’s also previously worn the ‘Adidas Explosive Bounce.’   Age 31  Marital Status Unmarried   Children 1  NBA Championship Rings 1 (2019)   Nationality American  Height 7 ft 0 in (2.13 m)   Weight 238 lb (108 kg)  Wingspan 7’2” (2.21 m)   How to contact Serge Ibaka Serge Ibaka Instagram: sergeibaka Serge Ibaka Twitter: @sergeibaka

Former Raptors Star Serge Ibaka Pens a Heartfelt Message for His Team and for Canada

Serge Ibaka has a heartwarming message for all of his Toronto Raptors fans

Why did Serge take this decision even though he loves Canada?