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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Anthony Davis in 2024: Early Life, College Career, NBA Draft, Notable Records and Accolades</strong></h2>
Anthony Davis currently plays for the Los Angeles Lakers in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He started his career in the league with the New Orleans Pelicans, or New Orleans Hornets, as it was known then. The player won the NBA title with the Lakers in 2020, after he and LeBron James led them to a stunning victory. The power forward remains a premium shot-blocker and can score at will. Often derailed by injuries, when he is fit and healthy, Anthony Davis has no limits.

He made his first playoff appearance in 2015. In the next season, he signed a five-year, $145 million contract extension with the Pelicans. However, a few months into the season, Davis' season ended because of shoulder and knee injuries. Davis has several tattoos, a few visible while playing ball. Notably, he has a tattoo of Mamba as a tribute to Kobe Bryant.

[caption id="attachment_642821" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-642821" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-05-10T044523Z_175423973_MT1USATODAY16056713_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PHOENIX-SUNS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis" width="1920" height="1280" /> May 9, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) reacts after a dunk during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2><b>Anthony Davis' Early Life and High School</b></h2>
Born in Chicago on March 11, 1993, Davis was raised in the Englewood neighborhood. He started his playing days in high school with Perspectives Charter School. However, not all schools have world-class facilities and he later practiced at a local church. Although he didn't become the next kid on the block, he worked hard and received late recognition and a rapid growth spurt. He transitioned from a 'little guy' to 6'10" when he entered his senior year. Obviously, Anthony Davis became the #1 player in the 2011 class.

At one time, with the Perspectives Charter school, he averaged 32 points, 22 rebounds, and 7 blocks. His quality performances led him to numerous accolades, including the 2011 McDonald's All-American Game and the 10th annual Jordan Brand Classic. He was a first-team selection to the ESPN Rise boys' high school basketball All-American team. For a young boy to gain that much recognition speaks volumes of the power forward's talent.
<h2><b>College Career at Kentucky</b></h2>
After all those high school accolades, Davis verbally agreed to join Kentucky despite offers from Ohio, DePaul, and Syracuse and became the number 1 player in the national class of 2011. Coached by John Calipari, and playing one season under him, Anthony David dominated the courts from start to finish. He became the National Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and the Most Outstanding Player. To think of his rapid growth in college was a scary proposition for most teams.

<span style="font-weight: 400">The player set the </span>NCAA freshman records for blocks and won multiple national awards. There was no doubt that Anthony Davis would be the top player in the 2012 NBA draft. The player averaged 15.2 points, 11.2 rebounds, and 4.6 blocks per game, and led the team to its eighth NCAA championship. The block machine finally made it to the NBA after being miles apart in high school.

[caption id="attachment_846323" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-846323" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-12-04T033703Z_1277735311_MT1USATODAY17285226_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS.jpg" alt="Anthony Davis vs LA Clippers" width="1920" height="1455" /> Dec 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Serge Ibaka (9) guards Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2><b>Anthony Davis' NBA Draft and New Orleans Career</b></h2>
Significantly, Anthony Davis declared himself for the 2012 NBA draft following his Kentucky Wildcats days. The New Orleans Hornets (later Pelicans) drafted Davis in 2012 and selected him as the first pick. At the 2012 NBA Draft Combine, Davis measured at 6 feet 9.25 inches (2.06 m), 221.8 pounds (100.6 kg), and had the second-longest wingspan—7 feet 5.5 inches (2.27 m)—of any player participating. It helped him to block shots easily throughout his career. Without much adaptation time, he established himself as one of the premier defenders in the league.

The player signed his first 3-year, $16 million guaranteed contract with the Hornets and made his debut against the San Antonio Spurs. He made his mark in the game, scoring 21 points but lost the matchup. However, injuries became a cause of concern for the player. Despite all the high-scoring games and blocked shots, he finished second to Damian Lillard in the Rookie of the Year award. Adding around 10 pounds in the post-season, Davis developed his post-game offense and became great in transitions. In a game against Orlando Magic, Davis scored 25 points and 15 rebounds, the youngest player in the franchise's history to do so.

He later earned an All-Star selection and made NBA teams with ease. The player led the league in blocks in 2014 (2.82 per game), becoming the youngest player to do so. Later, Victor Wembanyama broke the record in 2024. The greatest achievement in his New Orleans career became the 59-point game against the Detroit Pistons. He joined Shaquille O'Neal and Chris Webber, becoming the only players to have a 50-point game with 20 rebounds.

<span style="font-weight: 400">Earned </span><b>All-NBA and All-Defensive honors</b><span style="font-weight: 400">, making the playoffs and establishing himself as one of the league’s top power forwards as the Lakers came calling. </span>
<h2><b>Los Angeles Lakers and Championships</b></h2>
The player later requested a trade and guess where he went. The Los Angeles Lakers instantly became a championship contender as Anthony Davis joined LeBron James in 2019. He settled nicely and points came in thick and fast. 40-point games became customary as the player broke records at every instant. In a game against the Pistons, Davis set an all-time record for block percentage of 25.6%. Later in 2020, he declined the Lakers' contract offer for free agency in a bid to get a max contract of over $200 million.

Anthony Davis later led the team to the NBA championship in 2020. He and the Lakers earned their 17th NBA title, tying the Celtics' record of 17 title wins although the basketball team from Boston won their 18th. In the process, he became the first player to win an NCAA title, NBA title, Olympic gold, and FIBA World Cup. Quite an achievement, isn't it? He still plays for the Lakers, but injuries plagued him. One step forward and two steps back became a norm for the player who remains injured most of the time.

Yet, he remains crucial for the Lakers in terms of leading the team for rebounds, blocks, and scoring. Anthony Davis becomes crucial to the side heading to the 2024-25 season and hopes to win his second NBA title.

[caption id="attachment_828011" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-828011" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-14T220219Z_1176712713_MT1USATODAY17165616_RTRMADP_3_NBA-SAN-ANTONIO-SPURS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-1.jpg" alt="Anthony Davis vs Spurs" width="1920" height="1280" /> Nov 14, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) dribbles a ball against San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White (4) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2><b>National Team and International Success</b></h2>
In terms of donning the Star and Stripes jersey, Anthony Davis achieved success like no other player. He won an Olympic gold in 2012 London with the customary Dream Team. They remained undefeated during the Olympic Games and won the gold medal by dominating Spain. It didn't stop there. The player then earned a selection to the US team for the 2014 FIBA World Cup. He averaged 12.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game in 9 games played while shooting 54.9% from the field.

Moreover, the player then returned to the 2024 U.S. Olympic team and helped them win a gold medal. He averaged 8.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists and even got 1.2 steals. Of course, there were 1.5 blocks per game while shooting 62.5% from the field. He remains one of the most decorated players in the U.S. national team's history.
<h2><b>Personal Life and Esports Career</b></h2>
Notably, Anthony Davis' parents played a crucial role in his upbringing. His father Anthony Davis Sr. and mother, Erainer, taught him well at a young age. He has a twin sister, Antoinette, and an elder sister, Lesha. Moreover, Lesha followed her brother and played basketball at Daley College. Now coming to the love of his life, Anthony Davis married Marlen Polanco on September 18, 2021. The couple has three children: Nala and two boys whose names they have chosen not to disclose.

In another interesting part of his career, On June 19, 2022, Davis signed with FaZe Clan, joining Faze Clan's Nuke Squad for <i>Call of Duty</i>. <sup id="cite_ref-408" class="reference"></sup>

[caption id="attachment_3318157" align="aligncenter" width="5703"]<img class="wp-image-3318157 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/USATSI_24517398.jpg" alt="" width="5703" height="3802" /> Oct 17, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) dribbles against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images[/caption]
<h2><b>Notable Records and Accolades</b></h2>
In terms of records and accolades, Anthony Davis has several records to his name. He holds records in the NCAA, the NBA and franchise stats for blocks, rebounds, and efficiency. In the NCAA, the player had the most blocks in a season by a freshman with 186 blocks. It became the fourth all-time record in the NCAA for blocks in a single season. Meanwhile, his 29 blocks in the 2011-2012 NCAA tournament are tied for second all-time. In terms of scoring, Anthony Davis' .623 FG% remains a record for a freshman. He also got 415 rebounds in 2011-2012, tied for fourth all-time in the NCAA rebounds by a freshman.

In terms of NBA records, he scored a record-breaking 52 points in the 2017 All-Star game, which shocked the fans. But Jayson Tatum broke that record in the last All-Star game by scoring 55. The records don't end there. He became the first player to record 25+ points, 25+ rebounds, 5+ assists, and 5+ steals in a game. Known for his shot-blocking, Davis led the NBA in blocks, three times.

<span style="font-weight: 400">In addition, the player scored 30+ points and 15+ rebounds in four consecutive games, which only two Lakers players achieved. Recently, he won the </span>2023 NBA In-Season Tournament<span style="font-weight: 400"> with the Lakers, setting scoring and rebounding records. Here's a list of notable accolades by Anthony Davis. </span>
<ul>
 	<li><strong>NBA Champion</strong>: Won the 2020 NBA Finals with the Lakers</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA All-Star</strong>: Nine-time NBA All-Star, including 2024</li>
 	<li><strong>All-Star Game MVP</strong>: Won in 2017</li>
 	<li><strong>All-NBA First Team</strong>: Four-time selection in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020</li>
 	<li><strong>All-NBA Second Team</strong>: Selected in 2024</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA All-Defensive Team</strong>: Five-time selection in 2015, 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2024</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA blocks leader</strong>: Three-time leader in 2014, 2015, and 2018</li>
 	<li><strong>All-Rookie First Team</strong>: Selected in 2013</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA 75 Anniversary Team</strong>: Selected in 2021</li>
 	<li><strong>NBA Cup</strong>: Won the inaugural NBA Cup in 2023</li>
 	<li><strong>Olympic gold medals</strong>: Helped the United States win gold medals in 2016, 2024, and 2014<span class="UV3uM"> </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>How to contact Anthony Davis?</strong></h2>
<strong> Anthony Davis' Twitter: </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/AntDavis23">https://twitter.com/AntDavis23</a>

<strong>Anthony Davis' Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/antdavis23/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/antdavis23/?hl=en</a>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">31</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">Marlen Polanco</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">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td width="319">6′ 10″ (2.08 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td width="319">254lbs</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td width="319">7'6"</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Shoes</strong></td>
<td width="319">Nike</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="319">Saks Inc., ExxonMobil, Foot Locker, Nike, Red Bull, Beats</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Who is James Harden?</b></h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap">James Harden has been one of the NBA's most talented offensive players over the last decade. The bearded shooting guard is known for his crafty style, superb ability to create his shot, and excellence at driving to the basket and drawing fouls.</p>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap">After being selected #3 overall in the 2009 draft out of Arizona State, Harden first made his mark with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He, however, blossomed into a superstar after a 2012 trade to the Houston Rockets, developing creative moves like his signature step-back jump shot. With his scoring touch, he won MVP honors in 2018 and three scoring titles while with the Rockets, solidifying his status among the game's current greats.</p>

<h2 class="whitespace-pre-wrap" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's early life</b></h2>
James Harden was born on August 26, 1989, in Los Angeles, California, and spent most of his early life there. James Harden's parents are James Harden Sr. and Monja Willis. Since his father was in and out of prison throughout his childhood, Harden was mostly raised by his mother. He was the youngest of three children and there is a ten-year age gap between him and his next sibling. His elder brother is Akili Roberson, who has played college football. His elder sister, Arnique Jelks, is an interior designer.

Harden was nicknamed Lucky by his mother because Willis had multiple miscarriages before giving birth to him. Raising her children in Compton, Willis encouraged them to pursue sports to stay out of trouble.

The Beard developed a love for the game of basketball when he was very young and started playing the sport passionately. Soon, Harden became one of the most talented high school stars in the state. After graduating from Artesia High School, Lakewood in 2007, he received multiple college offers and committed to Arizona State University. Harden played two years of college basketball where he impressed many and declared for the NBA draft in 2009.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's wife and children</b></h2>
Harden has been in romantic relationships with many high-profile celebrities, like Amber Rose, Khloe Kardashian, Brittany Renner, and Ashanti, among others. Currently, the 2018 NBA MVP is rumored to be in a relationship with model Jessyka Jenshel.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's career timeline</b></h2>
James Harden started playing baseball after his mother Monja Willis encouraged her kids to pursue sports. A young James then turned to basketball and fell in love with the game. He soon developed impressive skills and always believed that he would one day play in the NBA. A few years later, he was a high school superstar and led his team to back-to-back state championships. Harden was also named a McDonald's All-American for his performances.

Harden's basketball coach Scott Pera was a huge reason behind the latter's success in high school. So Harden promised Pera that he would commit to whichever school he joined. After Pera joined Arizona State University as an assistant coach, Harden kept his promise and committed to the school. Harden's ascension continued in college where he caught the eyes of NBA teams. After two years, he declared for the NBA draft in 2009.

The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Harden as the 3rd pick of the draft. The Thunder already had young stars like Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook in their ranks. So Harden had to earn his time and come off the bench. He did not start any game in his rookie season despite playing 76 games. Also, he started only 7 games in his three-year stint with the Thunder. In his third year, Harden won the Sixth-Man of the Year award averaging 16.8 points per game. However, his time at OKC came to an end after the Thunder lost the 2011-12 NBA Finals.

[caption id="attachment_2205482" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2205482" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/imago0045805835h.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1748" /> December 19, 2019, Los Angeles, California, USA: James Harden 13 of the Houston Rockets during warmups prior to their NBA, Basketball Herren, USA game with the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday December 19, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. Clippers lose to Raptors, 117-122. JAVIER ROJAS/PI Clippers lose to Raptors, 117-122 - ZUMAp124 20191219_zaa_p124_003 Copyright: xJavierxRojasx[/caption]

OKC could have had one of the best trios ever. But they were reluctant to give Harden a Max deal, and he was not ready to accept anything less. So the Thunder traded Harden to the Houston Rockets, which allowed him to showcase his full potential. In his first season with the Rockets, Harden erupted for 25.9 points per game, which was a massive jump from the previous year. He also made the All-Star Team for the first time in his career in the same season. Harden continued his offensive dominance and was unstoppable at times. In 2018, he was the scoring champion and also clinched the NBA MVP award. He won the scoring title in the next two seasons as well. However, he could not lead the Rockets to the NBA Finals.

After spending nine seasons with the Rockets, Harden played for the Brooklyn Nets for less than two years. He then joined the Philadelphia 76ers in 2021 and has been an integral part of the team since then. Even <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-overconfident-james-harden-emphasises-respect-after-securing-second-straight-dub-for-clippers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">though he is not his MVP self</a> anymore, Harden is still a great playmaker who has averaged over 10 assists per game in the last five seasons. He was also the assists leader for the 2022-23 season.

[caption id="attachment_2360246" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2360246" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-11-15T032536Z_1399377516_MT1USATODAY21898553_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-DENVER-NUGGETS.jpg" alt="James Harden" width="1920" height="1280" /> Nov 14, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) during the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">Following the 2022â€“23 season, Harden picked up his $35.6 million option to remain with the 76ers but eventually requested a trade, joining the Los Angeles Clippers in October 2023. W</span><span style="font-weight: 400">ith the Clippers, Harden surpassed NBA icon Jerry West for the 23rd place on the league's all-time scoring list.</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's net worth 2024</b></h2>
NBA superstar James Harden is one of the highest-paid players in the league. In 2022, Forbes ranked him #12 on the world's highest-paid athletes list, after he earned over $74 million that year. According to various reports, Harden has an estimated net worth of $165 million. His salary for the 2022-23 season playing for the Philadelphia 76ers is reportedly $33 million. In his 14 seasons in the league, Harden has earned over $300 million in NBA salaries. The crafty guard has also amassed tens of millions in endorsements, partnerships, and investments.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's career stats</b></h2>
<b>Regular season stats:</b>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Games played - 1035</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Points per game - 24.4</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Assists per game - 7.1</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Rebounds per game - 5.6</span></li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

<b>Playoffs stats:</b>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Games played - 160</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Points per game - 22.7</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Assists per game - 6.3</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Rebounds per game - 5.5</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's partnerships and endorsements</b></h2>
James Harden reportedly signed a 13-year $200 million deal with Adidas in 2015 after leaving Nike. It is the second largest Adidas deal in sports history, only behind soccer superstar Lionel Messi. Harden earns around $15 million per year from this deal. From his other endorsement deals and partnerships, he earns an estimated $30 million a year in total. Some of the biggest endorsement and partnership deals of Harden are as follows:
<ul>
 	<li>Body Armor</li>
 	<li>Beats Electronics</li>
 	<li>Amazon</li>
 	<li>EA Sports</li>
 	<li>GoPuff</li>
 	<li>State Farm</li>
 	<li>Stance Socks</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's investments</b></h2>
James Harden has made some major investments with his investment firm 13 Endeavours. According to reports, he has invested big inÂ Mitchell &amp; Ness, Jackpot, Art of Sport, Workstream, Pura, etc. In 2014, he reportedly invested $60 million in BodyArmor. Then in 2021, Coca-Cola acquired the energy drink brand which gave Harden a whopping 4000% return on investment. Furthermore, he also has a small stake in the Houston Dynamo of MLS with an investment of $15 million in 2019. In 2021, Harden purchased a minority stake in luxury retailer Saks.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's major achievements and awards</b></h2>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Most Valuable Player (2018)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">10Ã— NBA All-Star (2013â€“2022)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">6Ã— All-NBA First Team (2014, 2015, 2017â€“2020)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">All-NBA Third Team (2013)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2012)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">3Ã— NBA scoring champion (2018â€“2020)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2Ã— NBA assists leader (2017, 2023)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2010)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA 75th Anniversary Team</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Consensus first-team All-American (2009)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Pac-10 Player of the Year (2009)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2Ã— First-team All-Pac-10 (2008, 2009)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">No. 13 jersey retired by Arizona State Sun Devils</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Second-team Parade All-American (2007)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">McDonald's All-American (2007)</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's contract details</b></h2>
James Harden signed a two-year $68 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2022. With this, he agreed to receive $33 million for the 2022-23 season and $35 million for the 2023-24 season. <span style="font-weight: 400">Following the 2022â€“23 season, Harden picked up his $35.6 million option to remain with the 76ers but eventually requested a trade. He was eventually acquired by the Los Angeles Clippers for an undisclosed amount.</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's shoe deals</b></h2>
James Harden is currently locked into the 13-year $200 million deal that he signed with Adidas in August 2015. As per reports, Nike was unwilling to match the number tabled by Adidas, with The Beard still the face of the brand. Derrick Rose of the Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard, and LA Clippers star John Wall have also signed similar deals.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's charity and foundation</b></h2>
James Harden and his mother Monja Willis foundedÂ theÂ <em>"3 The Harden Way"</em> foundation. The foundation aims to provide higher education to children in need. He also established the <em>"Impact 13 Foundation",Â </em>which is on a mission to help people with socio-economic disadvantages and empower women and the youth in the fields of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, fashion, and sports.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's c</b><b>ar collection</b></h2>
James Harden has a great car collection and has been seen in some of his luxury rides from time to time. Some of the most dazzling cars in his collection are theÂ Rolls-Royce Wraith, theÂ Range Rover Autobiography, the Bentley Bentayga, a Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon, and a yellow Chevrolet Camaro SS.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's house</b></h2>
James Harden is one of the biggest fashion icons in the NBA right now. So when it came to his mansion, he did not play around. In 2019, the 10-time NBA All-Star shelled out $10 million to buy a luxury property in Houston that required three years to build. The estate spans over 3.5 acres with 8 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms. The grand two-storied mansion has a gym, a theatre, a library, a game room, and a wine room, among other amenities. The house also has a large outdoor garden and an infinity swimming pool.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>James Harden's s</b><b>ocial media accounts</b></h2>
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<tbody>
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<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/jharden13/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@jharden13</a></td>
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<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/jharden13" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@JHarden13</a></td>
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<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/jharden13/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@JamesHarden</a></td>
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<td>Full Name</td>
<td>James Edward Harden Jr.</td>
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<td>Popular Name</td>
<td>James Harden</td>
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<td>Birth Date</td>
<td>August 26, 1989</td>
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<td>Birth Place</td>
<td>Los Angeles, California</td>
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<td>Age</td>
<td>34</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>6' 5" (1.96 m)</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>220 lbs (100 kg)</td>
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<td>Parents</td>
<td>James Harden Sr. and Monja Willis</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Siblings</td>
<td>Akili Roberson and Arnique Jelks</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>African American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$165 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Salary</td>
<td>$33 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td>Single</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Profession</td>
<td>Basketball player</td>
</tr>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>Philadelphia 76ers</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

James Harden

Who is James Harden? James Harden has been one of the NBA&#8217;s most talented offensive players over the last decade. The bearded shooting guard is known for his crafty style, superb ability to create his shot, and excellence at driving to the basket and drawing fouls. After being selected #3 overall in the 2009 draft out of Arizona State, Harden first made his mark with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He, however, blossomed into a superstar after a 2012 trade to the Houston Rockets, developing creative moves like his signature step-back jump shot. With his scoring touch, he won MVP honors in 2018 and three scoring titles while with the Rockets, solidifying his status among the game&#8217;s current greats. James Harden&#8217;s early life James Harden was born on August 26, 1989, in Los Angeles, California, and spent most of his early life there. James Harden&#8217;s parents are James Harden Sr. and Monja Willis. Since his father was in and out of prison throughout his childhood, Harden was mostly raised by his mother. He was the youngest of three children and there is a ten-year age gap between him and his next sibling. His elder brother is Akili Roberson, who has played college football. His elder sister, Arnique Jelks, is an interior designer. Harden was nicknamed Lucky by his mother because Willis had multiple miscarriages before giving birth to him. Raising her children in Compton, Willis encouraged them to pursue sports to stay out of trouble. The Beard developed a love for the game of basketball when he was very young and started playing the sport passionately. Soon, Harden became one of the most talented high school stars in the state. After graduating from Artesia High School, Lakewood in 2007, he received multiple college offers and committed to Arizona State University. Harden played two years of college basketball where he impressed many and declared for the NBA draft in 2009. James Harden&#8217;s wife and children Harden has been in romantic relationships with many high-profile celebrities, like Amber Rose, Khloe Kardashian, Brittany Renner, and Ashanti, among others. Currently, the 2018 NBA MVP is rumored to be in a relationship with model Jessyka Jenshel. James Harden&#8217;s career timeline James Harden started playing baseball after his mother Monja Willis encouraged her kids to pursue sports. A young James then turned to basketball and fell in love with the game. He soon developed impressive skills and always believed that he would one day play in the NBA. A few years later, he was a high school superstar and led his team to back-to-back state championships. Harden was also named a McDonald&#8217;s All-American for his performances. Harden&#8217;s basketball coach Scott Pera was a huge reason behind the latter&#8217;s success in high school. So Harden promised Pera that he would commit to whichever school he joined. After Pera joined Arizona State University as an assistant coach, Harden kept his promise and committed to the school. Harden&#8217;s ascension continued in college where he caught the eyes of NBA teams. After two years, he declared for the NBA draft in 2009. The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Harden as the 3rd pick of the draft. The Thunder already had young stars like Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook in their ranks. So Harden had to earn his time and come off the bench. He did not start any game in his rookie season despite playing 76 games. Also, he started only 7 games in his three-year stint with the Thunder. In his third year, Harden won the Sixth-Man of the Year award averaging 16.8 points per game. However, his time at OKC came to an end after the Thunder lost the 2011-12 NBA Finals. December 19, 2019, Los Angeles, California, USA: James Harden 13 of the Houston Rockets during warmups prior to their NBA, Basketball Herren, USA game with the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday December 19, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. Clippers lose to Raptors, 117-122. JAVIER ROJAS/PI Clippers lose to Raptors, 117-122 &#8211; ZUMAp124 20191219_zaa_p124_003 Copyright: xJavierxRojasx OKC could have had one of the best trios ever. But they were reluctant to give Harden a Max deal, and he was not ready to accept anything less. So the Thunder traded Harden to the Houston Rockets, which allowed him to showcase his full potential. In his first season with the Rockets, Harden erupted for 25.9 points per game, which was a massive jump from the previous year. He also made the All-Star Team for the first time in his career in the same season. Harden continued his offensive dominance and was unstoppable at times. In 2018, he was the scoring champion and also clinched the NBA MVP award. He won the scoring title in the next two seasons as well. However, he could not lead the Rockets to the NBA Finals. After spending nine seasons with the Rockets, Harden played for the Brooklyn Nets for less than two years. He then joined the Philadelphia 76ers in 2021 and has been an integral part of the team since then. Even though he is not his MVP self anymore, Harden is still a great playmaker who has averaged over 10 assists per game in the last five seasons. He was also the assists leader for the 2022-23 season. Nov 14, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) during the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports Following the 2022â€“23 season, Harden picked up his $35.6 million option to remain with the 76ers but eventually requested a trade, joining the Los Angeles Clippers in October 2023. With the Clippers, Harden surpassed NBA icon Jerry West for the 23rd place on the league&#8217;s all-time scoring list. James Harden&#8217;s net worth 2024 NBA superstar James Harden is one of the highest-paid players in the league. In 2022, Forbes ranked him #12 on the world&#8217;s highest-paid athletes list, after he earned over $74 million that year. According to various reports, Harden has an estimated net worth of $165 million. His salary for the 2022-23 season playing for the Philadelphia 76ers is reportedly $33 million. In his 14 seasons in the league, Harden has earned over $300 million in NBA salaries. The crafty guard has also amassed tens of millions in endorsements, partnerships, and investments. James Harden&#8217;s career stats Regular season stats: Games played &#8211; 1035 Points per game &#8211; 24.4 Assists per game &#8211; 7.1 Rebounds per game &#8211; 5.6 &nbsp; Playoffs stats: Games played &#8211; 160 Points per game &#8211; 22.7 Assists per game &#8211; 6.3 Rebounds per game &#8211; 5.5 James Harden&#8217;s partnerships and endorsements James Harden reportedly signed a 13-year $200 million deal with Adidas in 2015 after leaving Nike. It is the second largest Adidas deal in sports history, only behind soccer superstar Lionel Messi. Harden earns around $15 million per year from this deal. From his other endorsement deals and partnerships, he earns an estimated $30 million a year in total. Some of the biggest endorsement and partnership deals of Harden are as follows: Body Armor Beats Electronics Amazon EA Sports GoPuff State Farm Stance Socks James Harden&#8217;s investments James Harden has made some major investments with his investment firm 13 Endeavours. According to reports, he has invested big inÂ Mitchell &amp; Ness, Jackpot, Art of Sport, Workstream, Pura, etc. In 2014, he reportedly invested $60 million in BodyArmor. Then in 2021, Coca-Cola acquired the energy drink brand which gave Harden a whopping 4000% return on investment. Furthermore, he also has a small stake in the Houston Dynamo of MLS with an investment of $15 million in 2019. In 2021, Harden purchased a minority stake in luxury retailer Saks. James Harden&#8217;s major achievements and awards NBA Most Valuable Player (2018) 10Ã— NBA All-Star (2013â€“2022) 6Ã— All-NBA First Team (2014, 2015, 2017â€“2020) All-NBA Third Team (2013) NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2012) 3Ã— NBA scoring champion (2018â€“2020) 2Ã— NBA assists leader (2017, 2023) NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2010) NBA 75th Anniversary Team Consensus first-team All-American (2009) Pac-10 Player of the Year (2009) 2Ã— First-team All-Pac-10 (2008, 2009) No. 13 jersey retired by Arizona State Sun Devils Second-team Parade All-American (2007) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2007) James Harden&#8217;s contract details James Harden signed a two-year $68 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2022. With this, he agreed to receive $33 million for the 2022-23 season and $35 million for the 2023-24 season. Following the 2022â€“23 season, Harden picked up his $35.6 million option to remain with the 76ers but eventually requested a trade. He was eventually acquired by the Los Angeles Clippers for an undisclosed amount. James Harden&#8217;s shoe deals James Harden is currently locked into the 13-year $200 million deal that he signed with Adidas in August 2015. As per reports, Nike was unwilling to match the number tabled by Adidas, with The Beard still the face of the brand. Derrick Rose of the Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard, and LA Clippers star John Wall have also signed similar deals. James Harden&#8217;s charity and foundation James Harden and his mother Monja Willis foundedÂ theÂ &#8220;3 The Harden Way&#8221; foundation. The foundation aims to provide higher education to children in need. He also established the &#8220;Impact 13 Foundation&#8221;,Â which is on a mission to help people with socio-economic disadvantages and empower women and the youth in the fields of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, fashion, and sports. James Harden&#8217;s car collection James Harden has a great car collection and has been seen in some of his luxury rides from time to time. Some of the most dazzling cars in his collection are theÂ Rolls-Royce Wraith, theÂ Range Rover Autobiography, the Bentley Bentayga, a Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon, and a yellow Chevrolet Camaro SS. James Harden&#8217;s house James Harden is one of the biggest fashion icons in the NBA right now. So when it came to his mansion, he did not play around. In 2019, the 10-time NBA All-Star shelled out $10 million to buy a luxury property in Houston that required three years to build. The estate spans over 3.5 acres with 8 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms. The grand two-storied mansion has a gym, a theatre, a library, a game room, and a wine room, among other amenities. The house also has a large outdoor garden and an infinity swimming pool. James Harden&#8217;s social media accounts  Instagram @jharden13  Twitter @JHarden13  Facebook @JamesHarden    Full Name James Edward Harden Jr.  Popular Name James Harden  Birth Date August 26, 1989  Birth Place Los Angeles, California  Age 34  Height 6&#8242; 5&#8243; (1.96 m)  Weight 220 lbs (100 kg)  Parents James Harden Sr. and Monja Willis  Siblings Akili Roberson and Arnique Jelks  Nationality American  Ethnicity African American  Net Worth $165 million  Salary $33 million  Relationship/Marital Status Single  Profession Basketball player  Team Philadelphia 76ers

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<strong>Kyle Kuzma 2021: Net worth, salary &amp; endorsements</strong>

Kyle Kuzma is an <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/">NBA</a> player currently playing for the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/washington-wizards/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Washington Wizards</a>. He is the son of Karri Kuzma, who played shot put at the high school level.

Kuzma attended Bentley High School in Michigan and later played college basketball for Utah. He came into the NBA via the 2017 draft, where Brooklyn Nets selected him as a first-round pick. Kuzma, however, moved to Los Angeles Lakers in a draft-day trade. After keeping him on the roster for four seasons, the LA-based franchise then traded him to the Wizards.

Kyle Kuzma usually plays in the power forward position and has sported jersey no. 0.
<h2>Kyle Kuzma and Los Angeles Lakers</h2>
Kuzma played four complete seasons with the Lakers and represented them in two postseasons. As the Lakers were rebuilding their side, many believed Kuzma could be a future star in the team. However, his impact in purple and gold remained mediocre as he ended the 2020-21 season on a poor note.

[caption id="attachment_642903" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-642903" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-04-11T012345Z_1378777697_MT1USATODAY15878766_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-BROOKLYN-NETS.jpg" alt="Lakers key players benched against Brooklyn Nets" width="1920" height="1280" /> Apr 10, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Marc Gasol (14) and small forward Kyle Kuzma (0) and power forward Anthony Davis (3) and small forward LeBron James (23) watch from the bench during the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters[/caption]
<h2>Kyle Kuzma’s stats</h2>
<a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/k/kuzmaky01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kriss Kross Kuzma</a> averaged 12.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game in the 2020-21 NBA season.
<h2>Kyle Kuzma’s 2021 net worth and endorsements</h2>
Celebrity Net Worth estimates the net worth of Kuzma as $3 million (updated on September 29, 2021). Kuzma signed a 3-year rookie extension contract with the Lakers. According to Spotrac, his contract is worth $39 million equally divided over three years. He will be an unrestricted free agent at a 29-YO age in 2024.

Kuzma signed a five-year sneaker deal with Puma. He also endorses the GOAT (Greatest of All-Time) app.
<h2>Kyle Kuzma charity</h2>
In August 2018, Kuzma supplied 300 backpacks and school supplies at a free basketball camp. In 2019, Kuzma contributed to building a new basketball court in Berston.

Kuzma had once acknowledged how his inspiration and teammate (now former) <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lebron-james/">LeBron James</a> leads by example, not only on the court but also off it, with his philanthropic activities.

[caption id="attachment_520896" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-520896" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210120003045/2020-12-31T025210Z_1454692653_MT1USATODAY15379739_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-SAN-ANTONIO-SPURS-1.jpg" alt="Lakers' Kyle Kuzma" width="1920" height="1280" /> Dec 30, 2020; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (0) shoots over San Antonio Spurs forward Drew Eubanks (14) in the second quarter at AT&amp;T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2>How to contact Kyle Kuzma?</h2>
<strong>Kyle Kuzma</strong><strong>’s Twitter: </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/kylekuzma/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://twitter.com/kylekuzma/</a>

<strong>Kyle Kuzma</strong><strong>’s Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kuz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/kuz/</a>
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<td width="189"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="177">26</td>
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<tr>
<td width="189"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="177">Unmarried</td>
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<td width="189"><strong>Girlfriend</strong></td>
<td width="177">Winnie Harlow</td>
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<tr>
<td width="189"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="177">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="189"><strong>Team</strong></td>
<td width="177">Los Angeles Lakers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="189"><strong>Rings</strong></td>
<td width="177">One</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="189"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td width="177">6’ 8”</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="189"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td width="177">100 kg</td>
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<td width="189"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td width="177">2.14 m</td>
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<td width="189"><strong>Shoes</strong></td>
<td width="177">Puma</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="189"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="177">Puma, GOAT</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Kyle Kuzma

Kyle Kuzma 2021: Net worth, salary &amp; endorsements Kyle Kuzma is an NBA player currently playing for the Washington Wizards. He is the son of Karri Kuzma, who played shot put at the high school level. Kuzma attended Bentley High School in Michigan and later played college basketball for Utah. He came into the NBA via the 2017 draft, where Brooklyn Nets selected him as a first-round pick. Kuzma, however, moved to Los Angeles Lakers in a draft-day trade. After keeping him on the roster for four seasons, the LA-based franchise then traded him to the Wizards. Kyle Kuzma usually plays in the power forward position and has sported jersey no. 0. Kyle Kuzma and Los Angeles Lakers Kuzma played four complete seasons with the Lakers and represented them in two postseasons. As the Lakers were rebuilding their side, many believed Kuzma could be a future star in the team. However, his impact in purple and gold remained mediocre as he ended the 2020-21 season on a poor note. Apr 10, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Marc Gasol (14) and small forward Kyle Kuzma (0) and power forward Anthony Davis (3) and small forward LeBron James (23) watch from the bench during the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters Kyle Kuzma’s stats Kriss Kross Kuzma averaged 12.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game in the 2020-21 NBA season. Kyle Kuzma’s 2021 net worth and endorsements Celebrity Net Worth estimates the net worth of Kuzma as $3 million (updated on September 29, 2021). Kuzma signed a 3-year rookie extension contract with the Lakers. According to Spotrac, his contract is worth $39 million equally divided over three years. He will be an unrestricted free agent at a 29-YO age in 2024. Kuzma signed a five-year sneaker deal with Puma. He also endorses the GOAT (Greatest of All-Time) app. Kyle Kuzma charity In August 2018, Kuzma supplied 300 backpacks and school supplies at a free basketball camp. In 2019, Kuzma contributed to building a new basketball court in Berston. Kuzma had once acknowledged how his inspiration and teammate (now former) LeBron James leads by example, not only on the court but also off it, with his philanthropic activities. Dec 30, 2020; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (0) shoots over San Antonio Spurs forward Drew Eubanks (14) in the second quarter at AT&amp;T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports How to contact Kyle Kuzma? Kyle Kuzma’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/kylekuzma/ Kyle Kuzma’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kuz/  Age 26  Marital Status Unmarried  Girlfriend Winnie Harlow  Nationality American  Team Los Angeles Lakers  Rings One  Height 6’ 8”  Weight 100 kg  Wingspan 2.14 m  Shoes Puma  Endorsements Puma, GOAT

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LeBron James

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 style="text-align: center"><b>Markieff Morris 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Markieff Morris is a 6-foot-8 power forward who plays for the Miami Heat in the NBA. Markieff and his twin brother Marcus been in the league since 2011, and the former won his maiden chip with the Lakers in 2020. </span>

[caption id="attachment_791756" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-791756" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-09-27T170518Z_1946465884_MT1USATODAY16839782_RTRMADP_3_NBA-MIAMI-HEAT-MEDIA-DAY.jpg" alt="Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris" width="1920" height="1280" /> Sep 27, 2021; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris (8) poses for a picture during media day at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">Morris was born on September 2, 1989, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended Preparatory Charter School in his hometown before transferring to APEX Academy in New Jersey. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Markieff Morris pursued basketball as a career right from high-school and was considered to be a four-star recruit upon graduation. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Markieff Morris and his twin brother</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">There are five brothers in the Morris family, and two of them are identical twins. Much to their delight, both Markieff and Marcus followed a similar high-school and university path leading up to the NBA. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">They enrolled in the same high-schools and the twins united to join the University of Kansas and took up American Studies as their major. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Their life was very much identical up to a point. The twins were given no partial taste of success as kids, but life in the NBA proved to be different. Morris twins still share an inseparable bond, and their NBA draft success also has an eerie pattern.</span>

<img class="size-full wp-image-228279 aligncenter" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200222083058/Markieff-and-Marcus-Morris-Boston-e1548949024666.jpg" alt="" width="1152" height="853" />

<span style="font-weight: 400">Markieff is the older twin, as he was born seven minutes before Marcus. The same path prevailed in their NBA careers as the former was picked as the 13th overall pick in the 2011 draft, and Marcus was picked just five minutes later as the 14th pick! </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Markieff Morris NBA Career</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Phoenix Suns picked up Markieff Morris in the 2011 draft, and he fit in well with the team. Morris put up averages of 7.4 points per game and 4.4 rebounds per game, and the numbers went on the rise as years passed. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The Suns did not make the playoffs during Morris’ stay, and he was traded to the Washington Wizards in 2016. A terrible rookie year as Wizard saw Morris miss more than half the season due to multiple injuries. Washington then traded him to the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2019, a move that hardly worked out for either party. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">He ended up playing just 24 games for the Thunder, starting just one. A few months later, he moved to the Eastern Conference and joined the Detroit Pistons. After one season with the Pistons, an unsettled Morris agreed to a buyout in his contract and signed with the Los Angeles Lakers. </span>

[caption id="attachment_791755" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-791755" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-10-09T010831Z_584235309_MT1USATODAY16915922_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PRESEASON-MIAMI-HEAT-AT-SAN-ANTONIO-SPURS.jpg" alt="Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris" width="1920" height="1508" /> Oct 8, 2021; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Luka Samanic (19) and Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris (8) battle for the ball in the first half at AT&amp;T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">He became a Laker in February 2020, and the veteran was indeed a valuable addition to the championship roster. Morris started a few games in the NBA playoffs for the Lakers and contributed from the bench as well. After two seasons in LA, Morris head to South Beach, joining the Heat in the 2021 off-season. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Major Achievements </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA champion (2020)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Second-team All-Big 12 (2011)</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Markieff Morris NBA Stats</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Markieff Morris is a veteran athlete who has gained valuable experience in the NBA. Though he’s in his 30s now, the forward can be vital at crunch moments with his two-way talent. Morris’ best season in terms of points came when he was with the Suns back in 2015. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">In the 2020-21 season, Morris averaged <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/m/morrima02.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">6.7 points</a>, 4.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Markieff Morris Current Contract</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">After his two-year tenure with the Lakers, Morris chose to take his talents to South Beach, signing a one-year deal with the Miami Heat worth <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/miami-heat/markieff-morris-8064/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$2,641,691</a>. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Markieff Morris 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Markieff Morris has earned several million through his NBA career. The veteran has been playing for nearly a decade and his total career salary adds up to $45,196,432, per </span><a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-lakers/markieff-morris-8064/cash-earnings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">Spotrac</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Though Morris isn’t involved in any massive endorsement deal now, he’s signed a few in the past. The Morris twins were formerly the face of the ‘And 1’ footwear brand, but the </span><a href="https://sgbonline.com/and-1-signs-morris-twins-to-endorsement-deal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">deal</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> expired back in 2015. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Markieff Morris Foundation and Charity</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Markieff Morris has set up a philanthropic organization called ‘Family Over Everything Foundation, Inc.’ along with his twin brother and former NBA player Thomas Robinson. It was founded in 2017 to streamline major charitable efforts. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Per their </span><a href="https://foefoundation.org/about-us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">website</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">, <em>“Family Over Everything Foundation provides assistance to members of underserved communities, specifically, members of single-parent households, children and youth in underserved areas, members of the Philadelphia, PA; Washington, D.C.; Los Angeles, CA and other communities.”</em></span>
<h2><b>Markieff Morris NBA Sneaker Contract</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Morris is a sneakerhead, and he’s enjoyed several player editions with Nike. However, the Heat player was spotted wearing the ‘Nike Zoom Kobe 4 Protro’ as a tribute to the late Kobe Bryant. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Furthermore, Morris has also sported LeBron James’ Nike signatures and his own PE’s the ‘Nike Air Foamposite One.’</span>
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<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">31</span></td>
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<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Married (Thereza Morris)</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center"><b>Children</b></p>
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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 (2020)</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">6’8” (2.03 m)</span></p>
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<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">245 lb (111 kg)</span></td>
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<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">6’10” (2.08 m)</span></p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>How to contact Markieff Morris</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Markieff Morris Instagram: </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/keefmorris5.0/?hl=en"><b>keefmorris5.0</b></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Markieff Morris Twitter: </span><a href="https://twitter.com/keefmorris"><b>@Keefmorris</b></a></p>

Markieff Morris

Markieff Morris 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Markieff Morris is a 6-foot-8 power forward who plays for the Miami Heat in the NBA. Markieff and his twin brother Marcus been in the league since 2011, and the former won his maiden chip with the Lakers in 2020.  Sep 27, 2021; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris (8) poses for a picture during media day at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports Morris was born on September 2, 1989, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended Preparatory Charter School in his hometown before transferring to APEX Academy in New Jersey.  Markieff Morris pursued basketball as a career right from high-school and was considered to be a four-star recruit upon graduation.  Markieff Morris and his twin brother There are five brothers in the Morris family, and two of them are identical twins. Much to their delight, both Markieff and Marcus followed a similar high-school and university path leading up to the NBA.  They enrolled in the same high-schools and the twins united to join the University of Kansas and took up American Studies as their major.  Their life was very much identical up to a point. The twins were given no partial taste of success as kids, but life in the NBA proved to be different. Morris twins still share an inseparable bond, and their NBA draft success also has an eerie pattern. Markieff is the older twin, as he was born seven minutes before Marcus. The same path prevailed in their NBA careers as the former was picked as the 13th overall pick in the 2011 draft, and Marcus was picked just five minutes later as the 14th pick!  Markieff Morris NBA Career Phoenix Suns picked up Markieff Morris in the 2011 draft, and he fit in well with the team. Morris put up averages of 7.4 points per game and 4.4 rebounds per game, and the numbers went on the rise as years passed.  The Suns did not make the playoffs during Morris’ stay, and he was traded to the Washington Wizards in 2016. A terrible rookie year as Wizard saw Morris miss more than half the season due to multiple injuries. Washington then traded him to the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2019, a move that hardly worked out for either party.  He ended up playing just 24 games for the Thunder, starting just one. A few months later, he moved to the Eastern Conference and joined the Detroit Pistons. After one season with the Pistons, an unsettled Morris agreed to a buyout in his contract and signed with the Los Angeles Lakers.  Oct 8, 2021; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Luka Samanic (19) and Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris (8) battle for the ball in the first half at AT&amp;T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports He became a Laker in February 2020, and the veteran was indeed a valuable addition to the championship roster. Morris started a few games in the NBA playoffs for the Lakers and contributed from the bench as well. After two seasons in LA, Morris head to South Beach, joining the Heat in the 2021 off-season.  Major Achievements  NBA champion (2020) Second-team All-Big 12 (2011) Markieff Morris NBA Stats Markieff Morris is a veteran athlete who has gained valuable experience in the NBA. Though he’s in his 30s now, the forward can be vital at crunch moments with his two-way talent. Morris’ best season in terms of points came when he was with the Suns back in 2015.  In the 2020-21 season, Morris averaged 6.7 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game. Markieff Morris Current Contract After his two-year tenure with the Lakers, Morris chose to take his talents to South Beach, signing a one-year deal with the Miami Heat worth $2,641,691.  Markieff Morris 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements  Markieff Morris has earned several million through his NBA career. The veteran has been playing for nearly a decade and his total career salary adds up to $45,196,432, per Spotrac.  Though Morris isn’t involved in any massive endorsement deal now, he’s signed a few in the past. The Morris twins were formerly the face of the ‘And 1’ footwear brand, but the deal expired back in 2015.  Markieff Morris Foundation and Charity Markieff Morris has set up a philanthropic organization called ‘Family Over Everything Foundation, Inc.’ along with his twin brother and former NBA player Thomas Robinson. It was founded in 2017 to streamline major charitable efforts.  Per their website, “Family Over Everything Foundation provides assistance to members of underserved communities, specifically, members of single-parent households, children and youth in underserved areas, members of the Philadelphia, PA; Washington, D.C.; Los Angeles, CA and other communities.” Markieff Morris NBA Sneaker Contract Morris is a sneakerhead, and he’s enjoyed several player editions with Nike. However, the Heat player was spotted wearing the ‘Nike Zoom Kobe 4 Protro’ as a tribute to the late Kobe Bryant.  Furthermore, Morris has also sported LeBron James’ Nike signatures and his own PE’s the ‘Nike Air Foamposite One.’   Age 31  Marital Status Married (Thereza Morris)   Children 1  NBA Championship Rings 1 (2020)   Nationality American  Height 6’8” (2.03 m)   Weight 245 lb (111 kg)  Wingspan 6’10” (2.08 m)   How to contact Markieff Morris Markieff Morris Instagram: keefmorris5.0 Markieff Morris Twitter: @Keefmorris

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Rajon Rondo: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Rajon Rondo went down as the 21st overall pick in the 2006 NBA Draft to enter the league. Rondo holds a significant record to his name of being the second only player to have won a championship with both the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Los Angeles Lakers</a> and Boston Celtics. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo was born on February 22, 1986, in Louisville, Kentucky, and attended Eastern High School in his hometown for three years. He excelled in his junior year, gathering averages of 27.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists, but transferred to a different school to complete his senior year. </span>

[caption id="attachment_398471" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-398471" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201003132051/2020-09-11T014552Z_313952615_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-HOUSTON-ROCKETS-2.jpg" alt="Rajon Rondo at the 2020 NBA Playoffs" width="1920" height="1257" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">He had already established himself as a top-point guard when he joined Oak Hill Academy and managed to lived up to his expectations as a senior. Rondo averaged a double-double in his final high-school year with 21.0 points and 12.0 assists per game. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">He broke the single-season assist record at Oak Hill and also became the second All-Time bucket-getter in a game when he notched up 55.0 points as a senior. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo committed to the University of Kentucky after high-school and spent two years there. His promising displays earned Rondo a spot on the SEC All-Freshman team that year, even though Kentucky failed to advance to the final four of the NCAA Tournament. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo averaged 11.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2.1 steals in his sophomore year, a slight improvement from his freshman numbers. However, his 87 total steals during his rookie season still stands as a </span><a href="https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/schools/kentucky/leaders-and-records-season.html"><span style="font-weight: 400">record</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> in the Kentucky Wildcats’ history books. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Rajon Rondo NBA career </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo decided to forego his remaining two seasons at Kentucky and declared his eligibility for the 2006 <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a> Draft. The Phoenix Suns selected him with the 21st overall pick and he went down as the first point guard to be selected in the draft.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo was traded to the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/boston-celtics/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celtics</a> which saw the dawn of a long-term relationship. The Celtics thrived with Rondo on the roster and vice-versa. His Basketball IQ proved to be of great value and he formed a great partnership with Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett at that time. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The 6’1” point guard was an integral part of Boston’s 2008 championship team as he averaged nearly seven assists a game in the finals. His stint with the Celtics ended after 2014, and Rondo found himself leapfrogging between several teams in the association. </span>

[caption id="attachment_427894" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-427894" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2020-10-04T233812Z_568343172_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-MIAMI-HEAT.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo in 2020 NBA Finals" width="1920" height="1258" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rajon Rondo followed a similar pattern when he left the Celtics. One year stints with the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/dallas-mavericks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mavericks</a>, Kings, Bulls, and the Pelicans seemed to be an underwhelming continuation of what began as an impressive career. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">However, Rondo found back his old-glory when he joined the Lakers in 2018. His massive experience fit in well with the purple and gold’s roster and he proved his worth by playing a massive role in the Lakers’ 2020 championship quest. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Major Achievements </b></h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA champion (2008, 2020)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">4× NBA All-Star (2010–2013)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">All-NBA Third Team (2012)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2010, 2011)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2009, 2012)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">3× NBA assists leader (2012, 2013, 2016)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA steals leader (2010)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2007)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Second-team Parade All-American (2004)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">McDonald's All-American (2004)</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Rajon Rondo NBA Stats </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Rajon Rondo has played for several teams in his NBA career, but fans would always identify him as a Celtic, first and foremost. The level of impact and the reputation he gained during his early years was massive. </span>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">He averaged a career-high 13.7 PPG on two different occasions, and the same applies to his assist-record as well. A lot of this speaks about how consistent the veteran has been in the league. Here are his </span><a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/r/rondora01.html"><span style="font-weight: 400">career-averages</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> as recorded at the end of the 2019/20 regular season. </span>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>G</b></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>GS</b></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>MP</b></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>FG%</b></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>FT%</b></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>TRB</b></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>AST</b></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>STL</b></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>BLK</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><b>PTS</b></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">873</span></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">729</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">31.0</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">.458</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">.606</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">4.7</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">8.3</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">1.7</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">0.1</span></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">10.2</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Rajon Rondo Current Contract</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Rajon Rondo signed a </span><a href="https://hoopshype.com/player/rajon-rondo/salary/"><span style="font-weight: 400">two-year contract</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. The deal was worth just above $5million and included a player option for 2021. However, upon winning the championship, Rondo decided that he will opt out of the player contract and head into free agency.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Rajon Rondo Net Worth and Endorsements </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo has been an NBA player for several seasons and has inarguably cemented in place in the history books. As of 2020, he would’ve roughly </span><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/breaking-down-rajon-rondo-total-nba-salary-from-his-career/"><span style="font-weight: 400">earned</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> $102,807,152 through his league contracts. Moreover, </span><a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/rajon-rondo-net-worth/#:~:text=Rajon%20Rondo%20net%20worth%3A%20Rajon,net%20worth%20of%20%2435%20million."><i><span style="font-weight: 400">Celebrity Net Worth</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> estimates Rondo’s overall value at $35 million. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo has a sneaker </span><a href="https://sponsorpitch.com/properties/rajon-rondo"><span style="font-weight: 400">endorsement deal</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> currently running with Chinese brand ‘Anta.’ He inked the eight-year deal back in 2014 after previously weakening Nike and Adidas sneakers. He can also be booked for a keynote speech or virtual meetings through </span><a href="https://www.athletespeakers.com/speaker/rajon-rondo"><span style="font-weight: 400">athletespeakers.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Rajon Rondo Sneaker Contract</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo’s current deal with Anta expires only by 2022 and he’s been wearing them since the 2014 season. Klay Thompson also endorses the same brand as he signed a massive 10-year-deal with the brand. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rondo’s most popular sneakers are the Anta RR5 </span><a href="https://ballershoesdb.com/players/rajon-rondo/"><span style="font-weight: 400">and the</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Anta RR2 which come in shades of red and blue respectively. </span>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>Age</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">34</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><b>Marital Status</b></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Dating Latoia Fitzgerald</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>Children</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Two</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><b>NBA Championship Rings</b></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">2 ( 2008, 2020)</span></td>
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<tr>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>Nationality</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">American</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><b>Height</b></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">6′ 1″ (1.85 m)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>Weight</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">180 lbs (82 kg)</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><b>Endorsements</b></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Anta</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center"><b>Wingspan</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">6’7” (2.06m)</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>How to contact Rajon Rondo</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Rajon Rondo Instagram: </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rajonrondo/?hl=en"><b>rajonrondo</b></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Rajon Rondo Twitter:</span> <a href="https://twitter.com/rajonrondo?lang=en"><b>@RajonRondo</b></a></p>

Rajon Rondo

Rajon Rondo: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Rajon Rondo went down as the 21st overall pick in the 2006 NBA Draft to enter the league. Rondo holds a significant record to his name of being the second only player to have won a championship with both the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics.  Rondo was born on February 22, 1986, in Louisville, Kentucky, and attended Eastern High School in his hometown for three years. He excelled in his junior year, gathering averages of 27.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists, but transferred to a different school to complete his senior year.  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports He had already established himself as a top-point guard when he joined Oak Hill Academy and managed to lived up to his expectations as a senior. Rondo averaged a double-double in his final high-school year with 21.0 points and 12.0 assists per game.  He broke the single-season assist record at Oak Hill and also became the second All-Time bucket-getter in a game when he notched up 55.0 points as a senior.  Rondo committed to the University of Kentucky after high-school and spent two years there. His promising displays earned Rondo a spot on the SEC All-Freshman team that year, even though Kentucky failed to advance to the final four of the NCAA Tournament.  Rondo averaged 11.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2.1 steals in his sophomore year, a slight improvement from his freshman numbers. However, his 87 total steals during his rookie season still stands as a record in the Kentucky Wildcats’ history books.  Rajon Rondo NBA career  Rondo decided to forego his remaining two seasons at Kentucky and declared his eligibility for the 2006 NBA Draft. The Phoenix Suns selected him with the 21st overall pick and he went down as the first point guard to be selected in the draft. Rondo was traded to the Celtics which saw the dawn of a long-term relationship. The Celtics thrived with Rondo on the roster and vice-versa. His Basketball IQ proved to be of great value and he formed a great partnership with Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett at that time.  The 6’1” point guard was an integral part of Boston’s 2008 championship team as he averaged nearly seven assists a game in the finals. His stint with the Celtics ended after 2014, and Rondo found himself leapfrogging between several teams in the association.  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Rajon Rondo followed a similar pattern when he left the Celtics. One year stints with the Mavericks, Kings, Bulls, and the Pelicans seemed to be an underwhelming continuation of what began as an impressive career.  However, Rondo found back his old-glory when he joined the Lakers in 2018. His massive experience fit in well with the purple and gold’s roster and he proved his worth by playing a massive role in the Lakers’ 2020 championship quest.  Major Achievements  2× NBA champion (2008, 2020) 4× NBA All-Star (2010–2013) All-NBA Third Team (2012) 2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2010, 2011) 2× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2009, 2012) 3× NBA assists leader (2012, 2013, 2016) NBA steals leader (2010) NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2007) Second-team Parade All-American (2004) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2004) Rajon Rondo NBA Stats  Rajon Rondo has played for several teams in his NBA career, but fans would always identify him as a Celtic, first and foremost. The level of impact and the reputation he gained during his early years was massive.  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports He averaged a career-high 13.7 PPG on two different occasions, and the same applies to his assist-record as well. A lot of this speaks about how consistent the veteran has been in the league. Here are his career-averages as recorded at the end of the 2019/20 regular season.   G GS MP FG% FT% TRB AST STL BLK PTS   873 729 31.0 .458 .606 4.7 8.3 1.7 0.1 10.2   Rajon Rondo Current Contract Rajon Rondo signed a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. The deal was worth just above $5million and included a player option for 2021. However, upon winning the championship, Rondo decided that he will opt out of the player contract and head into free agency. Rajon Rondo Net Worth and Endorsements  Rondo has been an NBA player for several seasons and has inarguably cemented in place in the history books. As of 2020, he would’ve roughly earned $102,807,152 through his league contracts. Moreover, Celebrity Net Worth estimates Rondo’s overall value at $35 million.  Rondo has a sneaker endorsement deal currently running with Chinese brand ‘Anta.’ He inked the eight-year deal back in 2014 after previously weakening Nike and Adidas sneakers. He can also be booked for a keynote speech or virtual meetings through athletespeakers.com.  Rajon Rondo Sneaker Contract Rondo’s current deal with Anta expires only by 2022 and he’s been wearing them since the 2014 season. Klay Thompson also endorses the same brand as he signed a massive 10-year-deal with the brand.  Rondo’s most popular sneakers are the Anta RR5 and the Anta RR2 which come in shades of red and blue respectively.   Age 34   Marital Status Dating Latoia Fitzgerald  Children Two   NBA Championship Rings 2 ( 2008, 2020)  Nationality American   Height 6′ 1″ (1.85 m)  Weight 180 lbs (82 kg)   Endorsements Anta  Wingspan 6’7” (2.06m)   How to contact Rajon Rondo Rajon Rondo Instagram: rajonrondo Rajon Rondo Twitter: @RajonRondo

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