In 2011, Dwight Howard became the first player to win three consecutive Defensive Player of the Year awards. But now Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-utah-jazz-its-never-gonna-be-perfect-rudy-gobert-opens-up-on-relationship-with-donovan-mitchell/] has a chance to match this record. After winning the award in 2018 and 2019, Gobert is among the favorites to win the award again. His teammate Joe Ingles certainly believes Gobert has what it takes to win. “I would hope so, I think for the last few years he’s obviously been in that top echelon,” Ingles [https://www.deseret.com/sports/2020/7/19/21330495/headband-joe-ingles-rudy-gobert-dpoy-utah-jazz-scrimmages-nba-bubble-orlando] said during a press conference. “Do I think he’s the best defender in the league? Absolutely.” Gobert is averaging two blocks right now, and with that, he has averaged at least two blocks in six out of the seven seasons he has played in the NBA. His block numbers have gone down from last season, but his rebounds have gone up. This season he is averaging a career-high 13.7 rebounds per game. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/utah-jazz-conley-ingles-gobert.jpg] CAN THE UTAH JAZZ CENTER BEAT GIANNIS AND AD? Gobert has not been as exceptional as compared to his previous two seasons. Last year, he was 2nd in Defensive Win Shares, 4th in Defensive Rating, and 5th in Defensive Box Plus/Minus. This season, he is 3rd, 9th, and 14th respectively. Compared to him, Giannis Antetokounmpo [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-basketball-well-be-excited-to-support-him-milwaukee-bucks-coach-voices-support-for-giannis-antetokounmpo-to-win-mvp/], who is the favorite to win the award, is top of the charts in each of those categories. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/giannis-gobert.jpg] Giannis was the runner up last season, and this season he has improved his defense even more. He leads the league in defensive rebounds and is third overall in rebounds per game. With his phenomenal athleticism, he can not only chase down the quickest guards but also contest the strongest big men in the league. The third player in the conversation is Anthony Davis [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-anthony-davis-reveals-lakers-preparations-with-new-joinees-jr-smith-and-dion-waiters-los-angeles-lakers-orlando-bubble/]. It is a surprise that Davis has not yet won the award, despite consistently playing elite defense. This season, he is the league leader in ‘stocks’ (steals + blocks) at 3.9 per game. Not only is he good at swatting away the ball but he can also make some crucial interceptions despite being a seven-footer, and is currently averaging 1.5 steals. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/rudy-gobert-anthony-davis.jpg] Compared to the other two, Gobert doesn’t look like the favorite. However, playing at a DPOY level for multiple years constantly is a huge achievement and the Utah Jazz will be hoping that the Stifle Tower’s defense will lead them to a championship in the years to come. 

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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>
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<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Married</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319"><strong>Wife</strong></td>
<td width="319">Marlen Polanco</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Team</strong></td>
<td width="319">Los Angeles 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>
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<td width="319"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td width="319">254lbs</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td width="319">7'6"</td>
</tr>
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<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>Dwight Howard: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Dwight Howard is a <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Los Angeles Lakers</a> player who went as the #1 overall pick in the 2004 NBA Draft. Howard is regarded as one of the Top centers at the moment and he won his maiden NBA championship in 2020 with the Lakers. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Howard was born in 1985 in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended high-school at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy and excelled as a basketball player. Howard mostly played as a small forward and he enjoyed a breakthrough season in his senior year. </span>

[caption id="attachment_411628" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-411628" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201015205912/2020-10-12T042707Z_2065757007_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-MIAMI-HEAT.jpg" alt="Dwight Howard Celebrates With The 2020 NBA Title" width="1920" height="1279" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Dwight Howard is one of the most decorated high-school players to date. He averaged 25.0 points, 18.0 rebounds, 8.1 blocks in his senior year and earned several accolades. He was named Naismith Prep Player of the Year, Gatorade National Player of the Year, and won the Morgan Wootten High School Player of the Year Award. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Howard also starred in the 2004 McDonald’s All-American game and took home the MVP honors along with J.R. Smith. </span>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Also Read:</strong> <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-lebron-james-and-dwight-howard-top-the-elite-list-of-high-school-players-to-win-three-major-individual-honors-chris-webber-michael-porter-jr-los-angeles-lakers-denver-nuggets-basketball/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LeBron James and Dwight Howard Top the Elite List of High-School Players to Win Three Major Individual Honors</a></p>

<h2 style="text-align: center;"><b>Dwight Howard NBA career </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Dwight Howard earned a massive reputation as a high-schooler and he decided to forego college and join the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a>. It was a similar move to that of Kevin Garnett in 1995 and it made sense because Howard idolized Garnett.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/orlando-magic/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Orlando Magic</a> had the #1 pick in the 2004 draft, and they weren’t willing to give up a player of Howard’s quality even though he had no college experience. The 6’10” center wasted no time in settling into the league and immediately showcased his talent on the big stage.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Howard started all 82 games for the Magic in his rookie season which went down as an NBA record. He showed tremendous room for improvement and by the 2008 season, Howard was one of the best players in the NBA by far. He won three successive DPOY awards from 2009-2011.</span>

[caption id="attachment_407310" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-407310" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201011203504/2020-10-10T013322Z_1346946769_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-MIAMI-HEAT-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-1.jpg" alt="Jimmy Butler Goes Up For A Layup" width="1920" height="1280" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Howard led the Magic to their second finals series in franchise history against the Los Angeles Lakers in 2009. He was simply sensational throughout the series and averaged 15.4 points and 15.2 rebounds in five games, even though it came at a losing cause. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">A <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-former-teammate-shuts-down-dwight-howard-critics-over-his-controversial-exit-from-orlando-magic-jameer-nelson-basketball/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">few misunderstandings</a> led to Howard’s exit from the team after which he struggled to replicate his form. Short stints with five different teams including the Lakers hurt his career as he lost his footing as the best center in the league. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Howard came back to Los Angeles in 2019 and re-signed with the Lakers for a second time. This stint proved to be monumental as Howard earned his first chip in 2020. He anchored the Lakers’ defense and put up a strong performance in the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/orlando-bubble/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA bubble</a> to guide the team to the championship. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><b>Major Achievements </b></h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">NBA champion (2020)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">8× NBA All-Star (2007–2014)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">5× All-NBA First Team (2008–2012)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">All-NBA Second Team (2014)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2× All-NBA Third Team (2007, 2013)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">3× NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2009–2011)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">4× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2009–2012)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2008)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">NBA All-Rookie First Team (2005)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">5× NBA rebounding leader (2008–2010, 2012, 2013)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2× NBA blocks leader (2009, 2010)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion (2008)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Naismith Prep Player of the Year (2004)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">McDonald's All-American Game Co-MVP (2004)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">First-team Parade All-American (2004)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mr. Georgia Basketball (2004)</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><b>Dwight Howard NBA Stats </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Dwight Howard peaked during his final years with the Magic as he put up tremendous numbers. He displayed massive leadership during his time in Orlando and will undoubtedly become a Hall of Famer in the future.</span>

[caption id="attachment_411627" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-411627" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201015205852/2020-10-12T022112Z_1954481329_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-MIAMI-HEAT.jpg" alt="Dwight Howard Celebrates Winning The Championship With LeBron James" width="1920" height="1280" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Howard posted career-high point </span><a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/h/howardw01.html"><span style="font-weight: 400;">averages</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> during the 2010-11 NBA season. He put up 22.9 points per game and recorded 14.1 rebounds. Here are his career statistics as recorded at the end of the 2019/20 regular-season. </span>
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<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 style="text-align: center;"><b>PTS</b></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1113</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1045</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">33.5</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">.586</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">.565</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">12.3</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1.4</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">0.9</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1.9</span></td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">16.7</span></td>
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</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><b>Dwight Howard Current Contract</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Dwight Howard signed a one-year deal with the Lakers worth $2,564,753. He is represented by his </span><a href="https://hoopshype.com/player/dwight-howard/salary/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">agent</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Charles Briscoe of Briscoe Sports Group, who made him the 11th most paid Laker during the 2019/20 season. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">As things stand, Howard is currently an unrestricted free-agent eying to sign a lucrative contract with any team who wants to avail his service. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><b>Dwight Howard Net Worth and Endorsements </b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Dwight Howard has made a lot of money through his contracts and endorsement deals. He was once the top-paid player in the league but doesn’t enjoy the status anymore. However, he is still worth a lot and </span><a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/dwight-howard-net-worth/#:~:text=Dwight%20Howard%20Net%20Worth%20and,net%20worth%20of%20%24140%20million."><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Celebrity Net Worth</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> estimates Howard’s value at $140 million. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Furthermore, Howard has endorsed several brands in his career which includes the likes of Adidas and McDonalds. He signed a </span><a href="https://www.sportspromedia.com/news/confirmed_peak_sport_sign_nba_star_dwight_howard#:~:text=Confirmed%3A%20Peak%20Sport%20signs%20NBA,NBA%20player%20to%20sponsorship%20roster.&amp;text=National%20Basketball%20Association%20(NBA)%20star,with%20Chinese%20sportswear%20manufacturer%20Peak."><span style="font-weight: 400;">multi-year deal</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in 2015 with Chinese brand ‘Peak Sport’ and the overall value was around $31.5 million. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><b>Dwight Howard Sneaker Contract</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">During his Magic days, Howard had signed a lucrative sneaker deal with Adidas, but the deal has now expired. Moreover, his contract with Chinese brand ‘Peak’ has also come to an end, and Howard was wearing Adidas Kobe editions for most of the 2020 season. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">It was reported that Howard </span><a href="https://fadeawayworld.net/2020/10/01/dwight-howard-passed-on-6-figure-sneaker-deal-offers-back-in-february-because-he-wanted-to-continue-wearing-kobes/#:~:text=NBA%202K21-,Dwight%20Howard%20Passed%20On%206%2DFigure%20Sneaker%20Deal%20Offers%20Back,Wanted%20To%20Continue%20Wearing%20Kobes&amp;text=Dwight%20Howard%20may%20have%20lost,came%20out%20as%20a%20winner."><span style="font-weight: 400;">passed on</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> humungous sneaker deals to rep Kobe sneakers in honor of the fallen legend. Howard donned the ‘Nike Kobe V Proto’ and the ‘Nike Kobe AD Exodus’ during the 2019/20 season.</span>
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<td>
<p style="text-align: center;"><b>Age</b></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">26</span></td>
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<td style="text-align: center;"><b>Marital Status</b></td>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Engaged (Te’a Cooper)</span></p>
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<tr>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center;"><b>Children</b></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Five</span></td>
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<tr>
<td style="text-align: center;"><b>NBA Championship Rings</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 ( 2020)</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center;"><b>Nationality</b></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">American</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center;"><b>Height</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">6′ 10″ (2.08 m)</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center;"><b>Weight</b></p>
</td>
<td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">186 lbs (84 kg)</span></td>
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<td style="text-align: center;"><b>Wingspan</b></td>
<td>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">7’5” (2.13m)</span></p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><b>How to contact Dwight Howard </b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dwight Howard Instagram:</span> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dwighthoward/"><b>dwighthoward</b></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dwight Howard Twitter: </span><a href="https://twitter.com/dwighthoward?lang=en"><b>@DwightHoward</b></a></p>

Dwight Howard

Dwight Howard: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Dwight Howard is a Los Angeles Lakers player who went as the #1 overall pick in the 2004 NBA Draft. Howard is regarded as one of the Top centers at the moment and he won his maiden NBA championship in 2020 with the Lakers.  Howard was born in 1985 in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended high-school at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy and excelled as a basketball player. Howard mostly played as a small forward and he enjoyed a breakthrough season in his senior year.  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Dwight Howard is one of the most decorated high-school players to date. He averaged 25.0 points, 18.0 rebounds, 8.1 blocks in his senior year and earned several accolades. He was named Naismith Prep Player of the Year, Gatorade National Player of the Year, and won the Morgan Wootten High School Player of the Year Award.  Howard also starred in the 2004 McDonald’s All-American game and took home the MVP honors along with J.R. Smith.  Also Read: LeBron James and Dwight Howard Top the Elite List of High-School Players to Win Three Major Individual Honors Dwight Howard NBA career  Dwight Howard earned a massive reputation as a high-schooler and he decided to forego college and join the NBA. It was a similar move to that of Kevin Garnett in 1995 and it made sense because Howard idolized Garnett. The Orlando Magic had the #1 pick in the 2004 draft, and they weren’t willing to give up a player of Howard’s quality even though he had no college experience. The 6’10” center wasted no time in settling into the league and immediately showcased his talent on the big stage. Howard started all 82 games for the Magic in his rookie season which went down as an NBA record. He showed tremendous room for improvement and by the 2008 season, Howard was one of the best players in the NBA by far. He won three successive DPOY awards from 2009-2011. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Howard led the Magic to their second finals series in franchise history against the Los Angeles Lakers in 2009. He was simply sensational throughout the series and averaged 15.4 points and 15.2 rebounds in five games, even though it came at a losing cause.  A few misunderstandings led to Howard’s exit from the team after which he struggled to replicate his form. Short stints with five different teams including the Lakers hurt his career as he lost his footing as the best center in the league.  Howard came back to Los Angeles in 2019 and re-signed with the Lakers for a second time. This stint proved to be monumental as Howard earned his first chip in 2020. He anchored the Lakers’ defense and put up a strong performance in the NBA bubble to guide the team to the championship.  Major Achievements  NBA champion (2020) 8× NBA All-Star (2007–2014) 5× All-NBA First Team (2008–2012) All-NBA Second Team (2014) 2× All-NBA Third Team (2007, 2013) 3× NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2009–2011) 4× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2009–2012) NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2008) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2005) 5× NBA rebounding leader (2008–2010, 2012, 2013) 2× NBA blocks leader (2009, 2010) NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion (2008) Naismith Prep Player of the Year (2004) McDonald&#8217;s All-American Game Co-MVP (2004) First-team Parade All-American (2004) Mr. Georgia Basketball (2004) Dwight Howard NBA Stats  Dwight Howard peaked during his final years with the Magic as he put up tremendous numbers. He displayed massive leadership during his time in Orlando and will undoubtedly become a Hall of Famer in the future. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Howard posted career-high point averages during the 2010-11 NBA season. He put up 22.9 points per game and recorded 14.1 rebounds. Here are his career statistics as recorded at the end of the 2019/20 regular-season.   G GS MP FG% FT% TRB AST STL BLK PTS  1113 1045 33.5 .586 .565 12.3 1.4 0.9 1.9 16.7  Dwight Howard Current Contract Dwight Howard signed a one-year deal with the Lakers worth $2,564,753. He is represented by his agent Charles Briscoe of Briscoe Sports Group, who made him the 11th most paid Laker during the 2019/20 season.  As things stand, Howard is currently an unrestricted free-agent eying to sign a lucrative contract with any team who wants to avail his service.  Dwight Howard Net Worth and Endorsements  Dwight Howard has made a lot of money through his contracts and endorsement deals. He was once the top-paid player in the league but doesn’t enjoy the status anymore. However, he is still worth a lot and Celebrity Net Worth estimates Howard’s value at $140 million.  Furthermore, Howard has endorsed several brands in his career which includes the likes of Adidas and McDonalds. He signed a multi-year deal in 2015 with Chinese brand ‘Peak Sport’ and the overall value was around $31.5 million.  Dwight Howard Sneaker Contract During his Magic days, Howard had signed a lucrative sneaker deal with Adidas, but the deal has now expired. Moreover, his contract with Chinese brand ‘Peak’ has also come to an end, and Howard was wearing Adidas Kobe editions for most of the 2020 season.  It was reported that Howard passed on humungous sneaker deals to rep Kobe sneakers in honor of the fallen legend. Howard donned the ‘Nike Kobe V Proto’ and the ‘Nike Kobe AD Exodus’ during the 2019/20 season.   Age 26  Marital Status Engaged (Te’a Cooper)   Children Five  NBA Championship Rings 1 ( 2020)   Nationality American  Height 6′ 10″ (2.08 m)   Weight 186 lbs (84 kg)  Wingspan 7’5” (2.13m)    How to contact Dwight Howard  Dwight Howard Instagram: dwighthoward Dwight Howard Twitter: @DwightHoward

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong><b>Who is Giannis Antetokounmpo?</b></strong></h2>
Giannis Antetokounmpo or the<em> "Greek Freak"</em> is one of those names that have spurred the <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" target="_self" rel="noopener">NBA</a> circuit in recent times. Born in Greece to Nigerian parents, Antetokounmpo began playing basketball for the youth teams of Filathlitikos, eventually playing for their senior team. Following this, the power forward declared himself eligible for the NBA Draft in 2013, where Antetokounmpo was drafted with the 15th overall pick by the <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/milwaukee-bucks/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Milwaukee Bucks</a>, a team he has been playing for since then. He wears the No. 34 jersey.

[caption id="attachment_2593533" align="alignnone" width="5064"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2593533" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-01-04T034350Z_1590397656_MT1USATODAY22217926_RTRMADP_3_NBA-MILWAUKEE-BUCKS-AT-INDIANA-PACERS.jpg" alt="" width="5064" height="3379" /> Jan 3, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Over his career, Antetokounmpo has been an NBA All-Star seven times. Giannis also won two successive MVP trophies in 2019 and 2020 to solidify his status as a star in the league. After multiple seasons of being heavily criticized for his failure to win a title, the power forward silenced his critics winning his first championship and Final MVP in 2021. In the 2023-24 season, he is continuing his top form, with the Bucks now a force to be reckoned with in the East.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Giannis Antetokounmpo's early life </b></h2>
Born in Athens to Nigerian immigrant parents, Charles and Veronica <span style="font-weight: 400">Antetokounmpo</span>, in 1994, Giannis Antetokounmpo grew up in a tough environment, with his family struggling to afford the basics. He started playing basketball around age 7, finding an escape and a passion for the sport. By his mid-teens, he had left school to focus on helping provide for his family, taking odd jobs around the city.

Basketball became more than just a game for the young athlete â€“ it was, perhaps, an opening for a better life. That once far-off dream, however, was soon realized, with Antetokounmpo's first-round selection in the 2013 NBA draft.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Giannis Antetokounmpo's wife and children</b></h2>
<p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0" class="comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html">Giannis Antetokounmpo fathers three children with his fiancee Mariah Riddlesprigger: his two sons Liam, 4, and Maverick Shai, 2, and his new-born daughter Eva Brooke. He has four brothers, Francis, Thanasis, Kostas, and Alex. Two of his siblings are contemporaries in the league, with Kostas securing a championship in 2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers and Thanasis with the Bucks in 2021.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Giannis Antetokounmpo's career timeline</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Drafted 15th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2013 NBA draft, Antetokounmpo was n</span><span style="font-weight: 400">amed to the NBA All-Rookie second team in his first season. Over the next few years, he quickly exceeded expectations, growing into a versatile scorer, lockdown defender, and facilitator all in an athletic 6â€™11â€ frame.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">He broke out in his third season, averaging 16.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game and earning the Most Improved Player award. In the 2019-20 season, the Greek had another one of his finer campaigns, putting up 27.7 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 5.9 assists to lead the Bucks to their best-ever record in the NBA. </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400">(56-17). </span></i>

<span style="font-weight: 400">In 2021, Giannis delivered on his promise by spearheading the Bucks to the NBA title and earning a Finals MVP title in the process. He then went on to sign one of the largest contracts in NBA history, a 5-year $228 million extension with the Bucks.</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Giannis Antetokoumpo's major achievements</strong></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Champion (2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Finals MVP (2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2Ã— NBA Most Valuable Player (2019, 2020)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">7Ã— NBA All-Star (2017â€“2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Star Game MVP (2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">5Ã— All-NBA First Team (2019â€“2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2Ã— All-NBA Second Team (2017, 2018)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2020)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">4Ã— NBA All-Defensive First Team (2019â€“2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2017)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Most Improved Player (2017)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2014)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA 75th Anniversary Team</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">FIBA EuroBasket Top Scorer (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Euroscar Player of the Year (2018)</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Giannis Antetokounmpo stats</strong></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Games played - 758</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Points per game - 23.1</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Assists per game - 4.8</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rebounds per game - 9.7</span>

<b>Playoffs stats:</b>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Games played - 79</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Points per game - 26.6</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Assists per game - 5.2</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Rebounds per game - 12.0</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Giannis Antetokounmpo's 2024 net worthÂ </strong></h2>
Giannis Antetokounmpo's net worth in 2024 is estimated to be $70 million. In October, after much speculation, the Bucks and Giannis agreed on a massive super-max contract, which tied the 'Greek Freak' with the Bucks for five more years.

The deal is worth close to $228 million and the player is guaranteed the entire amount, including an opt-out in the fourth year. <span style="font-weight: 400">Notably, he currently averages a salary of approximately $45.64 million through his 10-year career in the NBA.</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Giannis Antetokounmpo contract</h2>
Here is a breakdown of his contract extension with the Bucks:
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<tbody>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 32.5123%">2023/24</td>
<td class="table-value" style="height: 24px;width: 133.226%">$45,640,084</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 32.5123%">2024/25</td>
<td class="table-value" style="height: 24px;width: 133.226%">$48,787,676</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 32.5123%">2025/26</td>
<td class="table-value" style="height: 24px;width: 133.226%">$57,604,894</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 32.5123%">2026/27</td>
<td class="table-value" style="height: 24px;width: 133.226%">$62,213,285</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 24px">
<td class="table-key" style="height: 24px;width: 32.5123%">2027/28</td>
<td class="table-value" style="height: 24px;width: 133.226%">$66,821,676</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2><strong style="text-align: center">Endorsement deals of Giannis Antetokounmpo</strong></h2>
The seven-time NBA All-Star was the 19th Highest-Paid Athlete in the World in 2020. Now, he earns over $25 million from his endorsement deals. His major endorsements include JBL, Tissot, 2K Sports, Hulu, and Nike.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Giannis Antetokounmpo foundation and charity</strong></h2>
<p class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 16px">
In 2019, Giannis and his brothers started the AntetokounBros Academy. The academy aims to help young boys and girls jump-start their professional basketball careers. Moreover, the foundation, funded by Giannis' official sports apparel partner Nike, will run for two years in Athens.Â </span></p>

<h2><b>Giannis Antetokounmpoâ€™s social media accounts</b></h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Instagram</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/giannis_an34/"><b>https://www.instagram.com/giannis_an34/</b></a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Twitter</span></td>
<td><a href="https://twitter.com/giannis_an34"><b>https://twitter.com/giannis_an34</b></a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Facebook</span></td>
<td><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GreekFreakOfficial/"><b>https://www.facebook.com/GreekFreakOfficial/</b></a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Website</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">N/A</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><b>Personal Information:</b></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Full Name</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Giannis Sina Ugo Antetokounmpo</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Popular Name</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Giannis Antetokounmpo</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Date of Birth</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">6th December, 1994</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Place</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Athens, Greece</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">6 feet 11 inches</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">243 lb</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Parents</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Charles Antetokounmpo (Father)</span><span style="font-weight: 400">Veronica Antetokounmpo (Mother)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Siblings</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Francis Antetokounmpo</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Thanasis Antetokounmpo</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Kostas Antetokounmpo</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Alex Antetokounmpo</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Greek / Nigerian</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Ethnicity</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nigerian</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Net Worth</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$70 Million</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Salary</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$45.6 Million</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Spouse</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Mariah Riddlesprigger (Fiancee)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Relationship/Marital Status</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Engaged</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Children</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">3</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Profession</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Basketball Player</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Team</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Milwaukee Bucks</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Rings</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">1</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Who is Giannis Antetokounmpo? Giannis Antetokounmpo or the &#8220;Greek Freak&#8221; is one of those names that have spurred the NBA circuit in recent times. Born in Greece to Nigerian parents, Antetokounmpo began playing basketball for the youth teams of Filathlitikos, eventually playing for their senior team. Following this, the power forward declared himself eligible for the NBA Draft in 2013, where Antetokounmpo was drafted with the 15th overall pick by the Milwaukee Bucks, a team he has been playing for since then. He wears the No. 34 jersey. Jan 3, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports Over his career, Antetokounmpo has been an NBA All-Star seven times. Giannis also won two successive MVP trophies in 2019 and 2020 to solidify his status as a star in the league. After multiple seasons of being heavily criticized for his failure to win a title, the power forward silenced his critics winning his first championship and Final MVP in 2021. In the 2023-24 season, he is continuing his top form, with the Bucks now a force to be reckoned with in the East. Giannis Antetokounmpo&#8217;s early life Born in Athens to Nigerian immigrant parents, Charles and Veronica Antetokounmpo, in 1994, Giannis Antetokounmpo grew up in a tough environment, with his family struggling to afford the basics. He started playing basketball around age 7, finding an escape and a passion for the sport. By his mid-teens, he had left school to focus on helping provide for his family, taking odd jobs around the city. Basketball became more than just a game for the young athlete â€“ it was, perhaps, an opening for a better life. That once far-off dream, however, was soon realized, with Antetokounmpo&#8217;s first-round selection in the 2013 NBA draft. Giannis Antetokounmpo&#8217;s wife and children Giannis Antetokounmpo fathers three children with his fiancee Mariah Riddlesprigger: his two sons Liam, 4, and Maverick Shai, 2, and his new-born daughter Eva Brooke. He has four brothers, Francis, Thanasis, Kostas, and Alex. Two of his siblings are contemporaries in the league, with Kostas securing a championship in 2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers and Thanasis with the Bucks in 2021. Giannis Antetokounmpo&#8217;s career timeline Drafted 15th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2013 NBA draft, Antetokounmpo was named to the NBA All-Rookie second team in his first season. Over the next few years, he quickly exceeded expectations, growing into a versatile scorer, lockdown defender, and facilitator all in an athletic 6â€™11â€ frame. He broke out in his third season, averaging 16.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game and earning the Most Improved Player award. In the 2019-20 season, the Greek had another one of his finer campaigns, putting up 27.7 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 5.9 assists to lead the Bucks to their best-ever record in the NBA. (56-17). In 2021, Giannis delivered on his promise by spearheading the Bucks to the NBA title and earning a Finals MVP title in the process. He then went on to sign one of the largest contracts in NBA history, a 5-year $228 million extension with the Bucks. Giannis Antetokoumpo&#8217;s major achievements NBA Champion (2021) NBA Finals MVP (2021) 2Ã— NBA Most Valuable Player (2019, 2020) 7Ã— NBA All-Star (2017â€“2023) NBA All-Star Game MVP (2021) 5Ã— All-NBA First Team (2019â€“2023) 2Ã— All-NBA Second Team (2017, 2018) NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2020) 4Ã— NBA All-Defensive First Team (2019â€“2022) NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2017) NBA Most Improved Player (2017) NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2014) NBA 75th Anniversary Team FIBA EuroBasket Top Scorer (2022) Euroscar Player of the Year (2018) Giannis Antetokounmpo stats Games played &#8211; 758 Points per game &#8211; 23.1 Assists per game &#8211; 4.8 Rebounds per game &#8211; 9.7 Playoffs stats: Games played &#8211; 79 Points per game &#8211; 26.6 Assists per game &#8211; 5.2 Rebounds per game &#8211; 12.0 Giannis Antetokounmpo&#8217;s 2024 net worthÂ  Giannis Antetokounmpo&#8217;s net worth in 2024 is estimated to be $70 million. In October, after much speculation, the Bucks and Giannis agreed on a massive super-max contract, which tied the &#8216;Greek Freak&#8217; with the Bucks for five more years. The deal is worth close to $228 million and the player is guaranteed the entire amount, including an opt-out in the fourth year. Notably, he currently averages a salary of approximately $45.64 million through his 10-year career in the NBA. Giannis Antetokounmpo contract Here is a breakdown of his contract extension with the Bucks:  2023/24 $45,640,084  2024/25 $48,787,676  2025/26 $57,604,894  2026/27 $62,213,285  2027/28 $66,821,676  Endorsement deals of Giannis Antetokounmpo The seven-time NBA All-Star was the 19th Highest-Paid Athlete in the World in 2020. Now, he earns over $25 million from his endorsement deals. His major endorsements include JBL, Tissot, 2K Sports, Hulu, and Nike. Giannis Antetokounmpo foundation and charity In 2019, Giannis and his brothers started the AntetokounBros Academy. The academy aims to help young boys and girls jump-start their professional basketball careers. Moreover, the foundation, funded by Giannis&#8217; official sports apparel partner Nike, will run for two years in Athens.Â  Giannis Antetokounmpoâ€™s social media accounts  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/giannis_an34/  Twitter https://twitter.com/giannis_an34  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreekFreakOfficial/  Website N/A    Personal Information:  Full Name Giannis Sina Ugo Antetokounmpo  Popular Name Giannis Antetokounmpo  Date of Birth 6th December, 1994  Birth Place Athens, Greece  Height 6 feet 11 inches  Weight 243 lb  Parents Charles Antetokounmpo (Father)Veronica Antetokounmpo (Mother)  Siblings Francis Antetokounmpo Thanasis Antetokounmpo Kostas Antetokounmpo Alex Antetokounmpo  Nationality Greek / Nigerian  Ethnicity Nigerian  Net Worth $70 Million  Salary $45.6 Million  Spouse Mariah Riddlesprigger (Fiancee)  Relationship/Marital Status Engaged  Children 3  Profession Basketball Player  Team Milwaukee Bucks  Rings 1

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Early Life</strong></h2>
Rudy Gobert was born on June 26, 1992, in Saint-Quentin, France, to parents, Rudy Bourgarel and Corinne Gobert and his father is where he gets his French heritage from. But that isn't the sole inheritance. Rudy Bourgarel is a former basketball player who played at Marist College from 1985 to 1988 as a center. His commitments with the French men's national basketball team affected his chances of getting drafted by the NBA in 1989. The outcome "destroyed him," Rudy Jr. reveals. However, it was here, playing in Paris, that Rudy Sr. met Corinne Gobert.

Unfortunately, the family's time as one was short-lived. Three years after Rudy Gobert was born, his parents split. Bourgarel moved to Guadeloupe while Rudy stayed in Saint-Quentin with his mom, facing challenges as a mixed-race kid. Nonetheless, Gobert reveals he <em>"was never offended by it."</em> Instead, he seems to have channeled his focus on basketball when his father called every week, talking and teaching about the hoops.

It was ultimately in 2003 that Rudy Gobert started playing basketball. He initially joined the JSC St-Quentin club before transferring to the Saint-Quentin BB club. In 2007 then, Gobert joined Cholet Basket Training Centre, a club that plays for LNB Pro A. Three years later, he represented France in the <span style="font-weight: 400">FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship and finished as the team's best scorer and rebounder with 9.2 and 9 average respectively.Â </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Professional Career</h2>
<h4><b>Cholet (2011â€“2013)</b></h4>
Following his run at the Cholet training center, Rudy Gobert joined the junior team in 2009. A year later, he made the senior team debut, playing just one game to record 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 steal against Pau-Lacq-Orthez. In the 2011-12 season, he played 29 games for an average of 4.2 points and made it to 27 games the next campaign -- 2012-13 for an improved 8.4 ppg. Following this, Gobert made his way to the NBA.
<h4><span style="font-weight: 400">Â </span><b>Utah Jazz (2013â€“2022)</b></h4>
Rudy Gobert played 6 successful seasons with the Utah Jazz, helping the team and himself grow impressively in defensive ranking. He was the 27th overall pick in the 2013 draft by the Denver Nuggets but was traded to the Utah Jazz the very same night.<span style="font-weight: 400"> Entering the league, Gobert had a wingspan of 7'9'' which was registered as unprecedented. His nickname, "The Stifle Tower" thus came to be. He finished his rookie season having played 45 games averaging 2.3 points while also playing 8 games for Bakersfield Jam in the NBA G League. He averaged 13.9 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 0.4 assists.Â </span>

Gobert then came to be known as a crucial player in Jazz's defense when he replaced Enes Kanter and went on to lead the team's defense with 98.0. He also improved one of the worst teams in defensive ranking to top the table in 2014, post-break. This was followed by a four-year, $102 million contract extension, that made him the best-paid French athlete, in 2015-16 and then a $205 million 5-year contract --- the biggest for a center.

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In the process, Rudy Gobert earned the Defensive Player of the Year thrice, All-Star reserve thrice, and four All-NBA appearances. In 2019-20, He helped the team into the playoffs and proved an only formidable opponent for the likes of Nikola Jokic, dominant on both offense and defense. Averaging 15 points and 13 rebounds per game, Rudy came to be the face of the team while being considered the best screener in the NBA.

Gobert, who had wished to be 'the best big man' in his rookie year, finished his run with the Jazz, leading the league in rebounds and FG% with 14.7 and 71.3% respectively. He also earned his sixth straight NBA All-Defensive First Team spot before being traded off to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

<b>Minnesota Timberwolves (2022â€“present)</b>

Gobert was traded off to the Minnesota Timberwolves in July 2022 and debuted strong with 23 points and 16 rebounds against the OKC Thunder a few months later. In January 2023, the star center recorded his 9th 20/20 in a game against the LA Clippers with 25 points and 21 rebounds. That was the second one since joining the Timberwolves and last as of May 2025. He led the team to his 7th playoff averaging 13.4 points, and 11.6 rebounds.

The next year, Gobert earned his fourth DOPY title, leading the league with a rating of 104.4 while carrying the Timberwolves positioned No.1. His fourth title ties with Dikembe Mutombo and Ben Wallace for the most in NBA history.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>National Team Career</strong></h2>
Rudy Gobert represents France on International stages and has been successful in acquiring a few medals but none gold. In 2011, he secured a bronze for the French in the <span style="font-weight: 400">FIBA Europe U-20 Championships after losing to Italy. The next year, France finished second in the FIBA U20 European Championship after falling to Lithuania.Â </span>

Then grown as a defensive prowess in the NBA, Rudy Gobert helped the team to a bronze at FIBA Basketball World Cup 2014. It was followed up by another third-place finish the next year at EuroBasket 2015 and the 2019 World Cup. The Olympics in 2021 and the EuroBasket 2022, however, brought along a silver.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rudy Gobert Stats</h2>
<h4>Regular Season:</h4>
<ul>
 	<li>Games played: 757</li>
 	<li>Points per game: 12.7</li>
 	<li>Rebounds per game: 11.8</li>
 	<li>Assists per game: 2.1</li>
</ul>
<h4>Playoffs Season:</h4>
<ul>
 	<li>Games Played: 66</li>
 	<li>Points per game: 13.4</li>
 	<li>Rebounds per game: 11.2</li>
 	<li>Assists per game: 1.6</li>
</ul>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words"><strong>Best Scoring Seasons</strong></p>

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 	<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">2018-19 (Utah): 15.9 ppg, 12.9 rpg, 2.3 bpg</li>
 	<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">2021-22 (Utah): 15.6 ppg, 14.7 rpg, 2.1 bpg</li>
 	<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">2019-20 (Utah): 15.1 ppg, 13.5 rpg, 2.0 bpg</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Accolades and Legacy</h2>
7X NBA All-Defensive First Team - 2017-2022, 2024

4X Defensive Player of the Year - 2018, 2019, 2021, 2024

4Ã— All-NBA - 2017, 2019-2021

3X NBA All-Star 2020-2022

French Player of the Year - 2019

2022 NBA Rebounding leader - 14.7

2017Â NBA blocks leader - 2.6
<h2 style="text-align: center">Records</h2>
<ul>
 	<li>Most single-season dunks - 306</li>
 	<li>Fourth NBA Player to have 30 consecutive 10+ rebounds</li>
 	<li>Most rebounds for the JazzÂ in a game, with 28</li>
 	<li>First French-born to win NBA Defensive Player of the Year</li>
 	<li>Third player to win DOPY title four times</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rudy Gobert off the court</h2>
Rudy Gobert is reportedly in a relationship with Julia Bonilla, who is also from France. She hosts a podcast called "Journey," while also being an artistic director and agent. The two revealed their relationship only in February 2024, when announcing pregnancy. They welcomed their firstborn, a son on May 6th, when the Wolves were to contest in the 2024 playoffs.

Moreover, Gobert also runs a non-profit organization, Rudy's Kids Foundation, to protect, empower, and improve the lives of kids. The foundation helps out charities whose mission is to ensure that kids have access to opportunities and resources. He also donated $500,000 to help COVID-19-affected people and those working in the services in 2020.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Net Worth and Endorsements</h2>
Celebrity Net Worth estimates Rudy Gobert's net worth to be $60 million with an average annual salary of $41 million. This arrives with his 5-year $205,000,002 contract with the Utah Jazz. He further owns an 11,000-square-foot house in Salt Lake City, purchased in 2017 for $3.9 million.

Gobert has endorsed about 7 brands so far in his career. The prominent ones happen to be Nike, Air Max Dominate, Yoplait, and Intenza Fitness, which reportedly bring him a million in earnings.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Social Media</h2>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/rudygobert27/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://x.com/rudygobert27?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter,</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RudyGobert27">Facebook</a>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">French</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px"><strong>Birth Date</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">June 26, 1992</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px"><strong>Place of Birth</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Saint-Quentin, France</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">7 feet 1 inch</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">258 lbs</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">7 feet 9 inches</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px"><strong>Position</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Center</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Unmarried</td>
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Rudy Gobert

Early Life Rudy Gobert was born on June 26, 1992, in Saint-Quentin, France, to parents, Rudy Bourgarel and Corinne Gobert and his father is where he gets his French heritage from. But that isn&#8217;t the sole inheritance. Rudy Bourgarel is a former basketball player who played at Marist College from 1985 to 1988 as a center. His commitments with the French men&#8217;s national basketball team affected his chances of getting drafted by the NBA in 1989. The outcome &#8220;destroyed him,&#8221; Rudy Jr. reveals. However, it was here, playing in Paris, that Rudy Sr. met Corinne Gobert. Unfortunately, the family&#8217;s time as one was short-lived. Three years after Rudy Gobert was born, his parents split. Bourgarel moved to Guadeloupe while Rudy stayed in Saint-Quentin with his mom, facing challenges as a mixed-race kid. Nonetheless, Gobert reveals he &#8220;was never offended by it.&#8221; Instead, he seems to have channeled his focus on basketball when his father called every week, talking and teaching about the hoops. It was ultimately in 2003 that Rudy Gobert started playing basketball. He initially joined the JSC St-Quentin club before transferring to the Saint-Quentin BB club. In 2007 then, Gobert joined Cholet Basket Training Centre, a club that plays for LNB Pro A. Three years later, he represented France in the FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship and finished as the team&#8217;s best scorer and rebounder with 9.2 and 9 average respectively.Â  Professional Career Cholet (2011â€“2013) Following his run at the Cholet training center, Rudy Gobert joined the junior team in 2009. A year later, he made the senior team debut, playing just one game to record 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 steal against Pau-Lacq-Orthez. In the 2011-12 season, he played 29 games for an average of 4.2 points and made it to 27 games the next campaign &#8212; 2012-13 for an improved 8.4 ppg. Following this, Gobert made his way to the NBA. Â Utah Jazz (2013â€“2022) Rudy Gobert played 6 successful seasons with the Utah Jazz, helping the team and himself grow impressively in defensive ranking. He was the 27th overall pick in the 2013 draft by the Denver Nuggets but was traded to the Utah Jazz the very same night. Entering the league, Gobert had a wingspan of 7&#8217;9&#8221; which was registered as unprecedented. His nickname, &#8220;The Stifle Tower&#8221; thus came to be. He finished his rookie season having played 45 games averaging 2.3 points while also playing 8 games for Bakersfield Jam in the NBA G League. He averaged 13.9 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 0.4 assists.Â  Gobert then came to be known as a crucial player in Jazz&#8217;s defense when he replaced Enes Kanter and went on to lead the team&#8217;s defense with 98.0. He also improved one of the worst teams in defensive ranking to top the table in 2014, post-break. This was followed by a four-year, $102 million contract extension, that made him the best-paid French athlete, in 2015-16 and then a $205 million 5-year contract &#8212; the biggest for a center. Jan 1, 2021; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) reacts after a basket against the LA Clippers in the fourth quarter at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Swinger-USA TODAY Sports In the process, Rudy Gobert earned the Defensive Player of the Year thrice, All-Star reserve thrice, and four All-NBA appearances. In 2019-20, He helped the team into the playoffs and proved an only formidable opponent for the likes of Nikola Jokic, dominant on both offense and defense. Averaging 15 points and 13 rebounds per game, Rudy came to be the face of the team while being considered the best screener in the NBA. Gobert, who had wished to be &#8216;the best big man&#8217; in his rookie year, finished his run with the Jazz, leading the league in rebounds and FG% with 14.7 and 71.3% respectively. He also earned his sixth straight NBA All-Defensive First Team spot before being traded off to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Minnesota Timberwolves (2022â€“present) Gobert was traded off to the Minnesota Timberwolves in July 2022 and debuted strong with 23 points and 16 rebounds against the OKC Thunder a few months later. In January 2023, the star center recorded his 9th 20/20 in a game against the LA Clippers with 25 points and 21 rebounds. That was the second one since joining the Timberwolves and last as of May 2025. He led the team to his 7th playoff averaging 13.4 points, and 11.6 rebounds. The next year, Gobert earned his fourth DOPY title, leading the league with a rating of 104.4 while carrying the Timberwolves positioned No.1. His fourth title ties with Dikembe Mutombo and Ben Wallace for the most in NBA history. National Team Career Rudy Gobert represents France on International stages and has been successful in acquiring a few medals but none gold. In 2011, he secured a bronze for the French in the FIBA Europe U-20 Championships after losing to Italy. The next year, France finished second in the FIBA U20 European Championship after falling to Lithuania.Â  Then grown as a defensive prowess in the NBA, Rudy Gobert helped the team to a bronze at FIBA Basketball World Cup 2014. It was followed up by another third-place finish the next year at EuroBasket 2015 and the 2019 World Cup. The Olympics in 2021 and the EuroBasket 2022, however, brought along a silver. Rudy Gobert Stats Regular Season: Games played: 757 Points per game: 12.7 Rebounds per game: 11.8 Assists per game: 2.1 Playoffs Season: Games Played: 66 Points per game: 13.4 Rebounds per game: 11.2 Assists per game: 1.6 Best Scoring Seasons 2018-19 (Utah): 15.9 ppg, 12.9 rpg, 2.3 bpg 2021-22 (Utah): 15.6 ppg, 14.7 rpg, 2.1 bpg 2019-20 (Utah): 15.1 ppg, 13.5 rpg, 2.0 bpg Accolades and Legacy 7X NBA All-Defensive First Team &#8211; 2017-2022, 2024 4X Defensive Player of the Year &#8211; 2018, 2019, 2021, 2024 4Ã— All-NBA &#8211; 2017, 2019-2021 3X NBA All-Star 2020-2022 French Player of the Year &#8211; 2019 2022 NBA Rebounding leader &#8211; 14.7 2017Â NBA blocks leader &#8211; 2.6 Records Most single-season dunks &#8211; 306 Fourth NBA Player to have 30 consecutive 10+ rebounds Most rebounds for the JazzÂ in a game, with 28 First French-born to win NBA Defensive Player of the Year Third player to win DOPY title four times Rudy Gobert off the court Rudy Gobert is reportedly in a relationship with Julia Bonilla, who is also from France. She hosts a podcast called &#8220;Journey,&#8221; while also being an artistic director and agent. The two revealed their relationship only in February 2024, when announcing pregnancy. They welcomed their firstborn, a son on May 6th, when the Wolves were to contest in the 2024 playoffs. Moreover, Gobert also runs a non-profit organization, Rudy&#8217;s Kids Foundation, to protect, empower, and improve the lives of kids. The foundation helps out charities whose mission is to ensure that kids have access to opportunities and resources. He also donated $500,000 to help COVID-19-affected people and those working in the services in 2020. Net Worth and Endorsements Celebrity Net Worth estimates Rudy Gobert&#8217;s net worth to be $60 million with an average annual salary of $41 million. This arrives with his 5-year $205,000,002 contract with the Utah Jazz. He further owns an 11,000-square-foot house in Salt Lake City, purchased in 2017 for $3.9 million. Gobert has endorsed about 7 brands so far in his career. The prominent ones happen to be Nike, Air Max Dominate, Yoplait, and Intenza Fitness, which reportedly bring him a million in earnings. Social Media Instagram, Twitter, Facebook  Nationality French  Birth Date June 26, 1992  Place of Birth Saint-Quentin, France  Height 7 feet 1 inch  Weight 258 lbs  Wingspan 7 feet 9 inches  Position Center  Marital Status Unmarried

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