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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>
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<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>
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<td width="319"><strong>Wife</strong></td>
<td width="319">Marlen Polanco</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">American</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Team</strong></td>
<td width="319">Los Angeles Lakers</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319"><strong>Rings</strong></td>
<td width="319">1</td>
</tr>
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<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>
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<td width="319"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td width="319">7'6"</td>
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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>
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<h2>Brandon Ingram 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Brandon Ingram was born in Kinston, North Carolina on September 2, 1997. He was named North Carolina's Mr. Basketball during his High school days. He won state titles in each of the four years there. Ingram managed similar success in his one year of college basketball with Duke, where was named the Atlantic Coast Conference Rookie of the Year.

[caption id="attachment_499799" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-499799" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210102090824/2021-01-01T030337Z_527147397_MT1USATODAY15383523_RTRMADP_3_NBA-NEW-ORLEANS-PELICANS-AT-OKLAHOMA-CITY-THUNDER.jpg" alt="New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram" width="1920" height="1216" /> Dec 31, 2020; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) shoots as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) defends during the second half at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

In 2016, he declared himself eligible for the 2016 NBA Draft. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers with the second overall pick. After playing three seasons in LA, the Lakers traded him to the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/new-orleans-pelicans" target="_blank" rel="noopener">New Orleans Pelicans</a> in the huge trade for Anthony Davis before the start of the 2019-20 NBA season. Since his arrival in New Orleans, Ingram has solidified himself as a star and has notched up an All-Star appearance too. He will be the franchise cornerstone for the Pelicans along with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/zion-williamson" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Zion Williamson</a>, as they hope to become a top team soon.
<h3>Major on-court achievements:</h3>
<ul>
 	<li>NBA All-Star (2020)</li>
 	<li>NBA Most Improved Player (2020)</li>
 	<li>All-Rookie Second Team (2017)</li>
 	<li>AP Honorable Mention All-American (2016)</li>
 	<li>Second-team All-ACC (2016)</li>
 	<li>ACC Rookie of the Year (2016)</li>
 	<li>McDonald's All-American (2015)</li>
 	<li>North Carolina Mr. Basketball (2015)</li>
</ul>
<h3>Brandon Ingram stats</h3>
In the 2021-22 season, Brandon Ingram averaged <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/i/ingrabr01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">22.7 points</a>, 5.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game. Since his arrival in NOLA, Ingram has put the league on notice with his scoring ability and has established himself as an elite scorer in the NBA.
<h3>Brandon Ingram Net Worth</h3>
Ingram has a net worth of $12 Million according to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/brandon-ingram-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, but it is likely that this estimate was made prior to his massive contract extension.
<h3>Brandon Ingram Current Contract:</h3>
Ingram had initially signed a 4-year rookie deal worth $23.8 million with the Los Angeles Lakers. After proving his worth with the Pelicans, he earned himself a max extension, signing a five-year, $158 million deal. He will earn $31,650,600 in the 2022-23 season.

<img class="size-full wp-image-495004" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201228175801/2020-12-15T003018Z_2088732130_MT1USATODAY15315476_RTRMADP_3_NBA-NEW-ORLEANS-PELICANS-AT-MIAMI-HEAT-1.jpg" alt="New Orleans Pelicans star Brandon Ingram" width="1920" height="1280" />

Dec 14, 2020; Miami, Florida, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) shoots the ball over Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
<h3>Brandon Ingram Endorsements</h3>
Ingram signed an endorsement deal with Adidas Basketball back in 2016, worth around $2 million annually. He also made an appearance in a commercial for Speed Stick. He has also had deals with Blk Water, Express, and Bi-Pro USA.
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<td width="319">25</td>
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<td width="319">Unmarried</td>
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<td width="319">American</td>
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<td width="319">Height</td>
<td width="319">6'8" (2.03m)</td>
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<td width="319">190lb (86kg)</td>
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Brandon Ingram 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Brandon Ingram was born in Kinston, North Carolina on September 2, 1997. He was named North Carolina&#8217;s Mr. Basketball during his High school days. He won state titles in each of the four years there. Ingram managed similar success in his one year of college basketball with Duke, where was named the Atlantic Coast Conference Rookie of the Year. Dec 31, 2020; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) shoots as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) defends during the second half at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports In 2016, he declared himself eligible for the 2016 NBA Draft. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers with the second overall pick. After playing three seasons in LA, the Lakers traded him to the New Orleans Pelicans in the huge trade for Anthony Davis before the start of the 2019-20 NBA season. Since his arrival in New Orleans, Ingram has solidified himself as a star and has notched up an All-Star appearance too. He will be the franchise cornerstone for the Pelicans along with Zion Williamson, as they hope to become a top team soon. Major on-court achievements: NBA All-Star (2020) NBA Most Improved Player (2020) All-Rookie Second Team (2017) AP Honorable Mention All-American (2016) Second-team All-ACC (2016) ACC Rookie of the Year (2016) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2015) North Carolina Mr. Basketball (2015) Brandon Ingram stats In the 2021-22 season, Brandon Ingram averaged 22.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game. Since his arrival in NOLA, Ingram has put the league on notice with his scoring ability and has established himself as an elite scorer in the NBA. Brandon Ingram Net Worth Ingram has a net worth of $12 Million according to Celebrity Net Worth, but it is likely that this estimate was made prior to his massive contract extension. Brandon Ingram Current Contract: Ingram had initially signed a 4-year rookie deal worth $23.8 million with the Los Angeles Lakers. After proving his worth with the Pelicans, he earned himself a max extension, signing a five-year, $158 million deal. He will earn $31,650,600 in the 2022-23 season. Dec 14, 2020; Miami, Florida, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) shoots the ball over Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports Brandon Ingram Endorsements Ingram signed an endorsement deal with Adidas Basketball back in 2016, worth around $2 million annually. He also made an appearance in a commercial for Speed Stick. He has also had deals with Blk Water, Express, and Bi-Pro USA.  Age 25  Marital Status Unmarried  Nationality American  Height 6&#8217;8&#8243; (2.03m)  Weight 190lb (86kg)

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<h2><b>LaMelo Ball 2021: </b><b>Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</b></h2>
[caption id="attachment_545093" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-545093" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210209090923/2021-01-15T015436Z_332056335_MT1USATODAY15434372_RTRMADP_3_NBA-CHARLOTTE-HORNETS-AT-TORONTO-RAPTORS-1.jpg" alt="LaMelo Ball" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jan 14, 2021; Tampa, Florida, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) brings the ball up the court during the first quarter of a game against the Toronto Raptors at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mary Holt-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

LaMelo Ball is a 6'6" point guard who plays for the Charlotte Hornets. They drafted him with their third pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.

LaMelo can contribute on either side of the floor. Ball is a gifted ball-handler and almost ambidextrous in his passing ability. He is easily one of the best passers to enter the NBA in a while. LaMelo is also a great rebounder and a versatile defender.

He is a scoring threat from anywhere on the floor, including the deep three-point range. However, his efficiency as a scorer has suffered due to his poor and immature shot selection.
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">LaMelo Ball Overseas Stats</span></h2>
<span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">LaMelo Ball played one season for the Illawarra Hawks in the National Basketball League in Australia. He put up strong <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/international/players/lamelo-ball-1.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">numbers</a>, but had very inconsistent shooting splits. </span>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Games</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Points</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Assists</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Rebounds</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Steals</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Blocks</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">FG%</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">3P%</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">12</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">17.0</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">6.8</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">7.6</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">1.6</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">0.1</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">37.5%</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">25.0%</span></td>
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<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">LaMelo Ball NBA Stats</span></h2>
In his debut season in the NBA, Ball lived up to the high expectations. He played his role as both facilitator and scorer for the Hornets, averaging <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/b/ballla01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">15.7 points</a>, 6.1 assists and 5.9 rebounds per game in the 2020-21 season.
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">LaMelo Ball Charlotte Hornets</span></h2>
After being drafted with the third overall pick, LaMelo has instantly become a star at Charlotte. He was a weapon off the bench for coach James Borrego, before injuries to starters allowed him to enter the starting lineup. Becoming a starter further elevated his performances, and despite spending some time on the sidelines due to injury, he made a successful return to claim the Rookie of the Year award for the 2020-21 season. He has not only become the focal point of their offense but also the floor general. And as he develops his game, his role as a primary scoring option will also increase.

[caption id="attachment_543971" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-543971" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210208115053/2021-02-07T205921Z_1097512059_MT1USATODAY15543255_RTRMADP_3_NBA-WASHINGTON-WIZARDS-AT-CHARLOTTE-HORNETS.jpg" alt="LaMelo Ball" width="1920" height="1280" /> Feb 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) shoots over Washington Wizards guard Raul Neto in the second half at Spectrum Center. The Charlotte Hornets won 119-97. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">LaMelo Ball 2021 Net Worth</span></h2>
According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/lamelo-ball-net-worth/#:~:text=LaMelo%20Ball%20net%20worth%20and,the%20son%20of%20LaVar%20Ball." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, LaMelo is currently worth $10 Million. <span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">By virtue of being the third pick, Ball guaranteed himself a $16 million contract with the Charlotte Hornets. Before he played a single game in the NBA, </span>Ball signed a deal with PUMA which could be <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/adamzagoria/2020/10/14/lamelo-ball-officially-signs-with-puma/?sh=2f486a8b57f0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">valued at up to $100 million</a>.
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">LaMelo Ball Current Contract</span></h2>
By virtue of being the #3 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, LaMelo Ball signed a rookie contract worth approximately <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/charlotte-hornets/lamelo-ball-70645/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$35.6 million</a>. He will earn $8,231,760 in the 2021-22 season.
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">LaMelo Ball Puma Deal</span></h2>
The Ball family are known for their shoes. LaMelo did not follow his brother Lonzo Ball in joining their father's Big Baller Brand. LaVar Ball has set an example for what a basketball parent should and shouldn't do. Forcing your children to play NBA basketball in sub-standard shoes is a definite no.

<img class="size-full wp-image-443734 aligncenter" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/puma-cat-logo-history-feat1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="600" />

LaMelo signed a deal with almost $100 million with Puma, which also gives him access to a private jet whenever needed. The length of the contract is unknown.

Puma currently has Kyle Kuzma, Marvin Bagley, Michael Porter Jr, Derrick Jones Jr, DeAndre Ayton, Terry Rozier, Kendrick Nunn, R.J. Barrett, Marcus Smart, and DeMarcus Cousins under contract.
<h2><span data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">How to contact LaMelo Ball?</span></h2>
LaMelo Ball can be booked through the agency <a href="https://www.athletespeakers.com/speaker/lamelo-ball" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">athletespeakers.com</a> to speak at public events or any other booking needed.

Outside that, fans can approach LaMelo on his social media handles. His <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melo/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> account is @melo and his <a href="https://twitter.com/MELOD1P" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> account is @MELOD1P.
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">19</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">United States</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">August 22, 2001</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Chino Hills, California</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">6’6</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">181 pounds</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">7’3</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Point Guard/Shooting Guard</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Chino Hills High School</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Skipped college to play for Illawarra Hawks </span></td>
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LaMelo Ball

LaMelo Ball 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Jan 14, 2021; Tampa, Florida, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) brings the ball up the court during the first quarter of a game against the Toronto Raptors at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mary Holt-USA TODAY Sports LaMelo Ball is a 6&#8217;6&#8243; point guard who plays for the Charlotte Hornets. They drafted him with their third pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. LaMelo can contribute on either side of the floor. Ball is a gifted ball-handler and almost ambidextrous in his passing ability. He is easily one of the best passers to enter the NBA in a while. LaMelo is also a great rebounder and a versatile defender. He is a scoring threat from anywhere on the floor, including the deep three-point range. However, his efficiency as a scorer has suffered due to his poor and immature shot selection. LaMelo Ball Overseas Stats LaMelo Ball played one season for the Illawarra Hawks in the National Basketball League in Australia. He put up strong numbers, but had very inconsistent shooting splits.   Games Points Assists Rebounds Steals Blocks FG% 3P%  12 17.0 6.8 7.6 1.6 0.1 37.5% 25.0%  LaMelo Ball NBA Stats In his debut season in the NBA, Ball lived up to the high expectations. He played his role as both facilitator and scorer for the Hornets, averaging 15.7 points, 6.1 assists and 5.9 rebounds per game in the 2020-21 season. LaMelo Ball Charlotte Hornets After being drafted with the third overall pick, LaMelo has instantly become a star at Charlotte. He was a weapon off the bench for coach James Borrego, before injuries to starters allowed him to enter the starting lineup. Becoming a starter further elevated his performances, and despite spending some time on the sidelines due to injury, he made a successful return to claim the Rookie of the Year award for the 2020-21 season. He has not only become the focal point of their offense but also the floor general. And as he develops his game, his role as a primary scoring option will also increase. Feb 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) shoots over Washington Wizards guard Raul Neto in the second half at Spectrum Center. The Charlotte Hornets won 119-97. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-USA TODAY Sports LaMelo Ball 2021 Net Worth According to Celebrity Net Worth, LaMelo is currently worth $10 Million. By virtue of being the third pick, Ball guaranteed himself a $16 million contract with the Charlotte Hornets. Before he played a single game in the NBA, Ball signed a deal with PUMA which could be valued at up to $100 million. LaMelo Ball Current Contract By virtue of being the #3 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, LaMelo Ball signed a rookie contract worth approximately $35.6 million. He will earn $8,231,760 in the 2021-22 season. LaMelo Ball Puma Deal The Ball family are known for their shoes. LaMelo did not follow his brother Lonzo Ball in joining their father&#8217;s Big Baller Brand. LaVar Ball has set an example for what a basketball parent should and shouldn&#8217;t do. Forcing your children to play NBA basketball in sub-standard shoes is a definite no. LaMelo signed a deal with almost $100 million with Puma, which also gives him access to a private jet whenever needed. The length of the contract is unknown. Puma currently has Kyle Kuzma, Marvin Bagley, Michael Porter Jr, Derrick Jones Jr, DeAndre Ayton, Terry Rozier, Kendrick Nunn, R.J. Barrett, Marcus Smart, and DeMarcus Cousins under contract. How to contact LaMelo Ball? LaMelo Ball can be booked through the agency athletespeakers.com to speak at public events or any other booking needed. Outside that, fans can approach LaMelo on his social media handles. His Instagram account is @melo and his Twitter account is @MELOD1P.  Age 19  Nationality United States  Birth Date August 22, 2001  Place of Birth Chino Hills, California  Height 6’6  Weight 181 pounds  Wingspan 7’3  Position Point Guard/Shooting Guard  High School Chino Hills High School  University Skipped college to play for Illawarra Hawks   Marital status Single

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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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<b>Lonzo Ball 2021: Net worth, salary &amp; endorsements</b>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Lonzo Ball was born in Anaheim, California, on October 27, 1997. He attended the Chino Hills High School in California, where he won several accolades as a basketball player. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Ball graduated from high-school and was ranked as the #1 point guard in the 2016 class. He attended college at UCLA and represented the Bruins for one year. In his freshman season, Ball was named as a consensus first-team All American. </span>

[caption id="attachment_508565" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-508565" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210109085613/2021-01-09T023639Z_1445804151_MT1USATODAY15411767_RTRMADP_3_NBA-CHARLOTTE-HORNETS-AT-NEW-ORLEANS-PELICANS.jpg" alt="LaMelo Ball vs Lonzo Ball" width="1920" height="1372" /> Jan 8, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball (2) brings the ball up court against Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) during the third quarter at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">In 2017, the Los Angeles Lakers drafted him with the second overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft. He was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2018, even though his rookie season was plagued with shoulder and knee injuries. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400"> After the 2018/19 season, he was traded to New Orleans Pelicans in a mega-deal that involved bringing Anthony Davis to the Lakers. In the next two seasons, Ball certainly showed glimpses of why he was the third overall pick in the 2017 draft as he became an incredible playmaker and improved his jump shot significantly.</span>

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-184851" src="https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Lonzo-Ball.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="533" />

While Ball has developed into a great point guard, the Pelicans certainly couldn't keep hold of their star guard. In the off-season, the Chicago Bulls splashed the cash and added the 23-year-old.

Set to play alongside the likes of Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan, Ball and the Bulls will hope that they can make a solid push to make it to the playoffs.
<h3><b>Major on-court achievements</b></h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2018)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Consensus first-team All-American (2017)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NCAA season assists leader (2017)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Wayman Tisdale Award (2017)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Pac-12 Freshman of the Year (2017)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Mr. Basketball USA (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Naismith Prep Player of the Year (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">McDonald’s All-American (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">California Mr. Basketball (2016)</span>
<h3><b>Lonzo Ball 2021 Net Worth</b></h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Celebrity Net Worth has estimated Lonzo Ball’s net worth as $12 million with a salary of $18.06 million.</span>
<h3>Lonzo Ball contact details</h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400"> In July 2017, Lonzo signed a four-year $33 million deal with the Lakers, which will pay him an average of $8 million per year.</span>

While Ball became a restricted free agent in the 2021 off-season, he was up for a massive pay day due to the progress he had made in the last two seasons.

[caption id="attachment_521847" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-521847" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210120231805/2020-12-24T012255Z_758912201_MT1USATODAY15355104_RTRMADP_3_NBA-NEW-ORLEANS-PELICANS-AT-TORONTO-RAPTORS.jpg" alt="NBA Free Agency Targets Lonzo Ball &amp; Kyle Lowry" width="1920" height="1463" /> Dec 23, 2020; Tampa, Florida, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball (2) drives to the basket as Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) defends during the first quarter at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

This off-season, Ball signed a massive four-year <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/chicago-bulls/lonzo-ball-23597/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">contract</a> of worth a whooping $80 million. The Bulls will certainly hope that Lonzo can pay off such a massive contract.
<h3><b>Lonzo Ball NBA Career Stats</b></h3>
For the 2020-21 season, Ball averaged 14.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game.

In the 217 games he has played so far, the 23-year-old has averaged 11.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game.
<h3><b>Lonzo Ball shoes</b></h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400">In college, Ball sported </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Adidas</span> <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/james-harden/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Harden</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Vol. 1. His father, LaVar Ball, had released a shoe collection under his Big Baller Brand, and released the signature ZO2 Prime shoe, which Lonzo planned to wear once he joined the NBA. However, design flaws with the shoe meant that he did not sport those shoes. The shoe was replaced by the ZO2 Prime Remix. Ball now wears the Nike Kobe AD Exodus and other Kobe signature shoes, playing as a Pelican. </span>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Age</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">23</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Team</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Chicago Bulls</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Marital Status</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Unmarried</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">American</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">6′ 6″ (1.98 m)</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">190 lb</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">2.04 m</span></td>
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<h2><strong>How to contact Lonzo Ball?</strong></h2>
<b>Lonzo Ball's Twitter: </b><a href="https://twitter.com/zo2_?lang=en#:~:text=Lonzo%20Ball%20(%40ZO2_)%20%7C%20Twitter" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400">@ZO2_</span></a>

<b>Lonzo Ball's Instagram:</b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/zo/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400"> @ZO</span></a>

Lonzo Ball

Lonzo Ball 2021: Net worth, salary &amp; endorsements Lonzo Ball was born in Anaheim, California, on October 27, 1997. He attended the Chino Hills High School in California, where he won several accolades as a basketball player.  Ball graduated from high-school and was ranked as the #1 point guard in the 2016 class. He attended college at UCLA and represented the Bruins for one year. In his freshman season, Ball was named as a consensus first-team All American.  Jan 8, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball (2) brings the ball up court against Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) during the third quarter at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports In 2017, the Los Angeles Lakers drafted him with the second overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft. He was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2018, even though his rookie season was plagued with shoulder and knee injuries.  After the 2018/19 season, he was traded to New Orleans Pelicans in a mega-deal that involved bringing Anthony Davis to the Lakers. In the next two seasons, Ball certainly showed glimpses of why he was the third overall pick in the 2017 draft as he became an incredible playmaker and improved his jump shot significantly. While Ball has developed into a great point guard, the Pelicans certainly couldn&#8217;t keep hold of their star guard. In the off-season, the Chicago Bulls splashed the cash and added the 23-year-old. Set to play alongside the likes of Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan, Ball and the Bulls will hope that they can make a solid push to make it to the playoffs. Major on-court achievements NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2018) Consensus first-team All-American (2017) NCAA season assists leader (2017) Wayman Tisdale Award (2017) Pac-12 Freshman of the Year (2017) Mr. Basketball USA (2016) Naismith Prep Player of the Year (2016) McDonald’s All-American (2016) California Mr. Basketball (2016) Lonzo Ball 2021 Net Worth Celebrity Net Worth has estimated Lonzo Ball’s net worth as $12 million with a salary of $18.06 million. Lonzo Ball contact details In July 2017, Lonzo signed a four-year $33 million deal with the Lakers, which will pay him an average of $8 million per year. While Ball became a restricted free agent in the 2021 off-season, he was up for a massive pay day due to the progress he had made in the last two seasons. Dec 23, 2020; Tampa, Florida, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball (2) drives to the basket as Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) defends during the first quarter at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports This off-season, Ball signed a massive four-year contract of worth a whooping $80 million. The Bulls will certainly hope that Lonzo can pay off such a massive contract. Lonzo Ball NBA Career Stats For the 2020-21 season, Ball averaged 14.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game. In the 217 games he has played so far, the 23-year-old has averaged 11.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game. Lonzo Ball shoes In college, Ball sported Adidas Harden Vol. 1. His father, LaVar Ball, had released a shoe collection under his Big Baller Brand, and released the signature ZO2 Prime shoe, which Lonzo planned to wear once he joined the NBA. However, design flaws with the shoe meant that he did not sport those shoes. The shoe was replaced by the ZO2 Prime Remix. Ball now wears the Nike Kobe AD Exodus and other Kobe signature shoes, playing as a Pelican.   Age 23  Team Chicago Bulls  Marital Status Unmarried  Nationality American  Height 6′ 6″ (1.98 m)  Weight 190 lb  Wingspan 2.04 m  How to contact Lonzo Ball? Lonzo Ball&#8217;s Twitter: @ZO2_ Lonzo Ball&#8217;s Instagram: @ZO

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<h2>Zion Williamson 2022: Net worth, salary &amp; endorsements</h2>
Zion Williamson is often considered the biggest prospect in the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/">NBA</a> after <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lebron-james/">LeBron James</a>. He was three years old when LeBron made his NBA debut. Born on July 6, 2000, in Salisbury, North Carolina, Williamson attended Spartanburg Day School.

Williamson played college basketball with the Duke. In his first season, he was named ACC Player of the Year, ACC Athlete of the Year, and ACC Rookie of the Year. After impressing in his first season, Williamson earned a place in the NBA with New Orleans Pelicans with the first overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.

Williamson usually plays in the power forward position and could be spotted among his Pelicans teammates with his No 1 jersey.

[caption id="attachment_546540" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-546540" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210210113034/2021-01-31T032638Z_365766399_MT1USATODAY15508290_RTRMADP_3_NBA-HOUSTON-ROCKETS-AT-NEW-ORLEANS-PELICANS.jpg" alt="New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jan 30, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) shoots while defended by Houston Rockets guard Victor Oladipo (7) in the third quarter at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Zion’s father, Lateef Williamson, was a football defensive lineman during his high school days while his mother Sharonda Samspson was a sprinter who later became a middle school physical education teacher.

Zion was known to be together with his high school girlfriend Tiana White, although some reports have claimed that the pair is no longer together.
<h2>Major achievements</h2>
NBA All-Star (2021)

Career highlights and awards

NBA All-Rookie First Team (2020)

Consensus National College Player of the Year (2019)

Consensus first-team All-American (2019)

ACC Athlete of the Year (2019)

ACC Player of the Year (2019)

Wayman Tisdale Award (2019)

Karl Malone Award (2019)

ACC Rookie of the Year (2019)

ACC Tournament MVP (2019)

South Carolina Mr. Basketball (2018)
<h2><strong>Zion Williamson stats</strong></h2>
Currently, in the <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/willizi01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">2021-22 season</a>, Zion has not played a single game, owing to some physical concerns. In the two seasons he has played in so far, he averages 25.7 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists.
<h2>Zion Williamson 2022 net worth</h2>
Recently, Celebrity net worth estimated Zion Williamson’s net worth as $18 million. With the kind of talent he possesses, his net worth could significantly increase with years to go by.

In his rookie season, Zion signed a record sneaker deal with Nike. Moreover, Nike officially announced that it had signed Zion to an exclusive shoe contract on July 23, 2019 in a deal reportedly worth $75 million over five years, which gives him $15 million per year. It is the largest rookie shoe deal in NBA history in terms of annual pay- more than LeBron James' first Nike shoe deal that paid him $12.4 million per year over 7 years.

Zion also has deals with the likes of Gatorade and Mountain Dew.
<h2><strong>Zion Williamson charity</strong></h2>
Williamson made a notable charity contribution in his first NBA season. Soon after the NBA suspended its league, he pledged to pay for the salaries of all the employees of the Smoothie King Center for 30 days.
<h2><strong>How to contact Zion Williamson?</strong></h2>
<strong>Zion Williamson's Twitter: </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/zionwilliamson?lang=en">https://twitter.com/zionwilliamson?lang=en</a>

<strong>Zion Williamson's Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/zionwilliamson/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/zionwilliamson/?hl=en</a>
<table>
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<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">21</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Unmarried</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Girlfriend</strong></td>
<td width="319">Tiana White</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">American</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Team</strong></td>
<td width="319">New Orleans Pelicans</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Rings</strong></td>
<td width="319">Nil</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td width="319">6′ 6″ (1.98 m)</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td width="319">129 kg</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Wingspan</strong></td>
<td width="319">2.08 m</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="319">Nike, 2K Sports, Gatorade, Mountain Dew</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson 2022: Net worth, salary &amp; endorsements Zion Williamson is often considered the biggest prospect in the NBA after LeBron James. He was three years old when LeBron made his NBA debut. Born on July 6, 2000, in Salisbury, North Carolina, Williamson attended Spartanburg Day School. Williamson played college basketball with the Duke. In his first season, he was named ACC Player of the Year, ACC Athlete of the Year, and ACC Rookie of the Year. After impressing in his first season, Williamson earned a place in the NBA with New Orleans Pelicans with the first overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Williamson usually plays in the power forward position and could be spotted among his Pelicans teammates with his No 1 jersey. Jan 30, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) shoots while defended by Houston Rockets guard Victor Oladipo (7) in the third quarter at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports Zion’s father, Lateef Williamson, was a football defensive lineman during his high school days while his mother Sharonda Samspson was a sprinter who later became a middle school physical education teacher. Zion was known to be together with his high school girlfriend Tiana White, although some reports have claimed that the pair is no longer together. Major achievements NBA All-Star (2021) Career highlights and awards NBA All-Rookie First Team (2020) Consensus National College Player of the Year (2019) Consensus first-team All-American (2019) ACC Athlete of the Year (2019) ACC Player of the Year (2019) Wayman Tisdale Award (2019) Karl Malone Award (2019) ACC Rookie of the Year (2019) ACC Tournament MVP (2019) South Carolina Mr. Basketball (2018) Zion Williamson stats Currently, in the 2021-22 season, Zion has not played a single game, owing to some physical concerns. In the two seasons he has played in so far, he averages 25.7 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists. Zion Williamson 2022 net worth Recently, Celebrity net worth estimated Zion Williamson’s net worth as $18 million. With the kind of talent he possesses, his net worth could significantly increase with years to go by. In his rookie season, Zion signed a record sneaker deal with Nike. Moreover, Nike officially announced that it had signed Zion to an exclusive shoe contract on July 23, 2019 in a deal reportedly worth $75 million over five years, which gives him $15 million per year. It is the largest rookie shoe deal in NBA history in terms of annual pay- more than LeBron James&#8217; first Nike shoe deal that paid him $12.4 million per year over 7 years. Zion also has deals with the likes of Gatorade and Mountain Dew. Zion Williamson charity Williamson made a notable charity contribution in his first NBA season. Soon after the NBA suspended its league, he pledged to pay for the salaries of all the employees of the Smoothie King Center for 30 days. How to contact Zion Williamson? Zion Williamson&#8217;s Twitter: https://twitter.com/zionwilliamson?lang=en Zion Williamson&#8217;s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zionwilliamson/?hl=en  Age 21  Marital Status Unmarried  Girlfriend Tiana White  Nationality American  Team New Orleans Pelicans  Rings Nil  Height 6′ 6″ (1.98 m)  Weight 129 kg  Wingspan 2.08 m  Endorsements Nike, 2K Sports, Gatorade, Mountain Dew

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