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<h2 style="text-align: center">LA Clippers 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report</h2>
The LA Clippers owned by Steve Ballmer is part of the NBA's Western Conference. The team shares the Crypto.com Arena as their home arena with city rivals Los Angeles Lakers along with whom they are part of the Pacific Division.
<img class="size-full wp-image-386163 aligncenter" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200922131406/Clippers-Logo-e1472074589881-1.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1080" />
The side was one of the three expansion teams to join the <a href="https://www.nba.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a> in 1970. At the time they were known as the Buffalo Braves. They were based in New York for 8 seasons and reached the playoffs on three consecutive years between 1974-1976.?
In 1978 they shifted base to California and were known as the San Diego Clippers. 6 years later they moved to Los Angeles.?However, these moves weren't successful for the side. They made the playoffs only 4 times in their first 28 years as the Los Angeles Clippers.?
Coach Tyronn Lue is leading the team right now, while Lawrence Frank and Michael Winger serve as the president and general manager respectively.
The Los Angeles Clippers acquired big names such as Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan, and Chris Paul in the late 2000s and early 2010s. The acquisitions marked a change in fortunes for the side and they reached the playoffs in 7 of the 8 seasons between 2012 to 2019.?
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During the 2019 offseason, the LA Clippers signed 2X NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard and acquired time NBA all-star Paul George, from Oklahoma City Thunder. The trade saw 2 players and 5 first-round draft picks go the other way and saw the team signal an intention to challenge for the NBA title. In the 2021-22 season, they are struggling in the absence of the injured Kawhi Leonard.
Read More: <a title="Kawhi Leonard: All That We Know About His Girlfriend Kishele Shipley" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-la-clippers-kawhi-leonard-all-that-we-know-about-his-girlfriend-kishele-shipley/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Kawhi Leonard: All That We Know About His Girlfriend Kishele Shipley</a>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Achievements and History</h2>
<table style="height: 330px" width="473">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Founded</td>
<td style="text-align: center">1970</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Conference</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Western</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Division?</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Pacific</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">President</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Lawrence Frank</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">General Manager?</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Michael Winger</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Head Coach?</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Doc Rivers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Arena?</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Staples Center</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Championships (0)</td>
<td style="text-align: center">-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Conference Titles (0)</td>
<td style="text-align: center">-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Division Titles (2)</td>
<td style="text-align: center">(2013,2014)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Website</td>
<td style="text-align: center"><a href="https://www.nba.com/clippers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.nba.com/clippers</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">LA Clippers 2021-22 Roster</h2>
<table style="height: 1058px" width="519">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>
No.
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Player</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Pos</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Ht</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Wt</td>
<td>
Birth Date
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>9</td>
<td>Serge Ibaka</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>7-0</td>
<td>235</td>
<td>September 18, 1989</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>33</td>
<td>Nicolas Batum</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-9</td>
<td>230</td>
<td>December 14, 1988</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>12</td>
<td>Eric Bledsoe</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>6-1</td>
<td>214</td>
<td>December 9, 1989</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>55</td>
<td>Isaiah Hartenstein</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>7-0</td>
<td>250</td>
<td>May 5, 1998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td>Luke Kennard</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-5</td>
<td>206</td>
<td>June 24, 1996</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>40</td>
<td>Ivica Zubac</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>7-0</td>
<td>240</td>
<td>March 18, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>13</td>
<td>Paul George</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-8</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>May 2, 1990</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td>Reggie Jackson</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-3</td>
<td>208</td>
<td>April 16, 1990</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>14</td>
<td>Terance Mann</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-5</td>
<td>215</td>
<td>October 18, 1996</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td>Kawhi Leonard</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>225</td>
<td>June 29, 1991</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7</td>
<td>Amir Coffey? (TW)</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>210</td>
<td>June 17, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>20</td>
<td>Justise Winslow</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-6</td>
<td>222</td>
<td>March 26, 1996</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td>Brandon Boston Jr.</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>185</td>
<td>November 28, 2001</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>45</td>
<td>Keon Johnson</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-5</td>
<td>186</td>
<td>March 10, 2002</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>8</td>
<td>Marcus Morris</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-8</td>
<td>218</td>
<td>September 2, 1989</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>0</td>
<td>Jay Scrubb? (TW)</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-6</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>September 1, 2000</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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LA Clippers 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report The LA Clippers owned by Steve Ballmer is part of the NBA&#8217;s Western Conference. The team shares the Crypto.com Arena as their home arena with city rivals Los Angeles Lakers along with whom they are part of the Pacific Division. The side was one of the three expansion teams to join the NBA in 1970. At the time they were known as the Buffalo Braves. They were based in New York for 8 seasons and reached the playoffs on three consecutive years between 1974-1976.? In 1978 they shifted base to California and were known as the San Diego Clippers. 6 years later they moved to Los Angeles.?However, these moves weren&#8217;t successful for the side. They made the playoffs only 4 times in their first 28 years as the Los Angeles Clippers.? Coach Tyronn Lue is leading the team right now, while Lawrence Frank and Michael Winger serve as the president and general manager respectively. The Los Angeles Clippers acquired big names such as Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan, and Chris Paul in the late 2000s and early 2010s. The acquisitions marked a change in fortunes for the side and they reached the playoffs in 7 of the 8 seasons between 2012 to 2019.? During the 2019 offseason, the LA Clippers signed 2X NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard and acquired time NBA all-star Paul George, from Oklahoma City Thunder. The trade saw 2 players and 5 first-round draft picks go the other way and saw the team signal an intention to challenge for the NBA title. In the 2021-22 season, they are struggling in the absence of the injured Kawhi Leonard. Read More: Kawhi Leonard: All That We Know About His Girlfriend Kishele Shipley Achievements and History  Founded 1970  Conference Western  Division? Pacific  President Lawrence Frank  General Manager? Michael Winger  Head Coach? Doc Rivers  Arena? Staples Center  Championships (0) &#8211;  Conference Titles (0) &#8211;  Division Titles (2) (2013,2014)  Website www.nba.com/clippers  LA Clippers 2021-22 Roster   No. Player Pos Ht Wt Birth Date  9 Serge Ibaka C 7-0 235 September 18, 1989  33 Nicolas Batum SF 6-9 230 December 14, 1988  12 Eric Bledsoe PG 6-1 214 December 9, 1989  55 Isaiah Hartenstein C 7-0 250 May 5, 1998  5 Luke Kennard SG 6-5 206 June 24, 1996  40 Ivica Zubac C 7-0 240 March 18, 1997  13 Paul George SF 6-8 220 May 2, 1990  1 Reggie Jackson SG 6-3 208 April 16, 1990  14 Terance Mann SG 6-5 215 October 18, 1996  2 Kawhi Leonard SF 6-7 225 June 29, 1991  7 Amir Coffey? (TW) SG 6-7 210 June 17, 1997  20 Justise Winslow SF 6-6 222 March 26, 1996  4 Brandon Boston Jr. SG 6-7 185 November 28, 2001  45 Keon Johnson SG 6-5 186 March 10, 2002  8 Marcus Morris PF 6-8 218 September 2, 1989  0 Jay Scrubb? (TW) SG 6-6 220 September 1, 2000

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Portland Trail Blazers 2021: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report</h2>
The Portland Trail Blazers compete in the NBA as part of the Northwest Division in the Western Conference. The Blazers are an incredibly popular franchise but have never reached the finals since 1992.?

The Trail Blazers? logo has always been admired by fans worldwide. They are sticking to the same design that came into existence during the team?s inception. The ?pinwheel? logo is a graphic representation of two basketball teams lined up against each other.?

<img class="size-full wp-image-423573 aligncenter" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201026141744/TrailBlazers.svg.png" alt="" width="1200" height="1025" />

As for their home arena, the Blazers have been hosting games at the Moda Center since 1995. The stadium is designed for multi-purpose use and teams like the Portland Winterhawks of the Western Hockey League and other sports franchises use the arena for their games.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Who owns the Portland Trail Blazers??</h2>
The late Paul Allen bought the Portland Trail Blazers for $70 million in 1988 and began implementing his vision on the franchise. He was instrumental in the construction of the Moda Center and revitalizing the franchise.?

After Paul Allen?s death in 2018, his sister Jody took control of the Blazers and has been the controlling owner since. Jody Allen inherited a lot of fortunes that her brother left behind, which includes Seattle Seahawks of the NFL and Seattle Sounders of the MLS.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Head Coach and Top Executives</h2>
Terry Stotts has been serving as the Head Coach of the Blazers since 2011. Stotts played professional basketball in Europe, after which he turned towards coaching. The Iowa native worked as the HC with the Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks before taking up the Blazers job.?

Moreover, Terry Stotts was an assistant coach of the Dallas Mavericks when they won the 2011 NBA championship. He recorded less than 50% of win percentages in his previous HC stints, but his Blazers journey is a story on the rise.?

Coming to the line of executives, the Blazers have awarded the role of General Manager and President of Basketball Operations to the same person. After being hired as the GM in 2012, Neil Olshey quickly rose up the ranks and took over as the <a href="https://www.nba.com/blazers/neil-olshey" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">President</a> of Basketball Operations in 2015.?

Olshey has been an influential figure in the organization ever since his being appointed as the GM. He is the mastermind behind drafting Damian Lillard, who went down as the fourth unanimous Rookie of the Year in history.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">History</h2>
The Portland Trail Blazers entered the NBA as an expansion team in 1970. Just like any other team, the Blazers too struggled to post winning records in their first few years. However, the team swiftly rose to the challenge when Bill Walton joined in 1974.?

Walton formed a formidable partnership with Maurice Lucas, and guard Lionel Hollins to post the team?s first winning record during the 1976-77 season (49-33). The Blazers made a deep playoff run the same year and reached the NBA finals.?

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Due to their lack of experience, the Blazers were ousted in the first two finals games by the Philadelphia 76ers, but Portland fought back to seal the series by winning the next four. With this, the franchise registered its first NBA championship in 1977.?

After the title triumph, things looked bright for the franchise. They looked to be the flashy newcomers who were assuming control of the league. Successive postseason trips followed, which included two finals trips in three years.?

The Portland Trail Blazers stood out as one of the most prosperous teams in the 80s and the 90s, having made 20 successive trips to the playoffs from 1983 to 2003. The millennium decade, however, did not shine much light on the franchise.?

They hardly made the playoffs, and if they did, teams knocked them out in the first round. Moving forward to the 2010s, the Blazers saw the dawn of a new era - a team that pulled together young talents who were capable of guiding them to every bit of success.?

Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum were acquired by the Blazers through the NBA draft, and these two are still the cornerstones of the franchise. Fans are yearning for this duo to guide the team to championship glory.?

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Portland Trail Blazers: Mascot and Uniforms</h2>
?Blaze the Trail Cat? is the <a href="https://www.nba.com/blazers/blaze" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">official mascot</a> of the Blazers. Blaze is a two-toned silver cat and has been the team?s official mascot since 2002. Besides entertaining fans at home games, he also serves as the team?s ambassador, making several trips around the Oregon area, even around the world!

<img class="size-full wp-image-423574 aligncenter" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201026141840/QLIJL33TMZA23JRKUL3VSXRAE4.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1280" />

The primary colors in the Blazers? uniforms are red, black, and white. The team has always been simple with their jersey designs, and these three colors predominantly feature in almost every edition of the Nike uniforms.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Team?s Sponsors</h2>
Performance Health (Biofreeze), a medical supply manufacturing company, is currently the main sponsor of the Blazers team. They also endorse their brand through jersey patches in the team?s uniform.?

Other sponsors of the Portland Trail Blazers <a href="https://sportskhabri.com/2020/09/24/portland-trail-blazers-complete-sponsors-list/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">include</a> Adidas, Toyota, First Tech Federal Credit Union, and a few other companies.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Achievements and history</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>
Founded?
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">1970</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Conference</td>
<td>
Western
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Division?
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Northwest</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">General Manager/ President</td>
<td>
Neil Olshey
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Head Coach?
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Terry Stotts</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Arena?</td>
<td>
Moda Center
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Championships (1)
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">(1977)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Conference Titles (3)</td>
<td>
(1977, 1990, 1992)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Division Titles (6)
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">(1978, 1991, 1992, 1999, 2015, 2018)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Website</td>
<td>
<a href="https://www.nba.com/blazers">www.nba.com/blazers</a>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Portland Trail Blazers 2021 roster</h2>
<table style="height: 993px" width="510">
<thead>
<tr>
<td>No.</td>
<td>Player</td>
<td>Pos</td>
<td>Ht</td>
<td>Wt</td>
<td>Birth Date</td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>00</td>
<td>Carmelo Anthony</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>238</td>
<td>May 29, 1984</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>21</td>
<td>Keljin Blevins??(TW)</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-4</td>
<td>200</td>
<td>November 24, 1995</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td></td>
<td>Zach Collins</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-11</td>
<td>250</td>
<td>November 19, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>23</td>
<td>Robert Covington</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>209</td>
<td>December 14, 1990</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>16</td>
<td>CJ Elleby</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-6</td>
<td>200</td>
<td>June 16, 2000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td>Harry Giles</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-11</td>
<td>240</td>
<td>April 22, 1998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td>Rodney Hood</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-8</td>
<td>208</td>
<td>October 20, 1992</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>55</td>
<td>Derrick Jones Jr.</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-5</td>
<td>210</td>
<td>February 15, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>11</td>
<td>Enes Kanter</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-10</td>
<td>250</td>
<td>May 20, 1992</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>0</td>
<td>Damian Lillard</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>6-2</td>
<td>195</td>
<td>July 15, 1990</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>9</td>
<td>Nassir Little</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-5</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>February 11, 2000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td>CJ McCollum</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-3</td>
<td>190</td>
<td>September 19, 1991</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>27</td>
<td>Jusuf Nurki?</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-11</td>
<td>290</td>
<td>August 23, 1994</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td>Anfernee Simons</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-3</td>
<td>181</td>
<td>June 8, 1999</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td>Gary Trent Jr.</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-5</td>
<td>209</td>
<td>January 18, 1999</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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Portland Trail Blazers 2021: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report The Portland Trail Blazers compete in the NBA as part of the Northwest Division in the Western Conference. The Blazers are an incredibly popular franchise but have never reached the finals since 1992.? The Trail Blazers? logo has always been admired by fans worldwide. They are sticking to the same design that came into existence during the team?s inception. The ?pinwheel? logo is a graphic representation of two basketball teams lined up against each other.? As for their home arena, the Blazers have been hosting games at the Moda Center since 1995. The stadium is designed for multi-purpose use and teams like the Portland Winterhawks of the Western Hockey League and other sports franchises use the arena for their games.? Who owns the Portland Trail Blazers?? The late Paul Allen bought the Portland Trail Blazers for $70 million in 1988 and began implementing his vision on the franchise. He was instrumental in the construction of the Moda Center and revitalizing the franchise.? After Paul Allen?s death in 2018, his sister Jody took control of the Blazers and has been the controlling owner since. Jody Allen inherited a lot of fortunes that her brother left behind, which includes Seattle Seahawks of the NFL and Seattle Sounders of the MLS.? Head Coach and Top Executives Terry Stotts has been serving as the Head Coach of the Blazers since 2011. Stotts played professional basketball in Europe, after which he turned towards coaching. The Iowa native worked as the HC with the Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks before taking up the Blazers job.? Moreover, Terry Stotts was an assistant coach of the Dallas Mavericks when they won the 2011 NBA championship. He recorded less than 50% of win percentages in his previous HC stints, but his Blazers journey is a story on the rise.? Coming to the line of executives, the Blazers have awarded the role of General Manager and President of Basketball Operations to the same person. After being hired as the GM in 2012, Neil Olshey quickly rose up the ranks and took over as the President of Basketball Operations in 2015.? Olshey has been an influential figure in the organization ever since his being appointed as the GM. He is the mastermind behind drafting Damian Lillard, who went down as the fourth unanimous Rookie of the Year in history.? History The Portland Trail Blazers entered the NBA as an expansion team in 1970. Just like any other team, the Blazers too struggled to post winning records in their first few years. However, the team swiftly rose to the challenge when Bill Walton joined in 1974.? Walton formed a formidable partnership with Maurice Lucas, and guard Lionel Hollins to post the team?s first winning record during the 1976-77 season (49-33). The Blazers made a deep playoff run the same year and reached the NBA finals.? Due to their lack of experience, the Blazers were ousted in the first two finals games by the Philadelphia 76ers, but Portland fought back to seal the series by winning the next four. With this, the franchise registered its first NBA championship in 1977.? After the title triumph, things looked bright for the franchise. They looked to be the flashy newcomers who were assuming control of the league. Successive postseason trips followed, which included two finals trips in three years.? The Portland Trail Blazers stood out as one of the most prosperous teams in the 80s and the 90s, having made 20 successive trips to the playoffs from 1983 to 2003. The millennium decade, however, did not shine much light on the franchise.? They hardly made the playoffs, and if they did, teams knocked them out in the first round. Moving forward to the 2010s, the Blazers saw the dawn of a new era &#8211; a team that pulled together young talents who were capable of guiding them to every bit of success.? Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum were acquired by the Blazers through the NBA draft, and these two are still the cornerstones of the franchise. Fans are yearning for this duo to guide the team to championship glory.? Portland Trail Blazers: Mascot and Uniforms ?Blaze the Trail Cat? is the official mascot of the Blazers. Blaze is a two-toned silver cat and has been the team?s official mascot since 2002. Besides entertaining fans at home games, he also serves as the team?s ambassador, making several trips around the Oregon area, even around the world! The primary colors in the Blazers? uniforms are red, black, and white. The team has always been simple with their jersey designs, and these three colors predominantly feature in almost every edition of the Nike uniforms.? Team?s Sponsors Performance Health (Biofreeze), a medical supply manufacturing company, is currently the main sponsor of the Blazers team. They also endorse their brand through jersey patches in the team?s uniform.? Other sponsors of the Portland Trail Blazers include Adidas, Toyota, First Tech Federal Credit Union, and a few other companies.? Achievements and history   Founded? 1970  Conference Western   Division? Northwest  General Manager/ President Neil Olshey   Head Coach? Terry Stotts  Arena? Moda Center   Championships (1) (1977)  Conference Titles (3) (1977, 1990, 1992)   Division Titles (6) (1978, 1991, 1992, 1999, 2015, 2018)  Website www.nba.com/blazers   Portland Trail Blazers 2021 roster  No. Player Pos Ht Wt Birth Date   00 Carmelo Anthony PF 6-7 238 May 29, 1984  21 Keljin Blevins??(TW) SF 6-4 200 November 24, 1995  Zach Collins PF 6-11 250 November 19, 1997  23 Robert Covington PF 6-7 209 December 14, 1990  16 CJ Elleby SF 6-6 200 June 16, 2000  4 Harry Giles C 6-11 240 April 22, 1998  5 Rodney Hood SF 6-8 208 October 20, 1992  55 Derrick Jones Jr. SF 6-5 210 February 15, 1997  11 Enes Kanter C 6-10 250 May 20, 1992  0 Damian Lillard PG 6-2 195 July 15, 1990  9 Nassir Little PF 6-5 220 February 11, 2000  3 CJ McCollum SG 6-3 190 September 19, 1991  27 Jusuf Nurki? C 6-11 290 August 23, 1994  1 Anfernee Simons SG 6-3 181 June 8, 1999  2 Gary Trent Jr. SG 6-5 209 January 18, 1999  &nbsp;

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Carmelo Anthony is a six-foot-seven forward who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers?in the NBA. He was born on May 29, 1984, to Mary Anthony and Carmelo Iriarte. Anthony was the third overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft.?

[caption id="attachment_453508" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-453508" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1193643233.jpg" alt="Carmelo Anthony during a game against the Denver Nuggets" width="1920" height="1280" /> DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 12: Carmelo Anthony (00) of the Portland Trail Blazers backs down Will Barton (5) of the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter on Thursday, December 12, 2019. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images)[/caption]

Anthony?s parents moved to Baltimore before his teenage years, which allowed him to gain more exposure in basketball. He attended two different high schools, one being the Towson Catholic where he played for three years.?

The Brooklyn native reached a tremendous height by his junior year and attracted several scouts with his impeccable talent. Anthony?s mother transferred him to Oak Hill Academy in Virginia for his senior year.?

After getting off to a 67-0 win streak with Oak Hill, Anthony finally faced defeat against a <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lebron-james/">LeBron James</a>-led St. Vincent-St. Mary high-school. The Oak Hill forward was one of the top-rated recruits coming out of high-school and had the option to forego college and join the NBA.

Despite being eligible to enter the league, Carmelo Anthony decided to attend one year at Syracuse for more experience. The Syracuse Orange went on to win the NCAA championship in Anthony?s freshman season, and he averaged 22.2 points during the championship run.?

As for his personal life, Carmelo Anthony got engaged to La La Anthony in 2004. The couple tied the knot in 2010, three years after the birth of their son Kiyan.?

Their relationship suffered rocky instances late in the 2010s and both parties mutually agreed for a divorce, but La La and Melo seem to be back together for good.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony NBA Career</h2>
Anthony initially wanted to play at Syracuse for a longer period, but felt the need to leave after winning the championship as a freshman. He set out on a new endeavor, and the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/denver-nuggets/">Denver Nuggets</a> used their third overall pick to select Melo in the 2003 NBA Draft.?

He made his debut against the San Antonio Spurs and averaged an impressive 21.0 points per game as a rookie. Anthony finished second in the Rookie of the Year voting behind LeBron James and replicated similar form in the subsequent seasons as well.?

He played with the Nuggets for eight years and registered several iconic moments with them. He reached his prime during the late 2000s and notched up 30 point games for fun. After posting incredible numbers in Denver and averaged 24.8 PPG in eight seasons, Anthony was then traded to the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/new-york-knicks/">New York Knicks</a> in 2011.

[caption id="attachment_521846" align="aligncenter" width="1280"]<img class="size-full wp-image-521846" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210120231745/2021-01-02T060003Z_473873404_MT1USATODAY15387338_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PORTLAND-TRAIL-BLAZERS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony " width="1280" height="1920" /> Jan 1, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) reacts after making a three point basket against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center">Trouble with the Knicks and career resurrection?</h2>
Melo to the Knicks was a dreamy move, and fans in New York went crazy about him joining their franchise. He had developed as one of the league?s best players by that time, but collective success was hard to come by for the team.?

Melo averaged 24.7 points and 2.4 blocks per game in seven seasons with the Knicks and had a fallout with Phil Jackson, who the President of the franchise at that period. Jackson wasn?t keen on keeping Anthony as he felt the forward didn?t fit well in his offensive plans.?

Thus, Anthony was consequently sent to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/oklahoma-city-thunder/">OKC</a> when he played for a year. Melo?s career took a sharp downward spike after his Knicks exit, and the 'superstar' status soon left his name after a dip in scoring averages.?

He then joined the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/houston-rockets/">Houston Rockets</a> after one year in Oklahoma, a move that put a dark dent in Melo?s career. He just played ten games for the Rockets as the team snubbed him without releasing his contract.?

[caption id="attachment_521854" align="aligncenter" width="1363"]<img class="size-full wp-image-521854" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210120231934/2021-01-08T034716Z_1072676526_MT1USATODAY15408527_RTRMADP_3_NBA-MINNESOTA-TIMBERWOLVES-AT-PORTLAND-TRAIL-BLAZERS.jpg" alt="Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony" width="1363" height="1920" /> Jan 7, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) shoots over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jake Layman (10) during the first quarter at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Mitchelldyer-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The Rockets then traded Melo to the Blazers in 2019, where he found a beam of shining light once again. 

Though age caught up, Melo was able to perform at a challenging level in Portland. His veteran experience proved to be the perfect match for the team?s young core.?

After acting as the spark plug off of the bench, the Trail Blazers were not willing to take back the veteran forward to the team. But Melo had a special team waiting for him in the off-season, close friend LeBron James' Lakers.

The Purple and Gold who have been on a roll of signing veterans, brought up Melo as they needed shooting in their team. Given that the 2021-22 season will be the first time LBJ and Melo will play with each other, fans simply can't wait to see the duo this season.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements?</h2>
10? NBA All-Star (2007, 2008, 2010?2017)

2? All-NBA Second Team (2010, 2013)

4? All-NBA Third Team (2006, 2007, 2009, 2012)

NBA scoring champion (2013)

NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004)

NCAA champion (2003)

NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player (2003)

Consensus second-team All-American (2003)

USBWA National Freshman of the Year (2003)

No. 15 retired by Syracuse Orange

3? USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2006, 2012, 2016)

First-team Parade All-American (2002)

McDonald's All-American (2002)
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony Career-Stats</h2>
Melo was a pure scorer in his prime and effortlessly put on incredible shows on game nights. In the 1191 games he has played, the forward has averaged 23.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists.

In the 2020-21 season, Anthony <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/a/anthoca01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">averaged</a> 13.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony Current Contract</h2>
Melo?s value has diminished over the years, and he?s currently signing one-year contracts with NBA teams. He most recently <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/portland-trail-blazers/carmelo-anthony-2283/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">inked</a> a similar deal with the Portland Trail Blazers for the 2021 season, worth a guaranteed amount of $2,564,753.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements</h2>
<a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/carmelo-anthony-net-worth/#:~:text=Carmelo%20Anthony%20net%20worth%20and,for%20the%20New%20York%20Knicks." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celebrity Net Worth</a> estimates Melo?s value at $160 million. His career earnings at the end of the 2021 season would be just short of $<a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/portland-trail-blazers/carmelo-anthony-2283/cash-earnings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">260M</a>.?

<a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/carmelo-anthony/?sh=254a0d21c42e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Forbes</a> revealed that Anthony made $6 million from endorsements in 2020. He has <a href="https://fortune.com/fortunate50/2014/carmelo-anthony/#:~:text=Whether%20he%20could%20be%20a,and%20watch%20dealer%20Haute%20Time." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">tie-ups</a> with Jordan Brand, Panini, Foot Locker, Powercoco, Isotonix, and Haute Time.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony contract details</h2>
Melo might have signed some hefty contracts back in the day, but now he has resorted to a role as a veteran.

After signing a two veteran minimum contracts with the Blazers, Anthony has signed a veteran minimum <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-lakers/carmelo-anthony-2283/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">contract</a> yet again worth $2,641,691 for a year this time for the Western Conference juggernaut the Los Angeles Lakers led by LeBron James.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony Charity Organization</h2>
Melo also runs a non-profit organization in his name and aims to give back to the community in various ways. The ?<a href="http://www.thecarmeloanthonyfoundation.org/about/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Carmelo Anthony Foundation</a>? conducts a variety of outreach programs and donations and helps the underprivileged realize their dreams.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony NBA Sneaker Contract</h2>
Melo is currently a Jordan Brand athlete, and he dons the Jumpman?s kicks in the league. The Blazers forward <a href="https://ballershoesdb.com/players/carmelo-anthony/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">recently sported</a> the ?Air Jordan 35? and has enjoyed wearing several player edition sneakers in the past.
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<td>Age</td>
<td>37</td>
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<td>Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
</tr>
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<td>Spouse</td>
<td>La La Anthony</td>
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<td>Children</td>
<td>1</td>
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<td>NBA Championship Rings</td>
<td>0</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>6' 7" (2.02 m)</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>107 kg</td>
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<td>Endorsements</td>
<td>Jordan, Powercoco, Foot Locker, Isotonix, Haute Time</td>
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<td>Hand Span and Feet Length</td>
<td>9.25 inches and size 15</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to Contact Carmelo Anthony</h2>
Carmelo Anthony Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/carmeloanthony/?hl=en">carmeloanthony</a>

Carmelo Anthony Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/carmeloanthony?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">@carmeloanthony</a>

Carmelo Anthony

Carmelo Anthony 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Carmelo Anthony is a six-foot-seven forward who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers?in the NBA. He was born on May 29, 1984, to Mary Anthony and Carmelo Iriarte. Anthony was the third overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft.? DENVER, CO &#8211; DECEMBER 12: Carmelo Anthony (00) of the Portland Trail Blazers backs down Will Barton (5) of the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter on Thursday, December 12, 2019. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images) Anthony?s parents moved to Baltimore before his teenage years, which allowed him to gain more exposure in basketball. He attended two different high schools, one being the Towson Catholic where he played for three years.? The Brooklyn native reached a tremendous height by his junior year and attracted several scouts with his impeccable talent. Anthony?s mother transferred him to Oak Hill Academy in Virginia for his senior year.? After getting off to a 67-0 win streak with Oak Hill, Anthony finally faced defeat against a LeBron James-led St. Vincent-St. Mary high-school. The Oak Hill forward was one of the top-rated recruits coming out of high-school and had the option to forego college and join the NBA. Despite being eligible to enter the league, Carmelo Anthony decided to attend one year at Syracuse for more experience. The Syracuse Orange went on to win the NCAA championship in Anthony?s freshman season, and he averaged 22.2 points during the championship run.? As for his personal life, Carmelo Anthony got engaged to La La Anthony in 2004. The couple tied the knot in 2010, three years after the birth of their son Kiyan.? Their relationship suffered rocky instances late in the 2010s and both parties mutually agreed for a divorce, but La La and Melo seem to be back together for good. Carmelo Anthony NBA Career Anthony initially wanted to play at Syracuse for a longer period, but felt the need to leave after winning the championship as a freshman. He set out on a new endeavor, and the Denver Nuggets used their third overall pick to select Melo in the 2003 NBA Draft.? He made his debut against the San Antonio Spurs and averaged an impressive 21.0 points per game as a rookie. Anthony finished second in the Rookie of the Year voting behind LeBron James and replicated similar form in the subsequent seasons as well.? He played with the Nuggets for eight years and registered several iconic moments with them. He reached his prime during the late 2000s and notched up 30 point games for fun. After posting incredible numbers in Denver and averaged 24.8 PPG in eight seasons, Anthony was then traded to the New York Knicks in 2011. Jan 1, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) reacts after making a three point basket against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Trouble with the Knicks and career resurrection? Melo to the Knicks was a dreamy move, and fans in New York went crazy about him joining their franchise. He had developed as one of the league?s best players by that time, but collective success was hard to come by for the team.? Melo averaged 24.7 points and 2.4 blocks per game in seven seasons with the Knicks and had a fallout with Phil Jackson, who the President of the franchise at that period. Jackson wasn?t keen on keeping Anthony as he felt the forward didn?t fit well in his offensive plans.? Thus, Anthony was consequently sent to OKC when he played for a year. Melo?s career took a sharp downward spike after his Knicks exit, and the &#8216;superstar&#8217; status soon left his name after a dip in scoring averages.? He then joined the Houston Rockets after one year in Oklahoma, a move that put a dark dent in Melo?s career. He just played ten games for the Rockets as the team snubbed him without releasing his contract.? Jan 7, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) shoots over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jake Layman (10) during the first quarter at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Mitchelldyer-USA TODAY Sports The Rockets then traded Melo to the Blazers in 2019, where he found a beam of shining light once again. Though age caught up, Melo was able to perform at a challenging level in Portland. His veteran experience proved to be the perfect match for the team?s young core.? After acting as the spark plug off of the bench, the Trail Blazers were not willing to take back the veteran forward to the team. But Melo had a special team waiting for him in the off-season, close friend LeBron James&#8217; Lakers. The Purple and Gold who have been on a roll of signing veterans, brought up Melo as they needed shooting in their team. Given that the 2021-22 season will be the first time LBJ and Melo will play with each other, fans simply can&#8217;t wait to see the duo this season. Major Achievements? 10? NBA All-Star (2007, 2008, 2010?2017) 2? All-NBA Second Team (2010, 2013) 4? All-NBA Third Team (2006, 2007, 2009, 2012) NBA scoring champion (2013) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004) NCAA champion (2003) NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player (2003) Consensus second-team All-American (2003) USBWA National Freshman of the Year (2003) No. 15 retired by Syracuse Orange 3? USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2006, 2012, 2016) First-team Parade All-American (2002) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2002) Carmelo Anthony Career-Stats Melo was a pure scorer in his prime and effortlessly put on incredible shows on game nights. In the 1191 games he has played, the forward has averaged 23.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists. In the 2020-21 season, Anthony averaged 13.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. Carmelo Anthony Current Contract Melo?s value has diminished over the years, and he?s currently signing one-year contracts with NBA teams. He most recently inked a similar deal with the Portland Trail Blazers for the 2021 season, worth a guaranteed amount of $2,564,753.? Carmelo Anthony 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements Celebrity Net Worth estimates Melo?s value at $160 million. His career earnings at the end of the 2021 season would be just short of $260M.? Forbes revealed that Anthony made $6 million from endorsements in 2020. He has tie-ups with Jordan Brand, Panini, Foot Locker, Powercoco, Isotonix, and Haute Time.? Carmelo Anthony contract details Melo might have signed some hefty contracts back in the day, but now he has resorted to a role as a veteran. After signing a two veteran minimum contracts with the Blazers, Anthony has signed a veteran minimum contract yet again worth $2,641,691 for a year this time for the Western Conference juggernaut the Los Angeles Lakers led by LeBron James. Carmelo Anthony Charity Organization Melo also runs a non-profit organization in his name and aims to give back to the community in various ways. The ?Carmelo Anthony Foundation? conducts a variety of outreach programs and donations and helps the underprivileged realize their dreams.? Carmelo Anthony NBA Sneaker Contract Melo is currently a Jordan Brand athlete, and he dons the Jumpman?s kicks in the league. The Blazers forward recently sported the ?Air Jordan 35? and has enjoyed wearing several player edition sneakers in the past.  Age 37  Marital Status Married  Spouse La La Anthony  Children 1  NBA Championship Rings 0  Nationality American  Height 6&#8242; 7&#8243; (2.02 m)  Weight 107 kg  Endorsements Jordan, Powercoco, Foot Locker, Isotonix, Haute Time  Hand Span and Feet Length 9.25 inches and size 15  How to Contact Carmelo Anthony Carmelo Anthony Instagram: carmeloanthony Carmelo Anthony Twitter: @carmeloanthony

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

Kawhi Leonard

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

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<h2>Paul George 2022: Net worth, salary and endorsements</h2>
Seven-time NBA All-star Paul George was born on May 2, 1990, in Palmdale, California. He played high school basketball for Knight High School and then two seasons of college basketball at Fresno State, before being selected by the Indiana Pacers as the 10th overall pick of the 2010 NBA draft.

[caption id="attachment_840922" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-840922" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-27T001531Z_370059104_MT1USATODAY17235844_RTRMADP_3_NBA-DETROIT-PISTONS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS.jpg" alt="Clippers' Paul George" width="1920" height="1441" /> Nov 26, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George (13) questions a foul call during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

After staying with the Pacers for seven seasons, George was traded to Oklahoma City Thunder. He played two seasons in Oklahoma before he started the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-2019-20-season-preview/">2019/20 NBA season</a> with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-2019-20-los-angeles-clippers-roster/">Los Angeles Clippers</a>.
<h2>Paul George with OKC Thunder</h2>
After playing for the Pacers for 7 long seasons, PG13 knew he needed a change in scenery. A trade to OKC Thunder followed. Paired up alongside Russell Westbrook, George truly showed his incredible potential in his second season.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-764647" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Paul-George-OKC-Thunder.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1281" />

After a disappointing first-round exit against the Utah Jazz in his first year, PG was a man on a mission. <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/g/georgpa01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Averaging</a> 28.0 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game, PG13 was one of the top candidates for the MVP trophy in the 2018-19 season.

But the playoffs certainly were a very big disappointment yet again. Despite having superior star power, the Thunder were simply outclassed by Damian Lillard and the Blazers. With the team's exit, George's exit followed, and in came the Clippers.
<h2>Paul George with LA Clippers</h2>
After acquiring arguably the biggest free agent in Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers knew they had to add another star. In a clear win-now move, LAC gave away some of their most talented young players and multiple picks to add George.

While the duo of Kawhi and George looked decent in the regular season, PG13 had a post-season run to forget. In the second round of the playoffs against the Nuggets, George only averaged 21.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists shooting <a href="https://www.statmuse.com/nba/ask/paul-george-stats-vs-nuggets-playoffs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">43.5%</a> from the field, and garnered the nickname 'Pandemic P'. The Clippers blew a 3-1 lead as George had a horrendous performance in Game 7.

[caption id="attachment_674544" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-674544" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-06-13T014202Z_576701017_MT1USATODAY16247655_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-UTAH-JAZZ-AT-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS.jpg" alt="LA Clippers player Paul George" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jun 12, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Clippers guard Paul George (13) celebrates after a three-point basket against the Utah Jazz in the second quarter during game three in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

But the now 32-year-old certainly redeemed himself in the 2020-21 playoffs. While the team lost Kawhi Leonard through injury in the middle of the second round, it was PG who led the Clippers all the way to the franchise's first-ever Conference Finals. While George's brilliant form continued, the Phoenix Suns comfortably beat the short-handed LAC.

With Leonard out for the 2021-22 season, the Clippers were reliant on 'PG' to shine for them. However, George faced many injury issues throughout the season and could only suit up for 31 regular season games. The Clippers still managed to finish 8th and clinch a Play-In spot but they couldn't make the Playoffs after losing to the Timberwolves and the Pelicans. George's absence proved to be vital.
<h2>Major on-court achievements</h2>
7? NBA All-Star (2013, 2014, 2016?2019)

All-NBA First Team?(2019)

5? All-NBA Third Team (2013, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2021)

2נNBA All-Defensive First Team?(2014,?2019)

2? NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2013, 2016)

NBA steals leader?(2019)

NBA Most Improved Player?(2013)
<h2>Paul George stats</h2>
In the 730+ regular season games he has played, Paul George has averaged 20.4 points, 3.6 assists, and 6.4 rebounds. For the 2021-22 season, although PG13 was the leading scorer for his team, he only played 31 games. He averaged 24.3 points, 5.7 assists, and 6.9 rebounds in the limited games that he played.

In the 2021-22 season, his averages were higher than his career average. While he played only 31 games, George had his best year in a Clippers jersey based on the averages.
<h2>Paul George's 2022 net worth</h2>
<a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/paul-george-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celebrity Net Worth</a> estimates the net worth of Paul George as $90 million. He is on <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/paul-george/?sh=12c93db1489c" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forbes</a>' list of 100 richest celebrities of 2022 and he stands 28th in the World's Highest-Paid Athletes of 2022 and earned $47.9 million in 2022.

[caption id="attachment_538950" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-538950" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210204074718/2021-02-03T012124Z_1780455501_MT1USATODAY15520732_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-BROOKLYN-NETS.jpg" alt="LA Clippers guard Paul George " width="1920" height="1280" /> Feb 2, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Paul George (13) dunks against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2>Paul George's contract details</h2>
While he was set to enter the free agency in the 2021-22 season, PG13 signed a contract extension with the Clippers.

With a four-year contract worth <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-clippers/paul-george-6892/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$176 million</a>, the Clippers now have tied down their dynamic duo of Kawhi and Paul George to long-term contracts and will hope that their gamble pays off in the near future.

[caption id="attachment_444373" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-444373" src="https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1164019193.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George" width="1920" height="1322" /> LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 24: New Clippers player Paul George speaks at a press conference at the Green Meadows Recreation Center in Los Angeles on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. George and Leonard were introduced to the media and fans as the newest members of the Clippers. (Photo by Scott Varley/MediaNews Group/Daily Breeze via Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2>Endorsements by Paul George</h2>
Paul George earns around $8.5 million through endorsements. His first signature shoe, the PG1, was released by Nike in 2017. He was also on the cover of NBA 2K17. Apart from Nike, he also endorses other brands like New Era, Foot Locker, and Gatorade.
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<td width="319">Age</td>
<td width="319">31</td>
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<td width="319">Marital Status</td>
<td width="319">Married</td>
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<td width="319">Spouse</td>
<td width="319"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/daniela-rajic-controversial-at-first-yet-lovable-girlfriend-of-paul-george/">Daniela Rajic</a></td>
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<td width="319">Nationality</td>
<td width="319">American</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319">Height</td>
<td width="319">6? 8? (2.03 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Weight</td>
<td width="319">100 kg</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319">Endorsements</td>
<td width="319">New Era,?Bass Pro Shops,?Foot Locker, Gatorade,?Nike</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Paul George

Paul George 2022: Net worth, salary and endorsements Seven-time NBA All-star Paul George was born on May 2, 1990, in Palmdale, California. He played high school basketball for Knight High School and then two seasons of college basketball at Fresno State, before being selected by the Indiana Pacers as the 10th overall pick of the 2010 NBA draft. Nov 26, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George (13) questions a foul call during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports After staying with the Pacers for seven seasons, George was traded to Oklahoma City Thunder. He played two seasons in Oklahoma before he started the 2019/20 NBA season with Los Angeles Clippers. Paul George with OKC Thunder After playing for the Pacers for 7 long seasons, PG13 knew he needed a change in scenery. A trade to OKC Thunder followed. Paired up alongside Russell Westbrook, George truly showed his incredible potential in his second season. After a disappointing first-round exit against the Utah Jazz in his first year, PG was a man on a mission. Averaging 28.0 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game, PG13 was one of the top candidates for the MVP trophy in the 2018-19 season. But the playoffs certainly were a very big disappointment yet again. Despite having superior star power, the Thunder were simply outclassed by Damian Lillard and the Blazers. With the team&#8217;s exit, George&#8217;s exit followed, and in came the Clippers. Paul George with LA Clippers After acquiring arguably the biggest free agent in Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers knew they had to add another star. In a clear win-now move, LAC gave away some of their most talented young players and multiple picks to add George. While the duo of Kawhi and George looked decent in the regular season, PG13 had a post-season run to forget. In the second round of the playoffs against the Nuggets, George only averaged 21.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists shooting 43.5% from the field, and garnered the nickname &#8216;Pandemic P&#8217;. The Clippers blew a 3-1 lead as George had a horrendous performance in Game 7. Jun 12, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Clippers guard Paul George (13) celebrates after a three-point basket against the Utah Jazz in the second quarter during game three in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports But the now 32-year-old certainly redeemed himself in the 2020-21 playoffs. While the team lost Kawhi Leonard through injury in the middle of the second round, it was PG who led the Clippers all the way to the franchise&#8217;s first-ever Conference Finals. While George&#8217;s brilliant form continued, the Phoenix Suns comfortably beat the short-handed LAC. With Leonard out for the 2021-22 season, the Clippers were reliant on &#8216;PG&#8217; to shine for them. However, George faced many injury issues throughout the season and could only suit up for 31 regular season games. The Clippers still managed to finish 8th and clinch a Play-In spot but they couldn&#8217;t make the Playoffs after losing to the Timberwolves and the Pelicans. George&#8217;s absence proved to be vital. Major on-court achievements 7? NBA All-Star (2013, 2014, 2016?2019) All-NBA First Team?(2019) 5? All-NBA Third Team (2013, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2021) 2נNBA All-Defensive First Team?(2014,?2019) 2? NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2013, 2016) NBA steals leader?(2019) NBA Most Improved Player?(2013) Paul George stats In the 730+ regular season games he has played, Paul George has averaged 20.4 points, 3.6 assists, and 6.4 rebounds. For the 2021-22 season, although PG13 was the leading scorer for his team, he only played 31 games. He averaged 24.3 points, 5.7 assists, and 6.9 rebounds in the limited games that he played. In the 2021-22 season, his averages were higher than his career average. While he played only 31 games, George had his best year in a Clippers jersey based on the averages. Paul George&#8217;s 2022 net worth Celebrity Net Worth estimates the net worth of Paul George as $90 million. He is on Forbes&#8216; list of 100 richest celebrities of 2022 and he stands 28th in the World&#8217;s Highest-Paid Athletes of 2022 and earned $47.9 million in 2022. Feb 2, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Paul George (13) dunks against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports Paul George&#8217;s contract details While he was set to enter the free agency in the 2021-22 season, PG13 signed a contract extension with the Clippers. With a four-year contract worth $176 million, the Clippers now have tied down their dynamic duo of Kawhi and Paul George to long-term contracts and will hope that their gamble pays off in the near future. LOS ANGELES, CA &#8211; JULY 24: New Clippers player Paul George speaks at a press conference at the Green Meadows Recreation Center in Los Angeles on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. George and Leonard were introduced to the media and fans as the newest members of the Clippers. (Photo by Scott Varley/MediaNews Group/Daily Breeze via Getty Images) Endorsements by Paul George Paul George earns around $8.5 million through endorsements. His first signature shoe, the PG1, was released by Nike in 2017. He was also on the cover of NBA 2K17. Apart from Nike, he also endorses other brands like New Era, Foot Locker, and Gatorade.  Age 31  Marital Status Married  Spouse Daniela Rajic  Nationality American  Height 6? 8? (2.03 m)  Weight 100 kg  Endorsements New Era,?Bass Pro Shops,?Foot Locker, Gatorade,?Nike

Clippers’ Paul George Opens Up About Playing Alongside Idol Carmelo Anthony

Clippers’ Paul George speaks about Carmelo Anthony