Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso [https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/c/carusal01.html] has become a fan favorite. Even though he is a backup on the team, Caruso is one of the most popular players in the entire league. He would have been an all-star if fan votes were enough, such is his popularity. Caruso is popular because of his intense play on the court. Despite not having an athletic appearance, the Caruso is one of the league’s most explosive dunkers. The entire Lakers bench loses their mind whenever Caruso has a highlight-reel worthy play, showing the camaraderie of the team. Caruso has now given Lakers fans another reason to sing his praises. According to ESPN’s Zach Lowe [https://twitter.com/ZachLowe_NBA], Caruso was scheduled to leave the bubble and travel to Austin, Texas for his sister’s wedding. But after seeing the rise of coronavirus cases in Texas, Caruso decided to stay in the bubble. “There were some people that should have had masks on that didn’t. I would say 75% of the people had them on. Texas and Florida — they can kind of be their own countries at times. Some people just like to do their own thing. “If I was on a team that didn’t have title aspirations — a team trying to hold on to the No. 8 seed or something — it might have been different, but we have worked too hard.” LOS ANGELES LAKERS GUARD CRISIS Los Angeles Lakers [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/AP_19313241943039-1024x683-1-472x315.jpg]Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James (23) celebrates after making a 3-point basket with Alex Caruso (4) during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat Friday, Nov. 8, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) If Caruso was to leave the bubble and quarantine for 10 days, the Lakers would lose another guard ahead of the restart. Avery Bradley [http://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-after-avery-bradley-how-will-the-los-angeles-lakers-cope-up-with-the-loss-of-rajon-rondo-from-the-roster-orlando-bubble/] and Rajon Rondo [http://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-breaking-huge-loss-for-los-angeles-lakers-as-rajon-rondo-suffers-fracture-in-practice-orlando-bubble/] won’t be available for the Lakers. Bradley stayed home to look after his family, and Rondo broke his hand in the early practices. Caruso said that the Lakers supported his decision to go to his sister’s wedding. But he understood how much he was needed in the bubble. He didn’t want to risk bringing the virus with him and possibly passing it onto his teammates. The Los Angeles Lakers [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/] are the number one-seed in the Western Conference and are one of the favorites to win the title this year. They will retain their number one seed, barring a collapse in the 8 practice games, and face the 8th seed in the first round. 

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<h2>Everything to Know About the Los Angeles Lakers</h2>
<h2>History</h2>
The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most popular sports teams in the world. The Lakers are also a very successful team, and it started right from the beginning. The franchise began in 1947 as the Minneapolis Lakers in the National Basketball League and won the title in 1948. The team then joined the rival Basketball Association of America, which would later become the NBA in 1948. The Lakers continued their successful run in the BAA as well. But the team struggled financially in the mid-50s and relocated to Los Angeles in 1960 as the Los Angeles Lakers.

<img class="aligncenter wp-image-381910 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200918202141/lal_primary-logo-scaled-1.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1189" />

Read More: <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-why-did-kobe-bryant-have-such-a-disturbing-relationship-with-his-parents/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why did Kobe Bryant have such a disturbing relationship with his parents?</a>
<h2>Who is the owner of the Los Angeles Lakers?</h2>
Dr. Jerry Buss purchased the Los Angeles Lakers along with the Forum and NHL's Los Angeles Kings for $67 million in 1979 from then-owner Jack Kent Cooke. The Lakers thrived under the leadership of Buss as he revolutionized virtually the entire league.

When Dr. Buss passed away in 2013, the ownership was transferred to his six children through a family trust. The Buss Family Trusts is the majority owner of the Lakers now with Jeanie Buss acting as the controlling owner. She became the first female controlling owner to win the title when the Lakers clinched the championship in 2020.

Read More: <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-throwback-relive-the-final-battle-between-kobe-bryant-and-lebron-james/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">NBA Throwback: Relive the Final Battle Between Kobe Bryant and LeBron James</a>
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<h2>Who are the team sponsors?</h2>
The Los Angeles Lakers are sponsored by several major brands. Notably, the Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers signed a stadium-naming rights deal with the cryptocurrency platform Crypto.com. According to reports, it was a 20-year $700 million contract. So, the Staples Center was officially renamed Crypto.com Arena.

While the official kit sponsor of the Lakers is Nike, the team signed a deal with bibigo as the official jersey patch partner in 2021. Some of the other notable sponsors of the team are American Express, Beyond Meat, BioSteel, Budweiser, Comerica, Delta and Pepsi.
Read More: <a style="font-size: 16px" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-la-lakers-where-does-lebron-james-live-all-that-we-know-about-his-massive-and-luxurious-villa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Where Does LeBron James Live? All That We Know About His Luxurious Villa</a>

</div>

[caption id="attachment_1647883" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-1647883" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-04-03T021203Z_617747669_MT1USATODAY20381083_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-HOUSTON-ROCKETS.jpg" alt="LeBron James and Anthony Davis" width="1920" height="1280" /> Apr 2, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forwards Anthony Davis (3) and LeBron James (6) signal to teammates against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2>Los Angeles Lakers roster</h2>
<table style="height: 742px" width="441">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LeBron James</td>
<td>Small Forward</td>
<td>38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Davis</td>
<td>Center</td>
<td>30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Austin Reaves</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>D?Angelo Russell</td>
<td>Point Guard</td>
<td>27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dennis Schroder</td>
<td>Point Guard</td>
<td>29</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rui Hachimura</td>
<td>Power Forward</td>
<td>25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lonnie Walker IV</td>
<td>Guard</td>
<td>24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mo Bamba</td>
<td>Center</td>
<td>25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jarred Vanderbilt</td>
<td>Power Forward</td>
<td>24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Malik Beasley</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tristan Thompson</td>
<td>Center</td>
<td>32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Troy Brown Jr.</td>
<td>Small Forward</td>
<td>23</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Read More: <a style="font-size: 16px" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-hilarious-when-shaquille-oneal-challenged-michael-phelps-to-a-swimming-contest/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">When Shaquille O'Neal challenged Michael Phelps to a swimming contest</a>
<h2>Achievements and wins</h2>
The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the two most successful teams in the league with 17 championships each. The Lakers' winning culture started right after the team was founded in 1947 as they won the NBL title in 1948. The Minneapolis Lakers continued winning titles after moving to the BAA as well. Then the BAA merged with NBL to form the NBA in 1949. So, the Lakers' 1948 title win is not considered by the NBA as an official championship. However, the 1949 championship is recognized since the team joined the BAA.

The dominance of the Lakers continued in the 50s as they won titles in 1950, 1952, 1953 and 1954, led by legendary center George Mikan. However, things went south after Mikan retired in 1954 as the team struggled on and off the court. Because of the financial troubles, the franchise was relocated to Los Angeles in 1960. However, the team still found it hard to get back to its winning ways. After a dry spell that lasted years, the team won the 1972 title with the help of NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain. It was followed by another eight years of disappointment.

In 1979, Dr. Jerry Buss became the majority owner of the Lakers with the intention to turn the team's luck around. 1979 also marked the entry of NBA legend Earvin 'Magic' Johnson when the team drafted him as the first pick. Thus began the era of Showtime Lakers. With the help of Magic, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and others, the Lakers lifted five championships in 1980, 1982, 1985, 1987 and 1988. The team then lost the 1989 and 1991 NBA Finals.

The Lakers struggled again until Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant started working their magic. The duo led the Lakers to three straight championships from 2000 to 2002, a feat even the Showtime Lakers could not achieve. O'Neal, Bryant and the team dismantled their opponents on their way to all three titles, displaying utter dominance. After Shaq left the team in 2004, Kobe became the main man. He then led the team to two straight rings in 2009 and 2010. Recently, superstar LeBron James helped the team win their record 17th championship in 2020.
<h2>The Lakers' rivalry with the Boston Celtics</h2>
The Boston Celtics and the Lakers are the two most successful teams in the league with 17 championships each. The Lakers and Celtics also have one of the biggest and longest rivalries in sports history. The rivalry between the two started in 1959 when they first faced each other in the Finals. The two have battled in the Finals a record 12 times in which the Celtics mostly came out on top.

In 1959, the Celtics swept the Lakers for the title. The Celtics continued their dominance over the Lakers by winning a mindboggling eight straight Finals, winning in 1959, 1962, 1963, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969 and 1984 over the Lakers. This was a massive blow to the franchise and its loyal fans who felt that their opponents were simply unbeatable. However, the Lakers finally overcame this streak and won the championship against the Celtics in 1985 and then again in 1987.

After the 1987 Finals, the Lakers and the Celtics once again locked horns in 2008 where Boston came out victorious. The teams again clashed in the 2010 Finals with the Lakers clinching the title this time. While the Celtics have won 9, the Lakers have won 3 in their 12 Finals showdowns so far.
<h2>How many numbers have the Lakers retired?</h2>
The Lakers have always been fortunate to have some of the most storied players on their roster for a long time. Therefore, so far, the team has 14 names on their rafters. The jerseys of legends George Mikan (99), Elgin Baylor (22), Jerry West (44), Wilt Chamberlain (13), Gail Goodrich (25), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (33), Magic Johnson (32), James Worthy (42), Jamaal Wilkes (52), Shaquille O?Neal (34), Kobe Bryant (8, 24) and Pau Gasol (16) have been retired. Legendary broadcaster Chick Hearn's name is also up on the rafters.
<h2>Laker Girls: The owner's game-changing entertainment addition</h2>
Dr. Jerry Buss was a visionary who revolutionized the league with his entertainment and marketing ideas. The legendary team owner wanted the Lakers to be entertaining on and off the court to bring fans to the arena and to popularize the game in the country and around the world. One of Dr. Buss' important innovations was the Laker Girls.

The late owner ordered a formation of a dance squad with highly talented female dancers. While the idea received some backlash early on, it became widely accepted. While the Showtime Lakers entertained fans with their up-tempo style of play, the Laker Girls kept the crowd going with their dances during breaks.
<h2>Lakers on social media</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakers/">@lakers</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a href="https://twitter.com/Lakers/">@Lakers</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a href="https://www.facebook.com/losangeleslakers">@losangeleslakers</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Website</td>
<td><a href="http://www.nba.com/lakers">https://www.nba.com/lakers?tmd=1</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Founded?</td>
<td>1947</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Owner</td>
<td>Buss Family Trusts</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>President</td>
<td>Jeanie Buss</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conference</td>
<td>West</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>General Manager</td>
<td>Rob Pelinka</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Head Coach</td>
<td>Darvin Ham</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sponsors</td>
<td>Crypto.com, bibigo, Nike, etc?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arena</td>
<td>Crypto.com Arena</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Championships</td>
<td>17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conference Titles</td>
<td>19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Division Titles</td>
<td>33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Team Value</td>
<td>$5.9 Billion</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Los Angeles Lakers

Everything to Know About the Los Angeles Lakers History The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most popular sports teams in the world. The Lakers are also a very successful team, and it started right from the beginning. The franchise began in 1947 as the Minneapolis Lakers in the National Basketball League and won the title in 1948. The team then joined the rival Basketball Association of America, which would later become the NBA in 1948. The Lakers continued their successful run in the BAA as well. But the team struggled financially in the mid-50s and relocated to Los Angeles in 1960 as the Los Angeles Lakers. Read More: Why did Kobe Bryant have such a disturbing relationship with his parents? Who is the owner of the Los Angeles Lakers? Dr. Jerry Buss purchased the Los Angeles Lakers along with the Forum and NHL&#8217;s Los Angeles Kings for $67 million in 1979 from then-owner Jack Kent Cooke. The Lakers thrived under the leadership of Buss as he revolutionized virtually the entire league. When Dr. Buss passed away in 2013, the ownership was transferred to his six children through a family trust. The Buss Family Trusts is the majority owner of the Lakers now with Jeanie Buss acting as the controlling owner. She became the first female controlling owner to win the title when the Lakers clinched the championship in 2020. Read More: NBA Throwback: Relive the Final Battle Between Kobe Bryant and LeBron James Who are the team sponsors? The Los Angeles Lakers are sponsored by several major brands. Notably, the Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers signed a stadium-naming rights deal with the cryptocurrency platform Crypto.com. According to reports, it was a 20-year $700 million contract. So, the Staples Center was officially renamed Crypto.com Arena. While the official kit sponsor of the Lakers is Nike, the team signed a deal with bibigo as the official jersey patch partner in 2021. Some of the other notable sponsors of the team are American Express, Beyond Meat, BioSteel, Budweiser, Comerica, Delta and Pepsi. Read More: Where Does LeBron James Live? All That We Know About His Luxurious Villa Apr 2, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forwards Anthony Davis (3) and LeBron James (6) signal to teammates against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports Los Angeles Lakers roster  LeBron James Small Forward 38  Anthony Davis Center 30  Austin Reaves Shooting Guard 25  D?Angelo Russell Point Guard 27  Dennis Schroder Point Guard 29  Rui Hachimura Power Forward 25  Lonnie Walker IV Guard 24  Mo Bamba Center 25  Jarred Vanderbilt Power Forward 24  Malik Beasley Shooting Guard 26  Tristan Thompson Center 32  Troy Brown Jr. Small Forward 23  Read More: When Shaquille O&#8217;Neal challenged Michael Phelps to a swimming contest Achievements and wins The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the two most successful teams in the league with 17 championships each. The Lakers&#8217; winning culture started right after the team was founded in 1947 as they won the NBL title in 1948. The Minneapolis Lakers continued winning titles after moving to the BAA as well. Then the BAA merged with NBL to form the NBA in 1949. So, the Lakers&#8217; 1948 title win is not considered by the NBA as an official championship. However, the 1949 championship is recognized since the team joined the BAA. The dominance of the Lakers continued in the 50s as they won titles in 1950, 1952, 1953 and 1954, led by legendary center George Mikan. However, things went south after Mikan retired in 1954 as the team struggled on and off the court. Because of the financial troubles, the franchise was relocated to Los Angeles in 1960. However, the team still found it hard to get back to its winning ways. After a dry spell that lasted years, the team won the 1972 title with the help of NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain. It was followed by another eight years of disappointment. In 1979, Dr. Jerry Buss became the majority owner of the Lakers with the intention to turn the team&#8217;s luck around. 1979 also marked the entry of NBA legend Earvin &#8216;Magic&#8217; Johnson when the team drafted him as the first pick. Thus began the era of Showtime Lakers. With the help of Magic, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and others, the Lakers lifted five championships in 1980, 1982, 1985, 1987 and 1988. The team then lost the 1989 and 1991 NBA Finals. The Lakers struggled again until Shaquille O&#8217;Neal and Kobe Bryant started working their magic. The duo led the Lakers to three straight championships from 2000 to 2002, a feat even the Showtime Lakers could not achieve. O&#8217;Neal, Bryant and the team dismantled their opponents on their way to all three titles, displaying utter dominance. After Shaq left the team in 2004, Kobe became the main man. He then led the team to two straight rings in 2009 and 2010. Recently, superstar LeBron James helped the team win their record 17th championship in 2020. The Lakers&#8217; rivalry with the Boston Celtics The Boston Celtics and the Lakers are the two most successful teams in the league with 17 championships each. The Lakers and Celtics also have one of the biggest and longest rivalries in sports history. The rivalry between the two started in 1959 when they first faced each other in the Finals. The two have battled in the Finals a record 12 times in which the Celtics mostly came out on top. In 1959, the Celtics swept the Lakers for the title. The Celtics continued their dominance over the Lakers by winning a mindboggling eight straight Finals, winning in 1959, 1962, 1963, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969 and 1984 over the Lakers. This was a massive blow to the franchise and its loyal fans who felt that their opponents were simply unbeatable. However, the Lakers finally overcame this streak and won the championship against the Celtics in 1985 and then again in 1987. After the 1987 Finals, the Lakers and the Celtics once again locked horns in 2008 where Boston came out victorious. The teams again clashed in the 2010 Finals with the Lakers clinching the title this time. While the Celtics have won 9, the Lakers have won 3 in their 12 Finals showdowns so far. How many numbers have the Lakers retired? The Lakers have always been fortunate to have some of the most storied players on their roster for a long time. Therefore, so far, the team has 14 names on their rafters. The jerseys of legends George Mikan (99), Elgin Baylor (22), Jerry West (44), Wilt Chamberlain (13), Gail Goodrich (25), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (33), Magic Johnson (32), James Worthy (42), Jamaal Wilkes (52), Shaquille O?Neal (34), Kobe Bryant (8, 24) and Pau Gasol (16) have been retired. Legendary broadcaster Chick Hearn&#8217;s name is also up on the rafters. Laker Girls: The owner&#8217;s game-changing entertainment addition Dr. Jerry Buss was a visionary who revolutionized the league with his entertainment and marketing ideas. The legendary team owner wanted the Lakers to be entertaining on and off the court to bring fans to the arena and to popularize the game in the country and around the world. One of Dr. Buss&#8217; important innovations was the Laker Girls. The late owner ordered a formation of a dance squad with highly talented female dancers. While the idea received some backlash early on, it became widely accepted. While the Showtime Lakers entertained fans with their up-tempo style of play, the Laker Girls kept the crowd going with their dances during breaks. Lakers on social media  Instagram @lakers  Twitter @Lakers  Facebook @losangeleslakers  Website https://www.nba.com/lakers?tmd=1    Founded? 1947  Owner Buss Family Trusts  President Jeanie Buss  Conference West  General Manager Rob Pelinka  Head Coach Darvin Ham  Sponsors Crypto.com, bibigo, Nike, etc?  Arena Crypto.com Arena  Championships 17  Conference Titles 19  Division Titles 33  Team Value $5.9 Billion

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<h2>Orlando Bubble: Format, Schedule, and Invited Teams</h2>
To continue with the 2019-20<a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/"> NBA</a> season amid the coronavirus pandemic, NBA commissioner Adam Silver proposed a revised regular-season plan for teams that are in clear contention for playoff entry. The Orlando Bubble will see 22 out of the 30 teams from the league competing for the NBA championship inside the Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.

The NBA Bubble will host revised regular-season fixtures and the playoffs inside Walt Disney World?s ESPN Wide World of Sports complex. There are three facilities inside the complex where the games will take place.

The 22 invited teams are assigned hotels based on their seeding from the NBA table. Top four seeds from each conference will be staying at the Grand Destino, while the mid-four from the East and West will be staying at the Grand Floridian. The remaining six (five from the west and one from the east) will be staying at the Yacht Club.

The 22 teams from both conferences will play eight games each, which will count as per the regular-season format. Upon completion of these fixtures, there might be a possibility of a<a href="https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-disney-world-rules-revealed-details-of-how-the-bubble-will-work-as-league-plans-to-resume-play/"> play-in tournament</a> between the #8 and #9 seeds if the latter is within four games of the former. Post this, the playoffs will commence in the traditional best-of-seven series format.

However, strict social distancing must be followed at all times inside the Orlando Bubble. Using a mask is necessary at all times, except during meals. During games, each team will have two rows of benches. While the first bench isn?t required to wear masks, the second bench, consisting of coaches and trainers, have to wear them at all times.
<h2>Other facilities inside the Orlando Bubble</h2>
To keep the players engaged, each hotel will have a players-only lounge area consisting of televisions and gaming areas. Besides these facilities, the players will also receive access to barbers and spa services.

Moreover, the NBA has organized for DJ sets and movie screenings to keep the athletes occupied during non-game time. Additionally, players can try their hand at fishing, bowling, corn holes, and other outdoor activities.
<h2>Teams participating in the Orlando Bubble</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Eastern Conference</td>
<td>Western Conference</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/milwaukee-bucks/">Milwaukee Bucks</a></td>
<td><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/">Los Angeles Lakers</a>?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Toronto Raptors</td>
<td>LA Clippers?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Boston Celtics</td>
<td>Denver Nuggets?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Miami Heat</td>
<td>Utah Jazz?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Indiana Pacers</td>
<td>Oklahoma City Thunder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Philadelphia 76ers</td>
<td>Houston Rockets?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brooklyn Nets?</td>
<td>Dallas Mavericks?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Orlando Magic</td>
<td>Memphis Grizzlies?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Washington Wizards</td>
<td>Portland Trail Blazers?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td></td>
<td>New Orleans Pelicans?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td></td>
<td>Sacramento Kings</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td></td>
<td>San Antonio Spurs</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td></td>
<td>Phoenix Suns</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Schedule</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>July 30 - August 14</td>
<td>Seeding Games</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>August 15-16?</td>
<td>Play In Tournaments</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>August 17?</td>
<td>Playoffs begin</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>August 30</td>
<td>Family/Guests of teams arrive</td>
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<td>Conference Finals</td>
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<td>September 30 - October 13</td>
<td>NBA Finals</td>
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<h2>Are families allowed inside the Orlando bubble?</h2>
The league strictly stated that only players can enter the bubble at the beginning of the restart. This is due to the fact that the athletes would have to undergo a huge load of formalities to ensure maximum safety.?

However, the league does not completely rule out the entry of guests into the bubble. Post the first round of the playoffs, the remaining teams are allowed to <a href="https://twitter.com/MarcJSpears/status/1300449120373669890" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bring in limited guests inside the bubble</a>. Of course, it goes without saying that the arriving guests would have to complete the mandatory period, after which they can reunite with their respective families.?
<h2>Food inside the NBA bubble</h2>
It is no secret that athletes will find the bubble food a little less extraordinary from what they are accustomed to. But, the NBA brought in professional chef Shawn Loving to cater to the needs of the players when it comes to nutrition.?

As per <a href="https://www.thedailybeast.com/meet-shawn-loving-the-all-star-chef-tasked-with-fixing-the-nba-bubbles-food-nightmare?ref=scroll" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">?The Daily Beast,?</a>?Shawan Loving mentioned that he wants to create dishes that excite the players instead of boring them. "We?re definitely not swinging along?a mashed potato, green bean, and barbecue chicken sitting in front of you and you?ve got no choices,? Loving said. ?That?s not an option. That?s not how we flow. We?re flowing with everything we can do.?

Here are some of the dishes that Loving has prepared inside the bubble: Vegetarian whole wheat pasta, egg white wraps filled with sweet potatoes and lean meat, arugula, kale, and romaine salads with hemp seeds, power smoothies pureed with sea moss, a vegetarian tagine, fresh red grouper, and homemade banana bread.?
<h2>What is the protocol if an athlete tests positive for COVID??</h2>
The main reason why the league has organized such an isolated event is to eliminate the presence of the pandemic. However, it still looms large and is a threat almost everywhere in the world. If an NBA player tests positive for the virus inside the bubble, there would be chaos and a potential chance of him spreading it to everyone.

Thus, the league has guidelines charted out on how to proceed in such instances. ?For anyone who does test positive, arrangements have been made to take them out of the bubble and to a special area where they are quarantined with appropriate medical care until it?s safe for them to return,? Harlan Selesnick, M.D., the team physician for the Miami Heat, informed ?Popular Mechanics.?
<h2>Where to watch the action from the Orlando Bubble?</h2>
There will be 88 seeding games played inside the bubble by the 22 teams. Furthermore, TNT will telecast the first two games of the restart. (6:30 p.m. E.T &amp; 9:00 p.m. E.T)

ESPN will begin telecasting the games starting July 31, when the Celtics take on the Bucks (6:30 p.m. E.T). Moreover, ABC will telecast two games on August 2, when the Trail Blazers take on the Celtics (6:30 p.m. E.T) and when the Bucks face the Rockets (9:00 p.m. E.T)

The games will be streamed on NBA TV during the first week. There will be seven games shown on NBA TV during this period, starting from July 31.

Orlando Bubble

Orlando Bubble: Format, Schedule, and Invited Teams To continue with the 2019-20 NBA season amid the coronavirus pandemic, NBA commissioner Adam Silver proposed a revised regular-season plan for teams that are in clear contention for playoff entry. The Orlando Bubble will see 22 out of the 30 teams from the league competing for the NBA championship inside the Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. The NBA Bubble will host revised regular-season fixtures and the playoffs inside Walt Disney World?s ESPN Wide World of Sports complex. There are three facilities inside the complex where the games will take place. The 22 invited teams are assigned hotels based on their seeding from the NBA table. Top four seeds from each conference will be staying at the Grand Destino, while the mid-four from the East and West will be staying at the Grand Floridian. The remaining six (five from the west and one from the east) will be staying at the Yacht Club. The 22 teams from both conferences will play eight games each, which will count as per the regular-season format. Upon completion of these fixtures, there might be a possibility of a play-in tournament between the #8 and #9 seeds if the latter is within four games of the former. Post this, the playoffs will commence in the traditional best-of-seven series format. However, strict social distancing must be followed at all times inside the Orlando Bubble. Using a mask is necessary at all times, except during meals. During games, each team will have two rows of benches. While the first bench isn?t required to wear masks, the second bench, consisting of coaches and trainers, have to wear them at all times. Other facilities inside the Orlando Bubble To keep the players engaged, each hotel will have a players-only lounge area consisting of televisions and gaming areas. Besides these facilities, the players will also receive access to barbers and spa services. Moreover, the NBA has organized for DJ sets and movie screenings to keep the athletes occupied during non-game time. Additionally, players can try their hand at fishing, bowling, corn holes, and other outdoor activities. Teams participating in the Orlando Bubble  Eastern Conference Western Conference  Milwaukee Bucks Los Angeles Lakers?  Toronto Raptors LA Clippers?  Boston Celtics Denver Nuggets?  Miami Heat Utah Jazz?  Indiana Pacers Oklahoma City Thunder  Philadelphia 76ers Houston Rockets?  Brooklyn Nets? Dallas Mavericks?  Orlando Magic Memphis Grizzlies?  Washington Wizards Portland Trail Blazers?  New Orleans Pelicans?  Sacramento Kings  San Antonio Spurs  Phoenix Suns  Schedule  July 30 &#8211; August 14 Seeding Games  August 15-16? Play In Tournaments  August 17? Playoffs begin  August 30 Family/Guests of teams arrive  August 31 &#8211; September 13 Conference Semifinals  September 15 &#8211; September 28? Conference Finals  September 30 &#8211; October 13 NBA Finals  Are families allowed inside the Orlando bubble? The league strictly stated that only players can enter the bubble at the beginning of the restart. This is due to the fact that the athletes would have to undergo a huge load of formalities to ensure maximum safety.? However, the league does not completely rule out the entry of guests into the bubble. Post the first round of the playoffs, the remaining teams are allowed to bring in limited guests inside the bubble. Of course, it goes without saying that the arriving guests would have to complete the mandatory period, after which they can reunite with their respective families.? Food inside the NBA bubble It is no secret that athletes will find the bubble food a little less extraordinary from what they are accustomed to. But, the NBA brought in professional chef Shawn Loving to cater to the needs of the players when it comes to nutrition.? As per ?The Daily Beast,??Shawan Loving mentioned that he wants to create dishes that excite the players instead of boring them. &#8220;We?re definitely not swinging along?a mashed potato, green bean, and barbecue chicken sitting in front of you and you?ve got no choices,? Loving said. ?That?s not an option. That?s not how we flow. We?re flowing with everything we can do.? Here are some of the dishes that Loving has prepared inside the bubble: Vegetarian whole wheat pasta, egg white wraps filled with sweet potatoes and lean meat, arugula, kale, and romaine salads with hemp seeds, power smoothies pureed with sea moss, a vegetarian tagine, fresh red grouper, and homemade banana bread.? What is the protocol if an athlete tests positive for COVID?? The main reason why the league has organized such an isolated event is to eliminate the presence of the pandemic. However, it still looms large and is a threat almost everywhere in the world. If an NBA player tests positive for the virus inside the bubble, there would be chaos and a potential chance of him spreading it to everyone. Thus, the league has guidelines charted out on how to proceed in such instances. ?For anyone who does test positive, arrangements have been made to take them out of the bubble and to a special area where they are quarantined with appropriate medical care until it?s safe for them to return,? Harlan Selesnick, M.D., the team physician for the Miami Heat, informed ?Popular Mechanics.? Where to watch the action from the Orlando Bubble? There will be 88 seeding games played inside the bubble by the 22 teams. Furthermore, TNT will telecast the first two games of the restart. (6:30 p.m. E.T &amp; 9:00 p.m. E.T) ESPN will begin telecasting the games starting July 31, when the Celtics take on the Bucks (6:30 p.m. E.T). Moreover, ABC will telecast two games on August 2, when the Trail Blazers take on the Celtics (6:30 p.m. E.T) and when the Bucks face the Rockets (9:00 p.m. E.T) The games will be streamed on NBA TV during the first week. There will be seven games shown on NBA TV during this period, starting from July 31.

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Alex Caruso 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Alex Caruso is a combo guard who plays for the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/chicago-bulls/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chicago Bulls</a>. Caruso went unpicked when he appeared in the 2016 NBA Draft, but the Los Angeles Lakers signed him a year later. The explosive point guard spent four seasons with the LA-based team and helped them win the 2020 NBA championship in the Orlando <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/orlando-bubble/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bubble</a>.?

Caruso is a Texas native and he was born in College Station city. He attended A&amp;M Consolidated High-School and garnered massive attention in his senior year. He averaged 18.0 points was named district MVP.

Caruso committed to Texas A&amp;M upon graduating high-school. He completed four years of college before declaring draft eligibility and that helped him a lot in terms of gaining experience.?

[caption id="attachment_607226" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-607226" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210405153157/2021-04-04T201548Z_1550063144_MT1USATODAY15846488_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS.jpg" alt="Lakers Alex Caruso vs Rajon Rondo" width="1920" height="1400" /> Apr 4, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) moves the ball against Los Angeles Clippers guard, Rajon Rondo (4) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

He gradually honed his skills at college and became an incredible player for his size. Caruso only stood at 6?5?, but he could still dunk the ball with much force. The talented guard averaged a season-high 9.1 points and 5.5 assists in his junior year at Texas A&amp;M.?

Caruso etched his name into the school?s history books through his assist-providing skill. He gave out of 649 of them in four years to go down as the top assist provider in Texas A&amp;M?s history. Here are his college <a href="https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/alex-caruso-1.html">stats</a> below:?
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<td style="text-align: center">School</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Conf</td>
<td style="text-align: center">G</td>
<td style="text-align: center">GS</td>
<td style="text-align: center">MP</td>
<td style="text-align: center">FG%</td>
<td style="text-align: center">FT%</td>
<td style="text-align: center">TRB</td>
<td style="text-align: center">AST</td>
<td style="text-align: center">STL</td>
<td>
PTS
</td>
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<td>
2012-13
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Texas A&amp;M</td>
<td style="text-align: center">SEC</td>
<td style="text-align: center">33</td>
<td style="text-align: center">17</td>
<td style="text-align: center">24.7</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.373</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.600</td>
<td style="text-align: center">3.2</td>
<td style="text-align: center">3.4</td>
<td style="text-align: center">1.8</td>
<td>
5.5
</td>
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<td>
2013-14
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Texas A&amp;M</td>
<td style="text-align: center">SEC</td>
<td style="text-align: center">34</td>
<td style="text-align: center">33</td>
<td style="text-align: center">29.8</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.460</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.685</td>
<td style="text-align: center">3.6</td>
<td style="text-align: center">5.0</td>
<td style="text-align: center">2.0</td>
<td>
9.0
</td>
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<tr>
<td>
2014-15
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Texas A&amp;M</td>
<td style="text-align: center">SEC</td>
<td style="text-align: center">33</td>
<td style="text-align: center">33</td>
<td style="text-align: center">31.5</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.463</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.685</td>
<td style="text-align: center">4.5</td>
<td style="text-align: center">5.5</td>
<td style="text-align: center">2.1</td>
<td>
9.1
</td>
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2015-16
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Texas A&amp;M</td>
<td style="text-align: center">SEC</td>
<td style="text-align: center">37</td>
<td style="text-align: center">37</td>
<td style="text-align: center">28.8</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.502</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.785</td>
<td style="text-align: center">3.6</td>
<td style="text-align: center">5.0</td>
<td style="text-align: center">2.1</td>
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8.1
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Also Read: <a title="Lakers? Alex Caruso Reveals He Was Close to Leaving USA After Being Undrafted in NBA" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-basketball-los-angeles-lakers-alex-caruso-reveals-he-was-close-to-leaving-usa-after-being-undrafted-in-nba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Lakers? Alex Caruso Reveals He Was Close to Leaving USA After Being Undrafted in NBA</a>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Alex Caruso NBA career?</h2>
Caruso did not lose hopes after going undrafted in the league. He joined the Oklahoma City Thunder and who later waived him. The <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lakers</a> then came into the picture after they added Caruso to the G-League roster and signed a two-way contract.?

This enabled Caruso to shine in the G-League as well as earn valuable minutes in the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a>. He averaged just over 15 minutes in his rookie year, but his G-Leauge heroics with the South Bay Lakers put him on the list as a talent to keep.

[caption id="attachment_554819" align="alignnone" width="1279"]<img class="size-full wp-image-554819" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210217082417/2021-02-17T020054Z_175624825_MT1USATODAY15583621_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-MINNESOTA-TIMBERWOLVES.jpg" alt="Lakers' Alex Caruso" width="1279" height="1920" /> Feb 16, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jordan McLaughlin (6) drives to the basket against Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Caruso gradually evolved as a playmaker and impressed with his skills while playing for the Lakers. He has now built a reputation for being a highlight reel. Initially, these highlights were just thunderous dunks and putbacks. But recently, his defensive prowess has also come to the fore, and he has multiple chase down blocks that have become highlights.

Still, the Lakers did not match an offer from the Chicago Bulls and allowed the Bald Eagle to leave the team in 2021 NBA Free Agency.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/basketball-nba-news-its-kind-of-destiny-lakers-alex-caruso-reveals-the-favorite-nickname-given-to-him-by-fans-los-angeles-lakers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">?It?s Kind of Destiny?: Lakers? Alex Caruso Reveals the Favorite Nickname Given to Him by Fans</a>

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[caption id="attachment_675477" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-675477" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-05-30T223414Z_1344356610_MT1USATODAY16179818_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-PHOENIX-SUNS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-1.jpg" alt="Lakers Alex Caruso" width="1920" height="1472" /> May 30, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) moves the ball against Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) during the second half in game four of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements?</h2>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">NBA champion (2020)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Second-team All-NBA G League (2018)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Second-team All-SEC (2016)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">SEC All-Defensive Team (2016)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Alex Caruso NBA Stats?</h2>
Alex Caruso has played with the Lakers since his entry into the NBA. Though he is yet to put up huge numbers, the point guard is an invaluable contributor to the team. He?s always there on the court as a facilitator when he?s not getting the buckets.?

In the 2020-21 season, Caruso is averaged <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/c/carusal01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">5.9 points</a>, 2.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Alex Caruso Current Contract</h2>
Alex Caruso had a contract with the Los Angeles Lakers till 2021. He signed a two-year deal <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-lakers/alex-caruso-21076/">worth</a> $5.5 million which was facilitated by his agent <a href="https://hoopshype.com/reps/greg-lawrence/">Greg Lawrence</a>.?

The defensive specialist then made a huge leap and signed a 4-year <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/chicago-bulls/alex-caruso-21076/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$37 million</a> contract with the Chicago Bulls in 2021, including $30,090,000 which is guaranteed. He will become an unrestricted free agent in 2025.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Alex Caruso 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements?</h2>
Alex Caruso has come a long way since signing a two-way contract with the Lakers. He?s certainly improved his game and is here to stay in the league. The 6?5? guard hasn?t signed any notable endorsement deals yet, but is slated to do so in the future.?

Furthermore, Caruso has seen a rapid rise in his salary, thanks to his memorable displays. He earned $2.7 million in 2020 and ClutchPoints <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/alex-caruso-net-worth-in-2020/">estimates</a> his Net Worth to be around $2 million.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Alex Caruso NBA sneaker contract</h2>
Alex Caruso has been donning Nike Sneakers since his NBA debut. Though he doesn?t have a lucrative contract signed, the talented point guard reps Kobe Bryant through his shoes. Caruso has been seen wearing several <a href="https://kixstats.com/playerstats/alex-caruso-23">Kobe signatures</a> in the league and one among them is ?Nike Kobe V.?
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Age
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Marital Status</td>
<td>
Unmarried
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Girlfriend?
</td>
<td style="text-align: center"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/abbykbrewer/">Abby Brewer</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Children</td>
<td>
?
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
NBA Championship Rings
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">1 ( 2020)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Nationality</td>
<td>
American
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Height
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">6? 5? (1.96 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Weight</td>
<td>
186 lbs (84 kg)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Endorsements
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Wingspan</td>
<td>
6'5.5 (1.82m)
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to contact Alex Caruso</h2>
Alex Caruso Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/acfresh21/?hl=en">acfresh21</a>
Alex Caruso Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/acfresh21?lang=en">@ACFresh21</a>

Alex Caruso

Alex Caruso 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Alex Caruso is a combo guard who plays for the Chicago Bulls. Caruso went unpicked when he appeared in the 2016 NBA Draft, but the Los Angeles Lakers signed him a year later. The explosive point guard spent four seasons with the LA-based team and helped them win the 2020 NBA championship in the Orlando bubble.? Caruso is a Texas native and he was born in College Station city. He attended A&amp;M Consolidated High-School and garnered massive attention in his senior year. He averaged 18.0 points was named district MVP. Caruso committed to Texas A&amp;M upon graduating high-school. He completed four years of college before declaring draft eligibility and that helped him a lot in terms of gaining experience.? Apr 4, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) moves the ball against Los Angeles Clippers guard, Rajon Rondo (4) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports He gradually honed his skills at college and became an incredible player for his size. Caruso only stood at 6?5?, but he could still dunk the ball with much force. The talented guard averaged a season-high 9.1 points and 5.5 assists in his junior year at Texas A&amp;M.? Caruso etched his name into the school?s history books through his assist-providing skill. He gave out of 649 of them in four years to go down as the top assist provider in Texas A&amp;M?s history. Here are his college stats below:?   Season School Conf G GS MP FG% FT% TRB AST STL PTS   2012-13 Texas A&amp;M SEC 33 17 24.7 .373 .600 3.2 3.4 1.8 5.5   2013-14 Texas A&amp;M SEC 34 33 29.8 .460 .685 3.6 5.0 2.0 9.0   2014-15 Texas A&amp;M SEC 33 33 31.5 .463 .685 4.5 5.5 2.1 9.1   2015-16 Texas A&amp;M SEC 37 37 28.8 .502 .785 3.6 5.0 2.1 8.1   Also Read: Lakers? Alex Caruso Reveals He Was Close to Leaving USA After Being Undrafted in NBA Alex Caruso NBA career? Caruso did not lose hopes after going undrafted in the league. He joined the Oklahoma City Thunder and who later waived him. The Lakers then came into the picture after they added Caruso to the G-League roster and signed a two-way contract.? This enabled Caruso to shine in the G-League as well as earn valuable minutes in the NBA. He averaged just over 15 minutes in his rookie year, but his G-Leauge heroics with the South Bay Lakers put him on the list as a talent to keep. Feb 16, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jordan McLaughlin (6) drives to the basket against Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports Caruso gradually evolved as a playmaker and impressed with his skills while playing for the Lakers. He has now built a reputation for being a highlight reel. Initially, these highlights were just thunderous dunks and putbacks. But recently, his defensive prowess has also come to the fore, and he has multiple chase down blocks that have become highlights. Still, the Lakers did not match an offer from the Chicago Bulls and allowed the Bald Eagle to leave the team in 2021 NBA Free Agency. Also Read: ?It?s Kind of Destiny?: Lakers? Alex Caruso Reveals the Favorite Nickname Given to Him by Fans  May 30, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) moves the ball against Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) during the second half in game four of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports  Major Achievements? NBA champion (2020) Second-team All-NBA G League (2018) Second-team All-SEC (2016) SEC All-Defensive Team (2016) Alex Caruso NBA Stats? Alex Caruso has played with the Lakers since his entry into the NBA. Though he is yet to put up huge numbers, the point guard is an invaluable contributor to the team. He?s always there on the court as a facilitator when he?s not getting the buckets.? In the 2020-21 season, Caruso is averaged 5.9 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game. Alex Caruso Current Contract Alex Caruso had a contract with the Los Angeles Lakers till 2021. He signed a two-year deal worth $5.5 million which was facilitated by his agent Greg Lawrence.? The defensive specialist then made a huge leap and signed a 4-year $37 million contract with the Chicago Bulls in 2021, including $30,090,000 which is guaranteed. He will become an unrestricted free agent in 2025. Alex Caruso 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements? Alex Caruso has come a long way since signing a two-way contract with the Lakers. He?s certainly improved his game and is here to stay in the league. The 6?5? guard hasn?t signed any notable endorsement deals yet, but is slated to do so in the future.? Furthermore, Caruso has seen a rapid rise in his salary, thanks to his memorable displays. He earned $2.7 million in 2020 and ClutchPoints estimates his Net Worth to be around $2 million.? Alex Caruso NBA sneaker contract Alex Caruso has been donning Nike Sneakers since his NBA debut. Though he doesn?t have a lucrative contract signed, the talented point guard reps Kobe Bryant through his shoes. Caruso has been seen wearing several Kobe signatures in the league and one among them is ?Nike Kobe V.?   Age 27  Marital Status Unmarried   Girlfriend? Abby Brewer  Children ?   NBA Championship Rings 1 ( 2020)  Nationality American   Height 6? 5? (1.96 m)  Weight 186 lbs (84 kg)   Endorsements &#8211;  Wingspan 6&#8217;5.5 (1.82m)   How to contact Alex Caruso Alex Caruso Instagram: acfresh21 Alex Caruso Twitter @ACFresh21

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Rajon Rondo went down as the 21st overall pick in the 2006 NBA Draft to enter the league. Rondo holds a significant record to his name of being the second only player to have won a championship with both the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Los Angeles Lakers</a> and Boston Celtics.?

Rondo was born on February 22, 1986, in Louisville, Kentucky, and attended Eastern High School in his hometown for three years. He excelled in his junior year, gathering averages of 27.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists, but transferred to a different school to complete his senior year.?

[caption id="attachment_398471" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-398471" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201003132051/2020-09-11T014552Z_313952615_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-HOUSTON-ROCKETS-2.jpg" alt="Rajon Rondo at the 2020 NBA Playoffs" width="1920" height="1257" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

He had already established himself as a top-point guard when he joined Oak Hill Academy and managed to lived up to his expectations as a senior. Rondo averaged a double-double in his final high-school year with 21.0 points and 12.0 assists per game.?

He broke the single-season assist record at Oak Hill and also became the second All-Time bucket-getter in a game when he notched up 55.0 points as a senior.?

Rondo committed to the University of Kentucky after high-school and spent two years there. His promising displays earned Rondo a spot on the SEC All-Freshman team that year, even though Kentucky failed to advance to the final four of the NCAA Tournament.?

Rondo averaged 11.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2.1 steals in his sophomore year, a slight improvement from his freshman numbers. However, his 87 total steals during his rookie season still stands as a <a href="https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/schools/kentucky/leaders-and-records-season.html">record</a> in the Kentucky Wildcats? history books.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo NBA career?</h2>
Rondo decided to forego his remaining two seasons at Kentucky and declared his eligibility for the 2006 <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a> Draft. The Phoenix Suns selected him with the 21st overall pick and he went down as the first point guard to be selected in the draft.

Rondo was traded to the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/boston-celtics/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celtics</a> which saw the dawn of a long-term relationship. The Celtics thrived with Rondo on the roster and vice-versa. His Basketball IQ proved to be of great value and he formed a great partnership with Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett at that time.?

The 6?1? point guard was an integral part of Boston?s 2008 championship team as he averaged nearly seven assists a game in the finals. His stint with the Celtics ended after 2014, and Rondo found himself leapfrogging between several teams in the association.?

[caption id="attachment_427894" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-427894" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2020-10-04T233812Z_568343172_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-FINALS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-MIAMI-HEAT.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo in 2020 NBA Finals" width="1920" height="1258" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Rajon Rondo followed a similar pattern when he left the Celtics. One year stints with the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/dallas-mavericks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mavericks</a>, Kings, Bulls, and the Pelicans seemed to be an underwhelming continuation of what began as an impressive career.?

However, Rondo found back his old-glory when he joined the Lakers in 2018. His massive experience fit in well with the purple and gold?s roster and he proved his worth by playing a massive role in the Lakers? 2020 championship quest.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements?</h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">2? NBA champion (2008, 2020)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">4? NBA All-Star (2010?2013)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">All-NBA Third Team (2012)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">2? NBA All-Defensive First Team (2010, 2011)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">2? NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2009, 2012)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">3? NBA assists leader (2012, 2013, 2016)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">NBA steals leader (2010)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2007)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Second-team Parade All-American (2004)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">McDonald's All-American (2004)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo NBA Stats?</h2>
Rajon Rondo has played for several teams in his NBA career, but fans would always identify him as a Celtic, first and foremost. The level of impact and the reputation he gained during his early years was massive.?

[caption id="attachment_398469" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-398469" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201003132028/2020-09-09T020256Z_1023776109_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PLAYOFFS-LOS-ANGELES-LAKERS-AT-HOUSTON-ROCKETS.jpg" alt="Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo against the Houston Rockets in the 2020 NBA Playoffs" width="1920" height="1280" /> Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

He averaged a career-high 13.7 PPG on two different occasions, and the same applies to his assist-record as well. A lot of this speaks about how consistent the veteran has been in the league. Here are his <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/r/rondora01.html">career-averages</a> as recorded at the end of the 2019/20 regular season.?
<table style="height: 128px" width="508">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">G</td>
<td style="text-align: center">GS</td>
<td style="text-align: center">MP</td>
<td style="text-align: center">FG%</td>
<td style="text-align: center">FT%</td>
<td style="text-align: center">TRB</td>
<td style="text-align: center">AST</td>
<td style="text-align: center">STL</td>
<td style="text-align: center">BLK</td>
<td>
PTS
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
873
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">729</td>
<td style="text-align: center">31.0</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.458</td>
<td style="text-align: center">.606</td>
<td style="text-align: center">4.7</td>
<td style="text-align: center">8.3</td>
<td style="text-align: center">1.7</td>
<td style="text-align: center">0.1</td>
<td>
10.2
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo Current Contract</h2>
Rajon Rondo signed a <a href="https://hoopshype.com/player/rajon-rondo/salary/">two-year contract</a> with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. The deal was worth just above $5million and included a player option for 2021. However, upon winning the championship, Rondo decided that he will opt out of the player contract and head into free agency.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo Net Worth and Endorsements?</h2>
Rondo has been an NBA player for several seasons and has inarguably cemented in place in the history books. As of 2020, he would?ve roughly <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/breaking-down-rajon-rondo-total-nba-salary-from-his-career/">earned</a> $102,807,152 through his league contracts. Moreover, <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/rajon-rondo-net-worth/#:~:text=Rajon%20Rondo%20net%20worth%3A%20Rajon,net%20worth%20of%20%2435%20million.">Celebrity Net Worth</a> estimates Rondo?s overall value at $35 million.?

Rondo has a sneaker <a href="https://sponsorpitch.com/properties/rajon-rondo">endorsement deal</a> currently running with Chinese brand ?Anta.? He inked the eight-year deal back in 2014 after previously weakening Nike and Adidas sneakers. He can also be booked for a keynote speech or virtual meetings through <a href="https://www.athletespeakers.com/speaker/rajon-rondo">athletespeakers.com</a>.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Rajon Rondo Sneaker Contract</h2>
Rondo?s current deal with Anta expires only by 2022 and he?s been wearing them since the 2014 season. Klay Thompson also endorses the same brand as he signed a massive 10-year-deal with the brand.?

Rondo?s most popular sneakers are the Anta RR5 <a href="https://ballershoesdb.com/players/rajon-rondo/">and the</a> Anta RR2 which come in shades of red and blue respectively.?
<table style="height: 565px" width="535">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Age</td>
<td>
34
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Marital Status
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Dating Latoia Fitzgerald</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Children</td>
<td>
Two
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
NBA Championship Rings
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">2 ( 2008, 2020)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Nationality</td>
<td>
American
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Height
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">6? 1? (1.85 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Weight</td>
<td>
180 lbs (82 kg)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Endorsements
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Anta</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Wingspan</td>
<td>
6?7? (2.06m)
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to contact Rajon Rondo</h2>
Rajon Rondo Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rajonrondo/?hl=en">rajonrondo</a>
Rajon Rondo Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/rajonrondo?lang=en">@RajonRondo</a>

Rajon Rondo

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