Devonte’ Graham Net Worth: NBA Contracts, Salary & More

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With a journey of dedication & struggle from North Carolina to the NBA, Devonte’ Graham earned a great deal of money along with fame. In fact, the Spurs’ point guard is a millionaire with a net worth of $10 million as of 2024.

Graham, the second-round pick of the Atlanta Hawks in the 2018 NBA draft, has played for the NBA teams: the Hornets, Pelicans & now for the Spurs.

The 2022-23 season being his fifth NBA season, Devonte’ Graham’s career earnings stand at $26.53 million. The credit goes to his lucrative NBA contracts.

Devonte' Graham, An American NBA Player
Devonte’ Graham, An American NBA Player (Source: Instagram)

For sure, the luxury & status have to be earned & Graham knows it better- he was raised by a single mother who welcomed him in her teens.

Having played collegiate basketball at the University of Kansas, he went for the NBA draft & has never looked back.

With his electrifying performances and ability to take over games, Devonte’ became a fan favorite in no time.

Let’s get further into NBA achievements, contracts & net worth of the basketball player.

Quick Facts

Full Name Devonte’ Terrell Graham
Birth Date February 22, 1995
Age 29 Years old
Birth Place Raleigh, North Carolina
Father’s Name N/A
Mother’s Name Dewanna King
Siblings Sister (Shamaria Massenburg)
Marital Status Unmarried
Girlfriend Not known
Height 6 ft. 1 in. / 1.85 m/ 185 cm
Weight 88 Kg/ 195 lbs
Wingspan 6 ft. 6 in./ 1.98 m/ 198 cm
Education
  • High School: Broughton
  • College: University of Kansas
Profession Basketball Player
Position Point Guard
NBA Draft 2018, Round 2: 34th Overall
Teams
  • Charlotte Hornets (2018-21)
  • New Orleans Pelicans (2021-23)
  • San Antonio Spurs (2023- Present)
Net Worth $10 Million
Average Annual Salary $11.82 Million
Merch Autographed Cards
Social Media Instagram, Twitter
Last Update March 2024

How Much Is Devonte’ Graham’s Net Worth?

As of 2024, Devonte’ Graham, who is 29 years old, has an estimated net worth of $10 million.

Currently, a point guard for the San Antonio Spurs, Graham, made most of his fortune from his basketball career.

His basketball passion turned into a profession after he was selected as the 34th overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft by the Atlanta Hawks. Immediately, he was traded to the Hornets, where his NBA journey began.

Earnings From Endorsements

Thanks to the NBA fame, he sees approaches for many endorsement deals.

Yet, the basketball star has not signed any significant sponsorship with sports giants.

But often on his social media posts, Devonte’ Graham features Nike’s Air Jordan, which he wears in the games too.

Graham Wearing The Air Jordan Sneakers
Graham Wearing The Air Jordan Sneakers (Source: Instagram)

Some of his promotional deals on Instagram include Upside Shop (hat wear), boohooMAN (clothing store), SoleSavy (shoe store), and AMIRI (apparel).

As per calculation from Influencer Marketing Hub, his earnings per sponsored post range between $766- $1,277.

Moreover, he has appeared in some commercials for local businesses in Charlotte, such as Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits and OrthoCarolina.

NBA Contracts & Salary

On July 9, 2018, Devonte’ Graham signed a three-year contract worth $4.07 million with the Charlotte Hornets. 

After extending a qualifying offer of $4.74 million, the NBA player inked a four-year $47.3 million sign-and-trade contract with the Hornets on August 21, 2021. And immediately, he was sent to New Orleans Pelicans.

The deal has a $37.5 million guaranteed amount and an average annual salary of $11.825 million- a jump from a salary of $1.6 million in the 2020-21 season.

But after a season (2021-22 season) with the Pelicans, he was again traded to the San Antonio Spurs in the 2022-23 mid-season, on February 9, 2023.

As a result, both teams paid him a total of $11.55 million for the 2022 season; the Pelicans were liable to $7.63 million, while the Spurs paid him $3.91 million. That pay is 11.37% of the team’s cap.

It made his second-highest-paid player in the San Antonio Spurs of that season behind Doug McDermott with a base salary of $13.75 million.

Graham’s Base Salary Over The Years

Season Team Base Salary
2018-19 Charlotte Hornets $988,464
2019-20 $1.328 million
2020-21 $1.663 million
2021-22 New Orleans Pelicans $11 million
2022-23 New Orleans Pelicans $7.633 million
San Antonio Spurs $3.916 million
2023-24 San Antonio Spurs $12.1 million
2024-25 $12.65 million

In 2025, the NBA player becomes an unrestricted free agent if no extension or new deals are offered.

Houses, Cars & More

A multi-millionaire & an uprising NBA player Devonte’ Graham does prioritize his NBA career but not more than his family.

In the summer of 2019, he bought his mother, Dewanna, a house, which he said had been a dream of his for a long time.

The average house price in the United States ranges from $300K- $450K.

Devonte' Graham Bought A House For His Mother
Devonte’ Graham Bought A House For His Mother (Source: Reddit)

The NBA player shared a picture with his mother & sister in front of their newly bought house & captioned, “If they got it, they got it, just bought moms a crib” followed by his words of gratitude to his mother.

Further insight about the property is not out.

Drives A Mercedes

On his Instagram, Graham is often seen with his signature purple Mercedes AMG GT Coupe. The eight-cylinder & dual-clutch luxury ride with a 577hp engine comes with a price range of $112,700 and $159,350.

While the 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) tall NBA player remains low-key about his other assets, he seems fond of ornaments & wears diamond embroidery bracelets & chains.

Born To Teen Mom, More On Family

When Devonte’ Graham was born on February 22, 1995, his mother Dewanna King was only 14 years old. As reported, Dewanna was in her eighth grade at that time.

Despite that, King’s mother Doris (grandmother of Devonte’) stood in her support & helped her raise him. Dewanna King would do two jobs to meet the month’s end & ensure that her son gets everything he needs.

However, the information about Graham’s biological father is not out.

Devonte Graham With His Mother, Sister, And Grandmother
Devonte Graham With His Mother, Sister, And Grandmother (Source: Twitter)

When the NBA player was seven years old, his younger sister Shamaria Massenburg was born.

She is a graduate of Broughton High school and enrolled at the University of Kansas in 2020 to pursue Digital media & Broadcast Journalism. There, she works as an office assistant at the men’s basketball office.

Also, Shamaria is a student ambassador for The Plug KU, a communication platform for students of color at the University of Kansas.

High School & College

Graham attended Needham B. Broughton High School where he led the team to a 26–6 record and the 4A state championship game as a senior in the 2012-13 season.

Then, the player transferred to Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, where he teamed up with NBA rising star Donovan Mitchell.

For college basketball, he joined the University of Kansas & played for four seasons (from 2014 to 2018), averaging 12.4 points, 3.1 rebounds & 4.5 assists per game.

He graduated from the University with a degree in liberal arts and sciences.

NBA Draft & Professional Career

Devonte’ Graham was the 2018 NBA draft pick (34th overall) of the Atlanta Hawks before they traded him to the Charlotte Hornets.

With the Hornets, he played for three seasons, averaging 11.6 points and 4.5 assists per game.

Graham had a breakthrough season in 2019-20, improving his scoring to 18.2 points per game and finishing fifth in the Most Improved Player voting.

In 2021, the player signed a four-year contract with the New Orleans Pelicans in sign-and-trade deal. He played for the Pelicans for one season.

Devonte' Graham On The Court
Devonte’ Graham On The Court (Source: Instagram)

Graham also made a career-high nine three-pointers in a game against the Utah Jazz on December 27, 2021.

Later in February 2023, Graham was traded to the San Antonio Spurs in exchange for Josh Richardson.

Is Devonte’ Graham Dating Anyone?

There is no clear information available about Devonte’ Graham’s girlfriend. Some sources suggest that he previously dated a Kansas Rock Chalk dancer named Avery Miller.

However, they haven’t been seen together since 2018. Other sources suggest that Graham is currently single and is prioritizing his career and family.

The player is active on social media, including Twitter and Instagram. On Twitter, he can be found under the handle @Devonte4Graham, where he shares updates and thoughts related to his basketball career and personal life.

Similarly, on Instagram, he goes by the username @dtaegraham, where he posts pictures and videos featuring himself, his family & his German Shepherd pet named Charlotte.

Frequently Asked Questions

What jersey number is Devonte' Graham?

Devonte’ Graham who plays as a center for the San Antonio Spurs wears jersey number #4. He also wore number #4 when he played for the Kansas Jayhawks in college.

Does Devonte' Graham have a tattoo?

Yes, Graham is fond of tattoos. His chest and stomach are adorned with various sketches and meaningful quotes such as 'blessed', 'forever grateful', and 'The love of a family is life's greatest blessing.'

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