Hailed as one of the greatest dribblers in the NBA today, Kyrie Irving has accumulated a hefty net worth of $90 million.
Born on March 23, 1992, Kyrie Andrew Irving is an American professional basketball shooting and point guard.
Before playing for the Dallas Mavericks, he also played for other prominent NBA teams such as the Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, and Brooklyn Nets.
NBA Legend Kyrie Irving’s Extraordinary NBA Career Brought Him Immense Luck And Hefty Net Worth
With 2024 approaching its end, NBA star Kyrie Irving has a staggering net worth of $90 million.
He has accumulated this astronomical wealth through his lucrative NBA salaries, signing contracts, endorsement deals, TV appearances, and real estate.
Besides possessing remarkable athleticism, Irving also flaunts his financial intelligence.
After being selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the first overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft, Irving received the title of the Rookie of the Year.
With a promising start, he excelled on the court, becoming an eight-time All-Star and a three-time member of the All-NBA Team.
Similarly, he also won an NBA championship with the Cavaliers in 2016. While he has had a victorious NBA journey, his college basketball career was equally terrific.
Before joining the Cavaliers in 2011, Irving played collegiate basketball for the Duke Blue Devils for one season. He received the Most Valuable Player (MVP) title in the 2014 All-Star Game.
Moreover, Irving also represented the United States national team, winning gold at the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympics.
After winning in the 2016 Summer Olympics, he became only one of four players of Team USA to win both the NBA title and an Olympic gold medal in the same year, following LeBron James, Michael Jordan, and Scottie Pippen.
Kyrie reacts on Twitch:
— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) September 16, 2022
"'You're trending on Twitter, you're gonna get cancelled. Kyrie I can't believe you posted that. How insensitive.’
“Nah bro it has nothing to do with being insensitive…I'm just not out here to lie…been lied to damn near my whole life…just tired of it" pic.twitter.com/Y8nhulXysy
Thus, Irving’s extraordinary athletic prowess and achievements helped him receive hefty NBA salaries, magnificent signing contracts, and great endorsement deals.
His on-court performance, aura, and off-court likable personality boosted his marketability and fame.
However, later, he became one of the most controversial NBA players due to his advocacy for numerous conspiracy theories.
Hence, his promotion of conspiracy theories damaged his reputation, and he slipped many valuable endorsement deals.
Kyrie Irving’s Partnership With Anta Has Been Very Fruitful!
While Kyrie Irving started with $4,140,518 in 2011, he now boasts a base salary of $37 million.
Forbes estimated that the Mavericks guard’s net worth will be $120 million in 2023.
Thus, this covers both his on and off-court earnings. Moreover, Irving has earned an average yearly contract pay of $22.5 million in his career.
Furthermore, he endorsed Nike Shoes and had a $11 million contract.
The “Kyrie” trademark sneakers were among Nike’s best-sellers. However, Nike opted to cut relations with Irving following his anti-Semitic statement.
Therefore, Nike‘s decision severely impacted Irving’s revenues, preventing him from approaching his projected net worth.
Nonetheless, he secured a new footwear agreement with Chinese sportswear manufacturer “Anta” in 2023.
He is experiencing major breakthrough in the Chinese market and recently also launched a fashion line in collaboration with Anta.
Kyrie’s endorsements alone bring in almost $17 million. Panini, Anta, and Pepsi are among his brand sponsorships.
Likewise, Irving also has endorsement deals with General Mills and Aleve.
As of 2024, Irving is under contract with the Dallas Mavericks for three years, earning $126 million.
He will become an unrestricted free agent in 2026. After the end of the 2023/24 NBA season, his career earnings would be $270,083,674.
Moreover, Kyrie’s other investments include television appearances. He has appeared on television and at events, which earns him an ample amount of money.
In 2019, he appeared in the feature film Uncle Drew, which grossed $47 million at the box office.
Along With Buying Luxurious Items, Kyrie Irving Utilizes His Net Worth For Philanthropic Works!
With his colossal net worth of $90 million, the NBA star flaunts his extravagant tastes.
Kyrie owns a home in Brooklyn worth of $925,000. The opulent penthouse apartment has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
However, he sold his Cleveland mansion for $2 million after he left to play for the Celtics.
The property included four bedrooms, six bathrooms, an indoor basketball court, a fireplace, and a private theater.
Furthermore, his rich taste is evident in his luxurious car collection, which includes Jeep Wrangler, Audi R8, Ferrari 458, and Lamborghini. Irving spends $2 million on automobiles.
However, as much as he spends his fortune on materialistic things, he also utilizes his wealth to give back to the community.
Irving gave $60,000 to the city’s oldest Black Muslim school. He also makes frequent donations via GoFundMe.
NBA All-Star also traveled to South Africa to be involved in educational activities backed by UNICEF‘s Schools for Africa project.
He accompanied UNICEF Global Ambassador Dikembe Mutombo and UNICEF President/CEO Caryl M. Stern.
Moreover, he provided scholarships for graduates of White Shields, a Native American community in North Dakota.
Irving also raised funds for Newark Public Schools using the Her Kai & I brand.
His kindness was also reflected during a fire incident in Bellefonte when he donated $22,000 to seven displaced people.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Kyrie Irving’s parents, Drederick and Elizabeth Irving, were American expatriates.
- His father, Drederick, is a former professional basketball player who played for the Bulleen Boomers of the South East Australian Basketball League.
- Irving’s African American and Lakota mother, Elizabeth, died of an illness when he was four.
- He missed many of the 2021–2022 NBA season due to his decision to get vaccinated for COVID-19.
