Chris Andersen is an American basketball player and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements
Chris Andersen is a former professional basketball player who is best known for his playing stint with the Miami Heat. Let’s know more about Andersen’s life, career, net worth, etc.
Chris Andersen Facts
| Birth Place | Long Beach, California |
| Father’s Name | Claus Andersen |
| Mother’s Name | Linda Holubec |
| Star Sign | Cancer |
| College | Blinn College (1997–1999) |
| Net Worth (2021) | $14 million |
| Age | 43 |
| Date of Birth | July 7, 1978 |
| Height (ft) | 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) |
| Weight (kg) | 111 kgs (245 lbs) |
| Nationality | American |
| NBA Draft Year | 1999 |
| NBA Draft Pick | Undrafted |
| Playing Career | 1999–2017 |
| Position | Center / Power forward |
| Teams | Jiangsu Nangang (1999–2000) New Mexico Slam (2000) Fargo-Moorhead Beez (2000–2001) Sugarland Sharks (2001) Fayetteville Patriots (2001) Denver Nuggets (2001–2004) New Orleans Hornets (2004–2006, 2008) Denver Nuggets (2008–2012) Miami Heat (2013–2016) Memphis Grizzlies (2016) Cleveland Cavaliers (2016–2017) |
| Wife/Girlfriend | Tina Wiseman |
| Children | Not Available |
| Endorsements | Not Available |
Chris Andersen Career
Christopher Claus Andersen a.k.a Chris Andersen entered the 1999 NBA Draft but unfortunately went undrafted. Andersen played in the position of Center / Power forward and he is also the 2013 NBA champion.
Andersen played college basketball for Blinn College from 1997 to 1999. Notably, Andersen dropped out of college in 1999 and subsequently joined the Jiangsu Nangang Dragons of the Chinese Basketball Association.
In 2000, Andersen joined the New Mexico Slam and later in the same year played for the Fargo-Moorhead Beez. In 2001, Andersen played for Sugarland Sharks and Fayetteville Patriots respectively.
Further, Andersen became the first D-League player called up by an NBA team, signing with the Denver Nuggets on November 21, 2001, after just two games for Fayetteville. Andersen played for the Denver Nuggets from 2001 to 2004.
On July 19, 2004, Andersen signed a multi-year deal with the New Orleans Hornets (now New Orleans Pelicans). Andersen played for New Orleans from 2004 to 2006.
Then again on July 24, 2008, Andersen signed a one-year deal with the Denver Nuggets. This time, Andersen played for the Nuggets from 2008 to 2012.
In 2013, Andersen signed with the Miami Heat. Andersen played for the Miami Heat from 2013 to 2016. During his time with the Heat, Andersen won the 2013 NBA championship.
On February 16, 2016, the Heat traded Andersen to the Memphis Grizzlies. Then on July 22, 2016, Andersen signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
In 2017, the Cavaliers traded Andersen to the Charlotte Hornets. However, he was immediately waived by the Hornets upon being acquired.
Andersen currently plays for Power in the Big3 league.
Chris Andersen Achievements
- NBA champion (2013)
- BIG3 champion (2018)
- BIG3 Defensive Player of the Year (2018)
Chris Andersen Worth and Salary
According to sources, Andersen has a net worth of $14 million as of 2021. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and various endorsements.
According to reports, Andersen’s total salary earnings from the NBA is estimated to be around $43,250,101 ($50,126,409 after inflation adjustment).
Chris Andersen Personal Life
Born in Long Beach, California, 43-year-old Andersen is the son of Claus Andersen and Linda Holubec. However, Andersen grew up in Iola, Texas.
Also, Andersen enjoys the popular nickname, ‘Birdman.’ He earned the nickname while playing for the Denver Nuggets.
Further, Andersen has two siblings named Tamie Andersen and April Andersen.
According to speculations, Andersen is married to Tina Wiseman for a long time. Nevertheless, there is no information available regarding the couple’s children.
Chris Andersen Endorsements
There is no information available regarding Andersen’s endorsement deals.
FAQs about Chris Andersen
| What is the age of Chris Andersen? |
| Chris Andersen is 43 years old and he was born on July 7, 1978. |
| What is the net worth of Chris Andersen? |
| Chris Andersen has a net worth of $14 million as of 2021. |
| Where was Chris Andersen born? |
| Chris Andersen was born in Long Beach, California. |
| In which year was Chris Andersen drafted? |
| Chris Andersen was undrafted in the year 1999. |
| In what position does Chris Andersen play? |
| Chris Andersen played in the position of Center / Power forward. |
| How many NBA championships has Chris Andersen won? |
| Chris Andersen has won one NBA championship (2013). |
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