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Eric Gordon is an American basketball player and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements

Eric Gordon is a professional basketball player who currently plays for the Houston Rockets. Let’s know more about Gordon’s life, career, net worth, etc.

Eric Gordon Facts

Birth PlaceIndianapolis, Indiana
Father’s NameEric Gordon Sr.
Mother’s NameDenise Gordon
Star SignCapricorn
CollegeIndiana University Bloomington (2007–2008)
Net Worth (2021)$45 million
Salary (2021)$18.3 million
Age32
Date of BirthDecember 25, 1988
Height (ft)6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight (kg)98 kgs (216 lbs)
NationalityAmerican
NBA Draft Year2008
NBA Draft PickRound: 1 / Pick: 7th overall
Playing Career2008–present
PositionShooting guard / Small forward
TeamsLos Angeles Clippers (2008–2011)
New Orleans Hornets / Pelicans (2011–2016)
Houston Rockets (2016–present)
Wife/GirlfriendNot available
ChildrenNot available
EndorsementsClean Juice
HOUSTON, TEXAS – JANUARY 26: Eric Gordon #10 of the Houston Rockets in action during a game against the Washington Wizards at Toyota Center on January 26, 2021 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Eric Gordon Career

Eric Ambrose Gordon Jr. a.k.a Eric Gordon was the 2008, Round 1, 7th overall draft pick by the Los Angeles Clippers. Gordon plays in the position of Shooting guard / Small forward and he also won the 2017 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award.

Gordon played college basketball for Indiana University Bloomington from 2007 to 2008. Gordon had an excellent college career and was subsequently named Big Ten Freshman of the Year (2008) and to the First Team of the Big Ten Conference (2008). He was also a third-team All-American.

After playing college basketball, Gordon was selected seventh overall in the 2008 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Clippers.

Gordon played for the Los Angeles Clippers from 2008 to 2011. In his rookie year, that is the 2008-09 season, Gordon played 78 games, averaging 16.1 points, 2.8 assists, and 2.6 rebounds per game. Consequently, Gordon was unanimously selected to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2009) and finished fifth in Rookie of the Year voting.

On December 14, 2011, the Clippers traded Gordon to the New Orleans Pelicans. Gordon played for the Pelicans from 2011 to 2016.

Then on July 9, 2016, Gordon signed with the Houston Rockets. With the Rockets, Gordon won the 2017 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award. Notably, Gordon is also the 2017 NBA Three-Point Contest champion.

In 2020, Gordon played the NBA Playoffs with the Rockets but unfortunately could not win the NBA championship.

HOUSTON, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 11: Eric Gordon #10 of the Houston Rockets reacts to a foul called during the second quarter against the Miami Heat at the Toyota Center on February 11, 2021 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Eric Gordon Achievements

  • NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2017)
  • NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2017)
  • NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2009)
  • Third-team All-American – AP (2008)
  • First-team All-Big Ten (2008)
  • Big Ten Freshman of the Year (2008)
  • McDonald’s All-American (2007)
  • First-team Parade All-American (2007)
  • Fourth-team Parade All-American (2006)
  • Indiana Mr. Basketball (2007)

Eric Gordon Worth and Salary

According to sources, Gordon has a net worth of $45 million as of 2021. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and various endorsements.

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According to Spotrac, Gordon signed a 4 year / $75,574,356 contract with the Houston Rockets, including $54,656,454 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $18,893,589.

In 2021-22, Gordon will earn a base salary of $18,218,818, while carrying a cap hit of $18,218,818 and a dead cap value of $18,218,818.

Eric Gordon Personal Life

Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, 32-year-old Gordon is the son of Eric Gordon Sr. and Denise Gordon. Gordon’s father, Eric Gordon Sr., is a former basketball player. Gordon’s mother, Denise, is a native of Nassau, Bahamas.

Furthermore, Gordon has two brothers named Evan and Eron. Notably, both of Gordon’s brothers are basketball players.

According to reports, Gordon is currently single and is not dating anyone.

Eric Gordon with his mother. (Instagram)

Eric Gordon Endorsements

According to speculations, Gordon has an endorsement deal with Clean Juice. No further information is available regarding the endorsement deal.

However, Gordon has a restaurant of his own named Eric Gordon’s Greek’s Pizzeria.

FAQs about Eric Gordon

What is the age of Eric Gordon?
Eric Gordon is 32 years old and he was born on December 25, 1988.
What is the net worth of Eric Gordon?
Eric Gordon has a net worth of $45 million as of 2021.
Where was Eric Gordon born?
Eric Gordon was born in Indianapolis, Indiana.
In which year was Eric Gordon drafted?
Eric Gordon was drafted in the year 2008 / Round: 1 / Pick: 7th overall.
In what position does Eric Gordon play?
Eric Gordon plays in the position of Shooting guard / Small forward.

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