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Jakob Poeltl is an Austrian basketball player and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements

Jakob Poeltl is a professional basketball player who currently plays for the San Antonio Spurs. Let’s know more about Poeltl’s life, career, net worth, etc.

Jakob Poeltl Facts

Birth PlaceVienna, Austria
Father’s NameRainer Omer
Mother’s NameMartina Pöltl
Star SignLibra
CollegeUniversity of Utah (2014–2016)
Net Worth $13 million
Salary $20nmillion
Age29
Date of BirthOctober 15, 1995
Height (ft)7 ft 1 in (2.16 m)
Weight (kg)111 kgs (245 lbs)
NationalityAustrian
NBA Draft Year2016
NBA Draft PickRound: 1 / Pick: 9th overall
Playing Career2013–present
PositionCenter
TeamsTraiskirchen Lions (2013–2014)
Toronto Raptors (2016–2018)
→Raptors 905 (2016–2017)         
San Antonio Spurs (2018–2023)
Toronto Raptors (2023- present)
Wife/GirlfriendNot available
ChildrenNot available
EndorsementsNot available
Jakob Poeltl net worth
TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK – AUGUST 07: Jakob Poeltl #42 of the Toronto Raptors poses for a portrait during the 2016 NBA Rookie Photoshoot at Madison Square Garden Training Center on August 7, 2016 in Tarrytown, New York (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)

Jakob Poeltl Career

Jakob Poeltl was the 2016, Round 1, 9th overall draft pick by the Toronto Raptors. Poeltl plays in the position of Center and he is also the winner of the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award (2016). You can Checkout the top 100 richest NBA players of all time.

Poeltl played college basketball for the University of Utah from 2014 to 2016. Poeltl had an excellent college career and subsequently was named the Pac-12 Player of the Year and All-Pac-12 First Team.

Notably, before playing college basketball in the United States, Poeltl played one year for the Arkadia Traiskirchen Lions of the Austrian Bundesliga in 2013–14. He also played seven years in the youth program of Vienna DC Timberwolves.

After playing college basketball, Poeltl was selected ninth overall in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors.

Poeltl played for the Toronto Raptors from 2016 to 2018. On July 9, 2016, he signed his rookie scale contract with the Raptors. Then on October 26, 2016, Poeltl made his NBA debut for the Toronto Raptors against the Detroit Pistons. Also, in his rookie season, Poeltl also played for the Raptors 905, Toronto’s NBA G-League affiliate.

On July 18, 2018, Poeltl was traded to the San Antonio Spurs. On October 17, 2018, Poeltl made his debut for the San Antonio Spurs. Further, on November 24, 2020, the San Antonio Spurs announced that they had re-signed Poeltl.

Jakob Poeltl’s new contract with Toronto Raptors boosts his overall earnings in the NBA. His trade includes a guaranteed salary of $80 million.

Jakob Poeltl net worth
DALLAS, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 18: Jakob Poeltl #25 of the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center on November 18, 2019 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Jakob Poeltl Achievements

  • Consensus second-team All-American (2016)
  • Pete Newell Big Man Award (2016)
  • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award (2016)
  • Pac-12 Player of the Year (2016)
  • First-team All-Pac-12 (2016)
  • Pac-12 All-Freshman Team (2015)

Jakob Poeltl Net Worth and Salary

According to sources, Poeltl has an estimated net worth of $13 million as of 2024. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and various endorsements.

According to Spotrac, Poeltl signed a 3 year / $26,250,000 contract with the San Antonio Spurs, including $26,250,000 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $8,750,000.

In 2021-22, Poeltl will earn a base salary of $8,750,000, while carrying a cap hit of $8,750,000 and a dead cap value of $8,750,000. His base salary for the NBA season is $19 million.

Jakob Poeltl net worth
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO – DECEMBER 14: Jakob Poeltl #25 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates during a game between San Antonio Spurs and Phoenix Suns at Arena Ciudad de Mexico on December 14, 2019 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)

Jakob Poeltl Personal Life

Born in Vienna, Austria, 26-year-old Poeltl is the son of Rainer Omer and Martina Pöltl. Notably, both of Poeltl’s parents were members of the Austrian national volleyball teams.

Furthermore, Poeltl has one sibling named Miriam Poeltl.

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

Jakob Poeltl Endorsements

There is no information available regarding Poeltl’s endorsement deals. Jakob Poelt has had a great NBA season and he will soon sign big deals.

FAQs about Jakob Poeltl

What is the age of Jakob Poeltl?
Jakob Poeltl is 29 years old and he was born on October 15, 1995.
What is the net worth of Jakob Poeltl?
Jakob Poeltl has an estimated net worth between $13 million as of 2024
Where was Jakob Poeltl born?
Jakob Poeltl was born in Vienna, Austria.
In which year was Jakob Poeltl drafted?
Jakob Poeltl was drafted in the year 2016 / Round: 1 / Pick: 9th overall.
In what position does Jakob Poeltl play?
Jakob Poeltl plays in the position of Center.
In which team does Jakob Poeltl currently play?
Jakob Poeltl currently plays for the Toronto Raptors
What is the Salary of Jakob Poeltl?
Jakob Poeltl earns an average salary of $19.5 million in the NBA

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