James Worthy is a former American basketball player and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements
James Worthy is a former NBA player who is best known for his playing stint with the Los Angeles Lakers. Worthy currently works as a sports commentator, television host, and analyst. Let’s know more about his life, career, net worth, etc.
James Worthy Facts
| Birth Place | Gastonia, North Carolina |
| Father’s Name | Ervin Worthy |
| Mother’s Name | Gladys Worthy |
| Star Sign | Pisces |
| College | University of North Carolina (1979-1982) |
| Net Worth | $12 Million |
| Age | 61 |
| Date of Birth | February 27, 1961 |
| Height (ft) | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
| Weight (kg) | 102 kg (225 lbs) |
| Nationality | American |
| NBA Draft Year | 1982 |
| NBA Draft Pick | Round 1/ Pick: 1st overall |
| Playing Career | 1982-1994 |
| Position | Small forward |
| Teams | Los Angeles Lakers (1982–1994) |
| Wife/Girlfriend | Angela Wilder (m. 1984-1996) |
| Children | Sierra Worthy, Sable Worthy |
| Endorsements | NA |
James Ager Worthy was the 1982, Round 1, 1st overall draft pick by the Los Angeles Lakers. Worthy used to play in the position of Small forward and he wore jersey number 42. In his honor, Worthy’s jersey number 42 is retired by the Los Angeles Lakers.
Worthy is a three-time NBA Champion (1985, 1987, 1988) and the 1988 NBA Finals MVP. Also, he has been named to the 1983 NBA All-Rookie First Team.
A seven-time NBA All-Star, Worthy enjoys the famous nickname, “Big Game James”. Throughout his NBA career, Worthy played only for the Lakers and he is also named as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History.
Furthermore, for his legendary NBA career, Worthy was later inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as a player. Similarly, in 2006, Worthy was inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame.
Currently, Worthy works as an NBA Analyst at Spectrum SportsNet for the Los Angeles Lakers. He has also worked as a sports commentator and a television host.
James Worthy Statistics
| Points | 16,320 (17.6 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 4,708 (5.1 rpg) |
| Assists | 2,791 (3.0 apg) |
James Worthy Achievements
- 3× NBA champion (1985, 1987, 1988)
- NBA Finals MVP (1988)
- 7× NBA All-Star (1986–1992)
- 2× All-NBA Third Team (1990, 1991)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1983)
- NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team
- No. 42 retired by Los Angeles Lakers
- NCAA champion (1982)
- NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player (1982)
- Consensus first-team All-American (1982)
- First-team All-ACC (1982)
- Second-team All-ACC (1981)
- ACC Tournament MVP (1982)
- No. 52 retired by North Carolina Tar Heels
- First-team Parade All-American (1979)
- Second-team Parade All-American (1978)
- McDonald’s All-American (1979)
James Worthy Net Worth and Salary
According to sources, Worthy is reported to have a net worth of $12 million as of 2022. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and endorsements.
According to hoopshype, Worthy earned around $19.4 million ($34.5 million after inflation change) in salary during his NBA career and made millions more from several endorsements and other gigs.
Notably, in his last NBA season with the Lakers, Worthy earned an annual salary of $5.15 million ($8.8 million after inflation change).
James Worthy Personal Life
Born in Gastonia, North Carolina, Worthy is the son of Ervin Worthy and Gladys Worthy. Further, he has a sibling named Danny Worthy.
In 1984, Worthy married Angela Wilder. Angela and Worthy were college sweethearts. Unfortunately, Worthy and Wilder got divorced in 1996.
Nevertheless, Worthy has two daughters named Sierra Worthy, and Sable Worthy.
James Worthy Endorsements
There is no information available about Worthy’s endorsement deals. However, he has appeared in some commercials.
Moreover, Worthy acted in several television shows. He portrayed the ‘Klingon Koral’ in the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode “Gambit, Part II”. He also guest-starred as himself on Everybody Loves Raymond and Webster. Currently, Worthy works as an NBA Analyst in various television networks.
It can be assumed that Worthy has earned a important amount of money from these various engagements.
FAQs about James Worthy
| What is the age of James Worthy? |
| James Worthy is 61 years old and he was born on February 27, 1961. |
| What is the net worth of James Worthy? |
| James Worthy has a net worth of $12 million. |
| Where was James Worthy born? |
| James Worthy was born in Gastonia, North Carolina. |
| Who is the wife of James Worthy? |
| James Worthy was married to Angela Wilder from 1984 to 1996. |
| In which year was James Worthy drafted? |
| James Worthy was drafted in the year 1982/ Round 1/ Pick: 1st overall |
| In what position did James Worthy play? |
| James Worthy played in the position of Small forward. |
| How many NBA Championship did James Worthy win? |
| James Worthy has won three NBA Championships (1985, 1987, 1988). |
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