Kenneth Faried is an American basketball player and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements
Kenneth Faried is a professional basketball player who is best known for his playing stint with the Denver Nuggets. Let’s know more about Faried’s life, career, net worth, etc.
Kenneth Faried Facts
| Birth Place | Newark, New Jersey |
| Father’s Name | Kenneth Lewis |
| Mother’s Name | Waudda Faried |
| Star Sign | Scorpio |
| College | Morehead State University (2007-2011) |
| Net Worth (2021) | $1 million – $5 million |
| Age | 31 |
| Date of Birth | November 19, 1989 |
| Height (ft) | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Weight (kg) | 100 kgs (220 lbs) |
| Nationality | American |
| NBA Draft Year | 2011 |
| NBA Draft Pick | Round 1/ Pick: 22nd overall |
| Playing Career | 2011-present |
| Position | Power forward / Center |
| Teams | Denver Nuggets (2011–2018) Brooklyn Nets (2018–2019) Houston Rockets (2019) Zhejiang Lions (2019) |
| Wife/Girlfriend | Rebekah McCarty |
| Children | Kyra Faried |
| Endorsements | NA |
Kenneth Faried Career
Kenneth Bernard Faried Lewis a.k.a Kenneth Faried was the 2011, Round 1, 22nd overall draft pick by the Denver Nuggets. Faried plays in the position of Power forward / Center and he enjoys the nickname of “The Manimal.”
In his rookie NBA year, that is 2011-12 season, Faried played in 46 games, averaging 10.2 points per game and 7.7 rebounds per game in 22.5 minutes. Consequently, for his rookie year performance, Faried finished third in NBA Rookie of the Year voting and was also named to the 2012 NBA All-Rookie First Team.
Then, on October 8, 2014, Faried signed a multi-year contract extension with the Nuggets. However, Faried gradually became a bench player for the Nuggets and on July 13, 2018, Faried was traded to the Brooklyn Nets. Notably, on January 19, 2019, he was waived by the Nets.
Subsequently, on January 21, 2019, Faried signed with the Houston Rockets. Next, on November 6, 2019, Faried was reported to have signed with the Zhejiang Lions, a Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) team.
Recently, on August 3, 2021, Faried was included in the active roster of the Portland Trail Blazers for playing the 2021 NBA Summer League.
Kenneth Faried Achievements
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2012)
- NBA Community Assist Award (2013)
- J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (2013)
- Consensus second-team All-American (2011)
- NABC Defensive Player of the Year (2011)
- 2× OVC Player of the Year (2010, 2011)
- NCAA rebounding leader (2011)
- Gold at 2014 Spain World Cup
Kenneth Faried Net Worth and Salary
According to sources, Faried is reported to have an estimated net worth between $1 million to $5 million as of 2021. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and various endorsements.
Furthermore, according to hoopshype, till now, Faried has earned around $57 million ($61 million after inflation adjustment) in salary.
While playing for the Houston Rockets, in the 2018-19 season, Faried earned an annual salary of $928,737 ($950,143 after inflation adjustment).
Kenneth Faried Personal Life
Born in Newark, New Jersey, 31-year-old Faried is the son of Kenneth Lewis and Waudda Faried. On the other hand, there is no information available about Faried’s siblings.
Furthermore, there is no information available about Faried’s current relationship status. However, Faried has a daughter named Kyra Faried with his former partner, Rebekah McCarty. Some even speculate that Rebekah McCarty is still Faried’s girlfriend.
Kenneth Faried Endorsements
Currently, there is no information available about Faried’s endorsement deals.
It can be assumed that Faried’s net worth is mostly acquired from his salary as an NBA player.
FAQs about Kenneth Faried
| What is the age of Kenneth Faried? |
| Kenneth Faried is 31 years old and he was born on November 19, 1989. |
| What is the net worth of Kenneth Faried? |
| Kenneth Faried has a net worth somewhere between $1 million to $5 million. |
| Where was Kenneth Faried born? |
| Kenneth Faried was born in Newark, New Jersey. |
| In which year was Kenneth Faried drafted? |
| Kenneth Faried was drafted in the year 2011/ Round 1/ Pick: 22nd overall. |
| In what position does Kenneth Faried play? |
| Kenneth Faried plays in the position of Power forward / Center. |
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