Kenny Smith is a former American basketball player and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements
Kenny Smith is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA and Smith currently works as an American sports commentator. Let’s know more about Smith’s life, career, net worth, etc.
Kenny Smith Facts
| Birth Place | Queens, New York |
| Father’s Name | William Smith |
| Mother’s Name | Annie Mae Smith |
| Star Sign | Pisces |
| College | University of North Carolina (1983–1987) |
| Net Worth (2022) | $22 million |
| Salary (2022) | $4 million |
| Age | 56 |
| Date of Birth | March 8, 1965 |
| Height (ft) | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight (kg) | 77 kgs (170 lbs) |
| Nationality | American |
| NBA Draft Year | 1987 |
| NBA Draft Pick | Round 1/ Pick: 6th overall |
| Playing Career | 1987-1997 |
| Position | Point guard |
| Teams | Sacramento Kings (1987–1990) Atlanta Hawks (1990) Houston Rockets (1990–1996) Detroit Pistons (1996) Orlando Magic (1996–1997) Denver Nuggets (1997) |
| Wife/Girlfriend | Dawn Reavis (ex-wife), Gwendolyn Osborne (m. 2006-2018) |
| Children | Kenny Smith Jr., London Olivia Smith, Malloy Adrian Smith, Kayla Brianna, Monique |
| Endorsements | NA |
Kenny Smith Career
Kenneth Cornelius Smith a.k.a Kenny Smith was the 1987, Round 1, 6th overall draft pick by the Sacramento Kings. Nicknamed as “The Jet,” Smith used to play in the position of Point guard and he is also a two-time NBA champion (1994, 1995).
After being drafted by the Kings, Smith averaged 13.8 points and 7.1 assists per game in his rookie year and was consequently named to the NBA All-Rookie Team (1st Team). Nevertheless, Smith was traded to the Atlanta Hawks midway through the 1989–90 season, where he was a reserve player.
Moreover, after the 1989–90 season, Smith was traded to the Houston Rockets where he would spend the next six seasons. Notably, in 1994 and 1995, Smith won the NBA championship with the Houston Rockets.
The Rockets released Smith after the 1995–96 season, and he signed with the Detroit Pistons. However, Smith played only nine games with the Pistons before he was waived and was next signed by the Orlando Magic. Next, the Magic released Smith after only six games. Smith then signed with the Denver Nuggets, where he would finish his career as a player.
Smith then joined Turner Sports in early 1998, working as a studio analyst for the end of the NBA regular season and the playoffs.
Currently, Smith works with Ernie Johnson Jr., Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O’Neal on “Inside the NBA.” Also, Smith occasionally appears on NBA TV as an analyst.
On the other hand, Smith provided commentary for the MSG Network’s broadcasts of New York Knicks games from 2005 to 2008 and also works as an analyst for CBS/Turner during the NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament.
Kenny Smith Statistics
| Points | 9,397 (12.8 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 1,454 (2.0 rpg) |
| Assists | 4,073 (5.5 apg) |
Kenny Smith Achievements
- 2× NBA champion (1994, 1995)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1988)
- Consensus first-team All-American (1987)
- First-team All-ACC (1987)
- 2× Second-team All-ACC (1985, 1986)
- No. 30 honored by North Carolina Tar Heels
- Second-team Parade All-American (1983)
- McDonald’s All-American (1983)
Kenny Smith Net Worth and Salary
According to sources, Smith is reported to have a net worth of $22 million as of 2022. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and various endorsements.
Furthermore, during his NBA career, Kenny earned a little more than $13 million in salary. He is paid a salary of $4 million per year for his work as a basketball analyst for TNT.
Kenny Smith Personal Life
Born in Queens, New York, Smith is the son of William Smith and Annie Mae Smith. Notably, Smith has three siblings named Vincent Smith, Wanda Smith, and Gwendolyn Smith.
Kenny’s first wife was Dawn Reavis. Later, Kenny married English model, Gwendolyn Osborne. He was married to Gwendolyn from 2006 to 2018.
Furthermore, Kenny has four children named Kenny Smith Jr., London Olivia Smith, Malloy Adrian Smith, and Kayla Brianna. Smith also has a stepdaughter named Monique.
Kenny Smith Endorsements and Property
There is no information available about Smith’s endorsement deals. It can be assumed that most of his net worth is acquired from his salary as an NBA player and as an NBA analyst.
FAQs about Kenny Smith
| What is the age of Kenny Smith? |
| Kenny Smith is 57 years old and he was born on March 8, 1965. |
| What is the net worth of Kenny Smith? |
| Kenny Smith has a net worth of $22 million. |
| Where was Kenny Smith born? |
| Kenny Smith was born in Queens, New York. |
| In which year was Kenny Smith drafted? |
| Kenny Smith was drafted in the year 1987/ Round 1/ Pick: 6th overall. |
| In what position did Kenny Smith play? |
| Kenny Smith played in the position of Point guard. |
| How many NBA Championships did Kenny Smith win? |
| Kenny Smith has won two NBA Championships (1994, 1995). |
| What is the current job of Kenny Smith? |
| Kenny Smith works as an analyst with Ernie Johnson Jr., Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O’Neal on “Inside the NBA.” |
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