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Kevin Porter Jr. 2022 – Net Worth, Salary, Records, and Endorsements

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Kevin Porter Jr. is an American basketballer here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements.

Porter is shortly called KPJ by his teammates. He is currently playing for the Houston Rockets in the NBA League. Let us have a look at his net worth, salary, personal life and more.

Kevin Porter Jr. Facts

Birth PlaceSeattle, Washington, U.S.
Father’s NameBryan Kevin Porter Sr
Mother’s NameAyanna Porter
Star SignTaurus
CollegeUniversity of Southern California
Net Worth (2022)$1.5 million
Age22
Date of BirthMay 4, 2000
Height (ft)6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Weight (kg)203 lb (92 kg)
NationalityAmerican
NBA Draft Year2019
NBA Draft Pick Round: 1 / Pick: 30th Overall
Playing Career2019–present
PositionPoint guard
TeamsCleveland Cavaliers (2019–2021) Houston Rockets (2021–present) Rio Grande Valley Vipers (2021)
Wife/GirlfriendKysre Gondrezick
ChildrenNA
EndorsementsPuma, Essentia Water, Turtle Beach.

Kevin Porter Jr. Career

KPJ wished to join Rainier Beach High school, as his father played sports at Rainier. He wished to follow the tradition of his family. During his senior year, he averaged 27 points with 14 rebounds and five assists. He was awarded the Washington Mr Basketball after the end of the season.

Kevin wished to pursue his college basketball career for USC. He made his debut for USC on November 2018. Several injuries during his initial seasons made him sit on the bench for a long time. He played the last three matches of his freshman season and averaged 9.8 points with four rebounds and 1.4 assists. At the end of his freshman year, he declared to enter the 2019 NBA draft.

He was picked 30th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2019 NBA draft. After a few days of his draft, he was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers by the Bucks. KPJ made his NBA debut on October 2019 against the Orlando Magic, but he ended up on the losing side. On November 2019, KPJ started for the Cavaliers for the first time and he scored career-high 18 points in that game. The Cavaliers decided to trade him after he was charged by Mahoning County police for improper handling of a firearm in a vehicle. The Houston Rockets came forward and traded Kevin to their squad.

Initially, KPJ was assigned to play for the Rocket’s G League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. He made his debut for the Vipers on February 10, 2021. In a match against the Bucks, he achieved the honour of becoming the youngest player to score 50 plus points with 10 plus assists in a single game.

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The verbal fight between KPJ and his teammate happened during the match against the Denver Nuggets. His coach decided to bench him for a match. After all these controversies, the Rockets extended porter’s contract to a four-year,$82.5 million contract. As of now, everything is going well for KPJ with the Rockets.

Kevin Porter Jr. Achievements

  • All-NBA G League First Team (2021)
  • NBA G League scoring champion (2021)
  • NBA G League assists leader (2021)
  • Washington Mr Basketball (2018)

Kevin Porter Jr. Net Worth and Salary

As of 2022, KPJ has a net worth of $1.5 million. His major source of income is basketball. He signed a 4-year/$82.5 million contract with the Houston Rockets that includes a $3 million guarantee and an average annual salary of $2 million. Though he is a newbie to the NBA, his net worth is pretty decent. With his consistent performance, he can add numbers to his net worth in the near future.

Kevin Porter Jr. Personal Life

KPJ was born to his parents, Kevin Porter Sr and Ayanna Porter on 4 May 2000. Further information regarding his parent’s profession is not disclosed by Kevin yet. Kevin was close to his mother than his father Kevin Porter Sr. But his father is the major reason for him to pursue basketball as his career in life.

KPJ is currently in a relationship with a girl named Kysre Gondrezick. The couple is having a great time and there are rumours that the couple is going to get married soon.

Porter’s Girlfriend Kysre Gondrezick.

Kevin Porter Jr. Endorsements

KPJ was endorsed by companies like Puma, Essentia Water and Turtle Beach. Other than the signing revenues, Kevin adds numbers to his net worth through endorsements and sponsors too. These are just some of the endorsing companies available on the sites.

FAQs about Kevin Porter Jr.

What is the age of Kevin Porter Jr.?
Kevin Porter Jr. is 22 years old and was born on May 4, 2000.
What is the net worth of Kevin Porter Jr.?
Kevin Porter Jr. has a net worth of $1.5 million as of 2022.
Where was Kevin Porter Jr. born?
Kevin Porter Jr. was born in Seattle, Washington, United States of America.
In which year was Kevin Porter Jr. drafted?
Kevin Porter Jr. was picked in the 1st round, the 30th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.
In what position does Kevin Porter Jr. play?
Kevin Porter Jr. plays in the position of Point guard.
What is Kevin Porter Jr.’s height?
Kevin Porter Jr.’s height is 6 ft 6.
What is Kevin Porter Jr.’s weight?
Kevin Porter Jr.’s weight is 92 kg.
Is Kevin Porter Jr. married?
No, but he is in a relationship with Kysre Gondrezick.
How many kids does Kevin Porter Jr. have?
Kevin Porter Jr. doesn’t have a kid.

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