Kristaps Porzingis is a Latvian basketball player and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements
Kristaps Porzingis is a professional basketball player who currently plays for the Washington Wizards. Let’s know more about Porzingis’ life, career, net worth, etc.
Kristaps Porzingis Facts
Birth Place | Liepāja, Latvia |
Father’s Name | Talis Porzingis |
Mother’s Name | Ingrīda Porziņģe |
Star Sign | Leo |
College | NA |
Net Worth | $30 million |
Salary | $29 million |
Age | 29 |
Date of Birth | 2 August 1995 |
Height (ft) | 7 ft 3 in (2.21 m) |
Weight (kg) | 109 kgs (240 lbs) |
Nationality | Latvian |
NBA Draft Year | 2015 |
NBA Draft Pick | Round 1/ Pick: 4th overall |
Playing Career | 2012-present |
Position | Power forward / Center |
Teams | Sevilla (2012–2015) →Sevilla B (2012–2013) New York Knicks (2015–2019) Dallas Mavericks (2019–2022) Washington Wizards (2022- 2023) Boston Celtics (2023-present) |
Wife/Girlfriend | Laura Vizla |
Children | NA |
Endorsements | Adidas |
Kristaps Porzingis Career
Kristaps Porziņģis was the 2015, Round 1, 4th overall draft pick by the New York Knicks. Porzingis plays in the position of Power forward / Center and he is also the 2018 NBA All-Star. Checkout the top 100 richest NBA players of all time.
Before playing in the NBA, Porzingis played in Europe for the Spanish club, Sevilla. He played for Sevilla from 2012 to 2015. While playing in Europe, Porzingis quickly grabbed eyeballs with his powerful gameplay and basketball skills.
Following his stint in Europe, on 25 June 2015, Porziņģis was selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2015 NBA draft by the New York Knicks. Then, on 30 July 2015, Porziņģis signed his rookie-scale contract with the Knicks.
In his 2015-16 NBA rookie season, Porziņģis averaged 14.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.9 blocks per game. Subsequently, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.
Then, during the 2017 All-Star Weekend, Porziņģis played for Team World in the Rising Stars Challenge and won the Skills Challenge. Further, on 23 January 2018, Porziņģis was named as an Eastern Conference All-Star reserve.
However, in October 2018, the Knicks decided against signing Porziņģis to a rookie extension contract. Subsequently, in 2019, Porziņģis was traded to the Dallas Mavericks.
Porziņģis debuted for the Mavericks on 23 October 2019, posting 23 points and 4 rebounds in a 108–100 win over the Washington Wizards.
In 2021, Porziņģis played in the 2021 NBA playoffs but unfortunately, the Mavericks lost in Round 1 against the Los Angeles Clippers.
In 2022 he joined the Washington Wizards and received a salary of $33 million. He moved to Boston Celtics in 2023 and his new contract is valued at $60 million.
Kristaps Porzingis Achievements
- NBA All-Star (2018)
- NBA Champion(2024)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2016)
- EuroCup Rising Star (2015)
- 2× ACB All-Young Players Team (2014, 2015)
Kristaps Porzingis Net Worth and Salary
According to sources, Kristaps Porzingis is reported to have a net worth of $30 million as of 2024. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and various endorsements. He has cracked deals with Adidas and other brands.
Furthermore, according to Spotrac, Porzingis signed a 5-year / $158,253,000 contract with the Dallas Mavericks, including $158,253,000 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $31,650,600.
In 2021-22, Porzingis earned a base salary of $31,650,600, while carrying a cap hit of $31,650,600 and a dead cap value of $31,650,600.
In 2023, he is projected to make a reported $32 million with the Wizards. His estimated salary at Boston Celtics is $30 million.
Kristaps Porzingis Personal Life
Born in Liepāja, Latvia, 27-year-old Porziņģis is the son of Talis Porzingis and Ingrīda Porziņģe. Notably, both of Porziņģis parents were basketball players.
Further, Porziņģis has two siblings named Jānis Porziņģis and Mārtiņš Porziņģis. Both of Porziņģis brothers were also basketball players.
It is speculated that Porziņģis is currently dating Laura Vizla. No further information is available about their relationship.
Kristaps Porzingis Endorsements
Porziņģis reportedly has an endorsement deal with Adidas. According to speculations, Porziņģis earns an estimated $4 million annually from endorsements alone.
FAQs about Kristaps Porziņģis
(Q) What is the age of Kristaps Porziņģis? |
Kristaps Porziņģis is 29 years old and he was born on 2 August 1995. |
(Q) What is the net worth of Kristaps Porziņģis? |
Kristaps Porzingis has a net worth of $30 million. |
(Q) Where was Kristaps Porziņģis born? |
Kristaps Porziņģis was born in Liepāja, Latvia. |
(Q) In which year was Kristaps Porziņģis drafted? |
Kristaps Porziņģis was drafted in the year 2015/ Round 1/ Pick: 4th overall. |
(Q) In what position does Kristaps Porziņģis play? |
Kristaps Porziņģis played in the position of Power forward / Center. |
(Q) Kristaps Porziņģis currently plays for which NBA team? |
Kristaps Porziņģis currently plays for the Boston Celtics |
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