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Wendell Carter Jr. 2023 – Net Worth, Salary, Records and Endorsements

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Wendell Carter Jr. is a 23-year-old forward for the Orlando Magic. Here is everything you know about his net worth, records, endorsements, personal life, and career.

Wendell Carter Jr. Facts

Birth PlaceAtlanta, Georgia
Father’s NameWendell Carter Sr.
Mother’s NameKylia Carter
Star SignAries
CollegeDuke University (2017-2018)
Net Worth$ million
Salary$ 12,500,000
Age23
Date of BirthApril 16, 1999
Height6 ft 10 in (2.08 m)
Weight270 lb (122 kg)
NationalityAmerican
NBA Draft Year2018
NBA Draft PickRound: 1 / Pick: 7th Overall
Playing Career2018 – Present
PositionCenter / Power Forward
Teams2018–2021 Chicago Bulls
2021–present Orlando Magic
AchievementsSecond-team All-ACC (2018)
ACC All-Freshman Team (2018)
McDonald’s All-American (2017)
Wife/GirlfriendNA
ChildrenNA
EndorsementsNA

Wendell Carter Jr. is a 23-year-old power forward for the Orlando Magic. He completed his early education at Pace academy, where his passion for basketball started. Later he joined Duke University and entered the NBA in 2018. The  Chicago Bulls signed him during the 2018 NBA draft. This article will explore his contract details, net worth, personal life, and career.

Wendell Carter Jr.’s Career

He started playing for Pace Academy in Atlanta, Georgia as part of the class of 2017. During his high school career, he was a top performer, leading his team to several championships and earning numerous awards. In his sophomore year, he led his AAU team, the Georgia Stars, to a Peach Jam championship and was named co-MVP.

During his junior year, he was named Georgia Class AA Player of the Year and a first-team Junior All-American. In his senior year, he was named Georgia All-Classification Player of the Year and Gatorade Georgia Player of the Year.

After high school, Carter attended Duke University where he had a standout season. He was named ACC Rookie of the Week twice and finished the season with an average of 13.1 points and 9.1 rebounds per game. He declared for the 2018 NBA draft following Duke’s loss in the NCAA tournament and was selected as the seventh overall pick by the Chicago Bulls.

In 2021, he was traded to Orlando Magic and he signed a four-year deal with the Magic for a massive $ 50 million.

Wendell Carter Jr. Achievements

Second-team All-ACC (2018)
ACC All-Freshman Team (2018)
McDonald’s All-American (2017)

Wendell Carter Jr. Net worth and Salary

Current Contract:4 yr(s) / $50,000,000
Average Salary$ 12,500,000
Guaranteed at Signing$ 50,000,000
Signed UsingRookie Extension/BirdBird
Free Agent:2026 / UFA

The 23-year-old is currently playing for the Magic. He signed a 4-year contract for a massive $ 50 million. The contract includes a guaranteed $ 50 million. With this, he receives an annual average salary of $ 12,500,000. He will become a free agent by 2026. Where do you think he moves next?

As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $ 5 million.

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Wendell Carter Jr. Personal Life

Wendell’s father, Wendell Sr., had a successful professional basketball career in the Dominican Republic after his college days at Delta State. Meanwhile, his mother Kylia Carter honed her skills on the court at the University of Mississippi. Wendell’s parents instilled the value of academics in him from an early age, resulting in his interest in attending a renowned institution like Duke University.

However, on February 23, 2018, he was named among 25 college players investigated by the FBI for receiving prohibited benefits as a college athlete. The investigation was sparked by an alleged act of an agent paying for his mother’s lunch nine months before he enrolled at Duke.

He is currently focused on building his career and not dating anyone at the moment. Hope he achieves success both in his career and romantic life.

Wendell Carter Jr. Endorsements

In 2018, he initiated his professional journey, which can be difficult for inexperienced athletes to gain endorsement deals unless they have gained significant fame. Up to 2023, no news of any brand associations has surfaced for him. Nonetheless, it is expected that with his outstanding court displays in the upcoming games, he will catch the eye of possible endorsement companies.

FAQs on Wendell Carter Jr.

(Q) What is the net worth of Wendell Carter Jr.?
His net worth is estimated at about $ million
(Q) When was Wendell Carter Jr. drafted?
He was drafted in 2018 by the Chicago Bulls.
(Q) How old is Wendell Carter Jr.?
He is 23 years old, born on April 16, 1999.
(Q) How tall is Wendell Carter Jr.?
He is 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m).
(Q) How much is Wendell Carter Jr.’s weight?
He is 270 lb (122 kg).
(Q) At which position does Wendell Carter Jr. play?
He is a center/power forward.
(Q) Is Wendell Carter Jr. married?
No, he is considered to be single and not dating anyone at the moment.

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