Zeke Nnaji is a professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA, who plays a power forward. He is 22 years old and stands at 6 ft 9 in. He is a rookie player in the league and has a long way to raise through the ranks to become a recognizable player in the league. he played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats men’s basketball team . Here is everything you know about his contract details, net worth, personal life, and career.
Zeke Nnaji Facts
Birth Place | Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. |
Father’s Name | Alphan Nnaji |
Mother’s Name | Janel Nnaji |
Star Sign | Capricorn |
College | Arizona University |
Net Worth | $5 Million |
Salary | $2.9 Million |
Age | 22 |
Date of Birth | January 9, 2001 |
Height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
Weight | 240 lb (109 kg) |
Nationality | American |
NFL Draft Year | 2020 |
NFL Draft Pick | Round 1 |
Playing Career | 2020– Present |
Position | Power forward |
Teams | Denver Nuggets (2020-present) |
Wife/Girlfriend | NAAmbeer |
Children | NA |
Endorsements | NA |
Zeke Nnaji Career
Originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota, He attended Lakeville North High School where his Basketball career ignited. He was productive and efficient on the court making him one of the top-performing players in his class. Not much is known about his time in High school so it can be said that he was a star player with stellar statistics and received offers from top-tier schools in the country. As a senior, he averaged 24.1 points and 9.4 rebounds per game during high school basketball. Nnaji was ranked 22nd in his class and a five-star recruit. After wrapping up his high school career he committed to playing college basketball for the University of Arizona.
Entering through the doors as a freshman at the University of Arizona. as a part of the Arizona Wildcats men’s basketball team, he wanted to dominate the court, so he spent as much time as he could on the court and was hell-bent on improving his play. His statistics during his freshman he averaged 16.1 points per game on 57 percent shooting and grabbed 8.6 rebounds per game as a freshman. After his freshman season, he dove into the 2020 NBA draft.
Nnaji Dream came into existence when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in the 22nd pick second round in the 2020 NBA draft. Wrapping up his NBA career to date he has played 3 seasons for the Nuggets. He has averaged 4.9 points and 2.4 rebounds in 119 regular-season games.
Contract & Salary Details
Current Contract: | 4 yr(s) / $11,802,681 |
Average Salary | $2,950,670 |
Guaranteed at Signing | $4,878,600 |
SIGNED USING | Entry Level/Rookie |
Free Agent: | 2024 / RFA |
Zeke signed 11.8 million for 4 years and including an average annual salary of 2.9 million dollars and was guaranteed4.8 million dollars at signing but it can be said that he has landed a better deal than most of the players and if he performs well enough on the field, he will soon land a more lucrative deal.
Net worth and Endorsements
Zeke’s net worth is estimated at around $5 Million. As a player who has a budding point in his NBA career, he has a long way so if he continues to perform well enough on the court and rises through the ranks becoming one of the top players in the league and then the 22-year-old’s net worth will skyrocket earning him ransom amount of riches. His current numbers will increase at the end of his current deal.
Nnaji started his professional career in 2020 and it is not that easy to land endorsement deals even for experienced players unless they have become recognizable and caught the media’s eye and attention. But as of 2023 reports, he has not yet landed.
Zeke Nnaji Girlfriend
Zeke is not romantically linked with anyone. It is said that the 22-year-old is currently concentrating on his career growth.
Zeke Nnaji FAQs
What is the net worth of Zeke Nnaji? |
His net worth is $5 Million. |
When was Zeke Nnaji drafted? |
He was picked in the 1st round, the 22nd overall pick of the 2020 NFL Draft. |
How old is Zeke Nnaji? |
Born on January 9, 2001, He is 22 years old. |
How tall is Zeke Nnaji? |
He is 6 ft 9 in tall. |
At which position does Zeke Nnaji? |
He is a Power forward for the Denver Nuggets. |
Is Zeke Nnaji married? |
No, he is not married to anyone. |