Published 14:47 IST, August 4th 2020

Lakers star JaVale McGee earned only $3.5m with Warriors despite winning two NBA rings

Los Angeles Lakers star JaVale McGee earned only $3.5million during his time at the Golden State Warriors despite winning consecutive NBA championship titles.

Reported by: Sreehari Menon
Follow: Google News Icon
  • share
null | Image: self
Advertisement

JaVale McGee has proved to be a vital cog in Los Angeles Lakers set-up this season, allowing Anthony Davis to venture furr ahead on court. McGee's defensive presence along with arrival of Dwight Howard has reignited Lakers hope of ending ir NBA championship drought and help LeBron James win his 4th NBA ring.

Also Read: Lakers' star LeBron James Pre-game George Floyd Tribute T-shirt Sets Social Media Ablaze

Advertisement

JaVale McGee net worth: JaVale McGee Lakers contract

According to Celebrity Net Worth, JaVale McGee net worth figure can be estimated to be around $14million. Much of JaVale McGee net worth can be attributed to his salary from playing professional basketball in NBA. 32-year-old currently plies his trade for Los Angeles Lakers, having signed for m in a two-year $6.3 million deal in 2018. While McGee enjoyed his most productive spell with Golden State Warriors, his earnings re were far from his best. According to IB Times, McGee earned $3.5 million in his two years as a Warrior. Comparatively, he had his biggest paydays in Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers where he earned $22.7 million in three years and $23 million in two years, respectively according to Spotrac.

Also Read: James Harden Follows LeBron James, Deactivates Instagram Account Ahead Of Playoff Run

Advertisement

JaVale McGee net worth: JaVale McGee rings

JaVale McGee was drafted 18th overall by Washington Wizards in 2008 NBA Draft and displayed rare skills for a big man. McGee had a successful period with under Steve Kerr at Golden State Warriors and was a key man in ir set-up as y won consecutive NBA championships at expense of Cleveland Cavaliers. Both of JaVale McGee rings came during his two-year stint with Warriors before he shifted base to Lakers. Lakers haven't won NBA championship since 2010, and McGee would hope to end brought and add ar ring to his hours at end of current season.

Also Read: NBA Fans Find Larry Bird's Tomato Lookalike On Twitter, React With Memes And GIFs

Advertisement

JaVale McGee net worth: JaVale McGee family and personal life

Basketball comes naturally to JaVale McGee family. JaVale's mor, Pamela McGee, was a Hall-of-Famer in WNBA while his sister Imani McGee-Stafford used to play for Dallas Wings. McGee-Stafford has left league recently to pursue law school according to IB Times. McGee's far, 6-foot-10-inch George Montgomery, was a 1985 draft second-round selection by  Portland Trail Blazers, though he did t play for team. He is also cousins with former NFL defensive end Jarron Gilbert. McGee is also a record producer under moniker Pierre. He also invested in movie All Eyez on Me that was released in 2017 and tackled life of rapper and activist Tupac Shakur.

Also Read: Aubrey Huff Takes A Shot At Lakers Star LeBron James For Wearing Shorts And Carrying A Purse

Advertisement

(Im Credit: JaVale McGee Instagram)

14:47 IST, August 4th 2020