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LaMarcus Aldridge biography, net worth and NBA salary

LaMarcus Aldridge
LaMarcus Aldridge. Photo/Sky Sports
  • He is an American former professional basketball player
  • He played college basketball with the Texas Longhorns
  • He was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2006 NBA draft

LaMarcus Nurae Aldridge is an American former professional basketball player whose current net worth is estimated to be $40 million. Born in Texas, his talent began with his high school team when he led them to a state championship and then went on to play for the University of Texas where he was a two-time All-American.

Aldridge was drafted second overall by the Portland Trail Blazers where he became a key player and earned seven All-Star selections and played for the Blazers for nine seasons before signing with the San Antonio Spurs for five seasons before joining the Brooklyn Nets throughout his time with the team was cut short after due to a heart condition.

Fortunately, he responded well to treatment and returned to play for the Nets, playing for them for one season before retiring officially in March 2023.

LaMarcus Aldridge Biography

Full name LaMarcus Nurae Aldridge
Age 38 years old
Height 2.11 m
Place of birth Dallas, Texas, U.S.
Date of birth July 19 1985
Nationality American
Occupation Basketball player
Source of wealth Basketball earnings
Marital status Married

LaMarcus Aldridge Net Worth

Aldridge’s net worth can currently be estimated to be about $40 million primarily from his successful basketball career. The player was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2006 NBA draft.

He had a successful playtime with the Blazers and played for the team for nine seasons where he earned about $80 million in salary without potential bonuses or any other income. He then signed with the San Antonio Spurs, played for the team for five seasons and earned about $145 million in base salary with potential bonuses.

In addition to his career earnings, the player had several endorsement deals throughout his career, adding to his overall wealth and marketability. These avenues have significantly contributed to his overall wealth as well as his net worth.

LaMarcus Aldridge’s Personal Life

The player was born on July 19 1985, to his mother Georgia, who raised him after their divorce. She brought him up single-handedly and instilled a strong work ethic in him. He has an elder brother whose name is not publicly known.

LaMarcus Aldridge

LaMarcus Aldridge. Photo/Blazer’s Edge

His educational background is marked by both perseverance and an unexpected turn from early doubt to athletic acclaim. He attended Seagoville High School where he was considered a basketball prodigy. His potential caught the eye of coach Robert Allen who recognized his raw talent.

In his senior year, he was a dominant force and was named a McDonald’s All-American and considered one of the top players in the nation. He chose to play college basketball for the University of Texas where he became a two-time All-American and led the Longhorns to the NCAA Tournament’s Elite Eight.

While playing basketball, he also considered his studies and graduated from the institution with a degree in Communications. He was then drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2006 NBA draft where he played for nine seasons before signing with the San Antonio Spurs and played for them for five seasons.

The player then signed with the Brooklyn Nets and played for one season before he developed a heart condition but fortunately, he responded well to treatment and got back with the Nets for one season before retiring officially from playing basketball.

LaMarcus  Aldridge Career

Born in Texas, his talent began with his high school team when he led them to a state championship and then went on to play for the University of Texas where he was a two-time All-American.

Aldridge was drafted second overall by the Portland Trail Blazers where he became a key player and earned seven All-Star selections and played for the Blazers for nine seasons before signing with the San Antonio Spurs for five seasons before joining the Brooklyn Nets throughout his time with the team was cut short after due to a heart condition.

LaMarcus Aldridge

LaMarcus Aldridge. Photo/ESPN

Fortunately, he responded well to treatment and returned to play for the Nets, playing for them for one season before retiring officially in March 2023.

Aldridge had a sixteen-year career in the NBA and his tenure was full of success both on and off the court. Here we look at some of his achievements:

  • He was a seven times NBA All-Star 
  • He was a two-time NBA Second Team
  • He was a three times All-NBA Third Team
  • He was a Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year Award twice
  • He led Texas to the NCAA Tournament’s Elite Eight
  • He represented the United States at the 2008 FIBA Americas Championship

LaMarcus Luxury Collection

The player owns a selection of high-end cars which he can comfortably afford as reflected in his net worth. Some of the brands he owns include Ferrari, Rolls Royce, Mercedes Benz, Tesla and Chevelle.

FAQs

  1. How old is Aldridge?

38 years old

2. What is his net worth in 2024?

$40 million

3. Was he drafted in the NB?

Yes

4. Who drafted him?

Portland Trail Blazers

5. Is he still playing?

No.

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