Chris Paul retires from NBA after 20-year career: Here’s his net worth

Paul, affectionately known as the “ball-handling god,” announced his retirement on Instagram on February 13. He wrote, “That’s it! After 21 years, I’m leaving basketball.”

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Over the course of his career, Paul’s productivity on the court has earned him lucrative contracts. His largest salary in the NBA was a four-year, $120 million contract extension with the Phoenix Suns.

Paul signed a one-year, $3.6 million contract with the team through the 2025-26 season. Los Angeles Clippers The Toronto Raptors subsequently waived him before being traded to the Toronto Raptors.

Before the epidemic cuts, his contract amount for the 2020-21 season was $41.4 million, which was the same as the second-highest contract in the NBA. In the 2021-22 season, he made $30.8 million.

According to Yardbarker statistics, Paul’s salary in the NBA during his entire career exceeds $400 million, ranking among the top five in the league with the highest career earnings.

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Paul’s financial position has also been boosted by investments in tech startups Hyperice and Angel City FC (NWSL), as well as his production company Ohh Dip!!! entertainment and the Good Eat’n snack brand.

According to Forbes, his business portfolio includes stakes in companies such as State Farm Promotions and sports franchise partnerships, further increasing his post-career wealth.