NBA Stars, Their Wives, Their Millions And Their Lives

As the old adage goes, behind every great man is a great woman. The players in the NBA are no exception to the rule as these athletes all have wonderful partners supporting them along the way. They have been there throughout their entire career: through the wins, the losses, the championships, the injuries. Some of these couples have even been together before the draft and after the retirement. You probably think that being married to a great basketball player is the life, but it is not all fun and games! After all, NBA wives also have to compete with intense workout routines, busy schedules, strict diets, and the media. Aside from these challenges, the basketball superstars can’t be home all of the time. This is especially true when the season is on. With all of these games across the country, it’s simply impossible to come home often. This alone is enough reason to admire their wives and partners! They have to be independent, strong, and resilient. Not everyone can take it, but those who can take it are greatly rewarded.

Most of the women you will find on the list are the wives of NBA players. They are all beautiful but let us not forget that they lead interesting lives and careers in their own right. For instance, let’s take a look at Alani Nicole “La La” Anthony, the spouse of NBA superstar Carmello Anthony. Sure, she is married to a great athlete, but let us not forget that she was a talented VJ on MTV’s Total Request Live for quite some time as well as appeared in several movies. She was a host for several I Love New York, Flavor of Love, and Real Chance of Love episodes as well as served as a “dean” on Charm School. The relationship between her and Carmello Anthony had been in the limelight ever since their engagement in 2004. Anyone interested in their relationship is in luck since it is featured in reality shows La La’s Full Court Wedding and La La’s Full Court Life.

Chris Webber

These days, you will find Chris Webber working as a TV analyst. However, let us not forget that he was once a great player during his days on the court! He might have been a ladies’ man once upon a time, but he has changed ever since he got together with Erica Dates back in 2007.

They tied the knot two years after they first met. Webber has one of the highest net worths on the list at $143 million. It is therefore a good thing that the reformed playboy has philanthropic tendencies. He is active with the charity foundation TimeOut and spearheads an organization that helps the youth by launching recreational activities.

Jerry Stackhouse

Did you know that Jerry Stackhouse played for 18 years before he decided to retire and coach instead? The athlete got married to Ramirra Marks in 2010 and they have been blessed with three children. His passion for basketball is not limited to the court as he is able to use his knowledge as a game analyst on the side.

These days, you will find him as the team coach for the Raptors 905 in the NBA G League. His net worth is estimated to be at $60 million.

Gary Payton

Gary Payton was a single-time championship winner with the Miami Heat. At present, his net worth is estimated to be $130 million.

He also played with the Seattle SuperSonics for quite some time and this was the point in his career where he garnered most the bulk of his wealth. He recently celebrated 20 years of union with his childhood sweetheart Monique James, with whom he has been married since 1997. They have three children between them: Gary Jr., Julian, and Raquel.

Hakeem Olajuwon

Hakeem had already been a mainstay on the court ever since he was 15 years old! It was no surprise that he became quite the superstar during his college career.

With a $200 million net worth, he is indisputably the richest man on the list. He might have had an arranged marriage, but he has been with Dalia Asafi for over two decades now. The couple has been blessed with three lovely girls: Abi, Rahmah, and Aisha.

Ben Simmons

Australian-born Ben Simmons has been with the Philadelphia 76s since 2016. The player has not been unfortunate when it comes to dating. He had been the long-time boyfriend of Dylan Gonzales. The two made a striking pair but Simmons is not the only athletic star in the couple.

Dylan makes up half of the Gonzales twins of collegiate basketball fame. However, they split up in 2017 and Simmons has recently been spotted with model Kendall Jenner.

Tristan Thompson

Just a mere two years ago, Tristan Thompson won the championship together with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He has a son called Prince with his ex-girlfriend, Jordan Craig. He is also the father to a daughter, True, with current beau Khloe Kardashian.

If the forecasts are correct, Tristan is about the become the Cavs’ third-highest paid player. According to the estimates, he should earn over $17 million dollars in the coming season and $18.5 million in the 2019-2020 season.

Shaquille O’Neal

This list would definitely be incomplete without Shaq! The 7”1’ legend is easily one of the most popular basketball players of all time. Aside from his athletic prowess, he is also well known for hosting the TNT TV show Inside the NBA.

At the moment, he has a whopping net worth of $400 million! He was married to Shaunie O’Neal from 2002 to 2011. He was able to find love again with Laticia Rolles, who he became engaged to in 2016. The proposal was well-publicized since she said yes on social media! Her post said, “Yes I will. Today, tomorrow and forever yours.”

Kevin Garnett

Kevin Garnett once played for the Minnesota Timberwolves as well as the Boston Celtics. He was active for a total of 21 seasons before he decided to retire. Over the course of more than two decades, he was able to accumulate some $190 million.

He is one of the few in the industry who decided to prioritize love over work. He actually skipped the Athens Olympic Games so that he can wed Brandi Padilla in California. They have been together since 2004 and they have two daughters between them.

Kevin Durant

Kevin Durant was once known as a ladies’ man, so it came as a shock when he decided to commit exclusively to Jasmine Shine in 2014.

She is not fond of the limelight, a quality that she shares with her partner. You will not find a lot of information about their relationship online! Jasmine has very little presence on social media platforms as well.

Chris Paul

It is safe to say that Chris Paul has experienced an ample amount of success ever since he began his basketball career. In fact, he has accumulated a fortune worth $75 million since his draft! Aside from financial success, he has also been happily married to his college sweetheart Jada Crawley since the year 2011.

According to him, it is a relationship that will go on longer than his sports career. They have a pair of son and daughter called Christopher and Camryn Alexis respectively.

Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook and Nina Earl first met in college. Several years later, they decided to become man and wife sometime in 2015. They also welcomed a son to the world in May 2017. Aside from this blessing, the family has also been lucky in other aspects of life.

Westbrook was also signed onto the Oklahoma City Thunder for a five-year contract! It was a deal estimated to be $250 million so it will certainly help boost his current net worth which stands at $41.5 million.

Amar’e Stoudemire

Amar’e Stoudemire proposed to Alexis Welch at the Eiffel Tower and the two walked down the aisle on December 12, 2012.

It might not seem like they have the most stable relationship, but it’s a relief to hear that they are still together. Their marriage has been able to withstand an affair and a lovechild!

Blake Griffin

Blake Griffin was once the long-time partner of Brynn Cameron, sister of NFL star Jordan Cameron. The couple has two children between them: Finley Elaine and Ford Wilson Griffin.

However, they eventually called it quits and it did not take long before he began dating model Kendall Jenner. They have recently split up, however, and rumor has it that he has been dating musician Tinashe.

Kevin Love

Here is something you might not know: Kevin Love was actually doing some acting work in Cleveland before he was signed onto the Cavs. Aside from enjoying a successful career, he has also been lucky when it comes to love.

He began dating the talented Cody Horn back in 2014. The actress is best known for her role in Magic Mike as Channing Tatum’s romantic interest. She is also the daughter of Disney chairman Alan Horn. Sadly, they eventually split up.

Jermaine O’Neal

Jermaine and Mesha O’Neal have been blessed with two children together: Asija and Jermaine, Jr.  Aside from his basketball career, he is also the owner of the Atlanta recording studio called Bogota Entertainment.

He has a net worth of around $70 million. Mesha, meanwhile, was featured on the series Basketball Wives. Their family is well-known for being devout Christians and they are very proud of their faith.

Paul Pierce

Paul Pierce first met Julie Landrum in 2006 and they eventually exchanged vows four years after. They have three children together: Prianna Lee, Adrian Tanya, and Prince Paul.

The basketball player was fortunate enough to get some great advertising deals, like his work for Attitude Drinks. We bet they were helpful when it comes to boosting his net worth, which stands at $70 million.

Kawhi Leonard

Apparently, athletic prowess is something that runs in the Leonard bloodline. While he has made a name for himself in the NBA, his cousin is currently active in the NFL.

Kawhi Leonard is undeniably talented when it comes to basketball and there’s no doubt it’s why he has been able to amass an impressive amount of $35.6 million. He is married to San Diego native Kishele Shipley. She gave birth to a daughter in 2016.

Junior Bridgeman

Junior Bridgeman was once a player for both the Los Angeles Lakers and the Milwaukee Bucks during the 70s. He retired after spending 12 years on the courts and he has been working in business since the late 80s.

Bridgeman is the owner of a Wendy’s franchise and we’re sure this venture helped build a fortune amounting to $600 million. He has been married to his wife Doris for more than 40 years now.

Lonzo Ball

There is no doubt that Lonzo Ball has inherited his parents’ talent in the court. After all, LaVar and Tina Ball both played basketball on the collegiate level.

He’s not the only child in the family to take up after them since LiAngelo and LaMelo both play as well! Aside from playing basketball, the Los Angeles Lakers player is also a rapper who has produced two singles of his own. He is in a happy relationship with girlfriend Denise Garcia.

Pat Riley

Pat Riley is best known for his work as a coach. However, if you were a sports fan back in the 60s and the 70s, we bet you know him as a player for both the Dallas Cowboys and the San Diego Rockets. Yes, he used to play both football and basketball!

He is the general manager and president for the Miami Heat so it’s no surprise he is worth $80 million. He is married to Chris Rodstrom and they have an adopted son together.

Michael Jordan

Even people who don’t keep up with basketball knows this legend! Is it really any surprise that he has a stunning net worth of $1.4 billion? He was able to land some highly profitable endorsement deals that have boosted his wealth. We bet you have heard of the brand Jordan under Nike.

He has twin girls with former model Yvette Prieto. The two tied the knot sometime in 2013, though this was not his first marriage. He was previously married to Juanita Vanoy until they called it quits in 2006.

Isaiah Thomas

You might know Isaiah Thomas as the former point guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers. These days, he is a player for the Denver Nuggets.

He has a non-celebrity girlfriend called Kayla Wallace. Thomas actually called their wedding day the best day of his life! The basketball star has a net worth of $20 million.

Stephon Marbury

Stephon Marbury and LaTasha exchanged their vows in 2002. They have since welcomed three kids into their family. Stephon has clearly been rewarded for all of his hard work and he is presently worth $45 million. Interestingly, he began playing for the Chinese Basketball Association under the management of the Beijing Ducks.

This, of course, happened after his stint with the Milwaukee Bucks. Most people are also unaware of his philanthropic tendencies—he actually donated a $1 million for the victims of Hurricane Katrina back in 2005.

Mike Bibby

Mike Bibby was active in the NBA for 14 years before he decided to settle down in his hometown to begin a coaching career. He is worth $60 million and the father to four children. Bibby walked down the aisle with his childhood sweetheart Darcy.

He even has her name tattooed on his wrist as a sign of his devotion to his wife! The elusive couple has decided to keep their personal lives low-profile and you will have a hard time learning more about their relationship.

DeMar DeRozan

It is already impressive that DeMar DeRozan made it to the NBA All-Stars thrice in only four years.

What more when you learn about the fact that he signed a five-year contract with the Toronto Raptors worth $139 million? He has two daughters with his longtime wife and partner Kiara Morrison.

Carmelo Anthony

Fun fact: Carmelo Anthony has a no-trade clause, a condition that he shares with NBA superstars LeBron James and Dirk Nowitzki! At the moment, he is worth $80 million, though we’re sure that this will increase in no time.

After all, he is set to receive $100 million for the rest of his contract! He got married to TV star La La Anthony in 2010. She is best known as the host for MTV’s Total Request Live. Carmelo has two children, one from a previous relationship and another with his current wife.

Vlade Divac

Considering the fact that he stands at 7”1’ tall, the Sacramento Kings GM is sure to attract attention wherever he goes. However, let us not forget the fact that he recorded to have scored 13000 points and played 1000 games during his NBA career.

The Serbian-born athlete has made a name for himself as the first player born outside the U.S. to participate in that amount of games. It was known that he was paid $93 million when he was an active player but his present net worth is estimated to be $45 million. He is happily married to his wife Snezana.

Tracy McGrady

Come on, we all know that T-Mac has been nothing short of amazing on the court. However, he has since retired from basketball and now focuses on baseball. At the moment, he is worth approximately $80 million. He is married to an equally amazing woman, CleRenda Harris. She is celebrated for her work on the women’s initiative called Project P.U.S.H. The couple first met sometime in 2006 and they have three children together.

Magic Johnson

Magic Johnson is yet another legendary figure in the history of basketball so it’s easy to imagine how he is worth $600 million. He is actually still active in the sporting industry! In fact, he is a co-owner of the LA Dodgers as well as the president of the Los Angeles Lakers.

He tied the knot with Earlitha “Cookie” Kelly in Lansing sometime in 1991. They have an openly gay son called EJ as well as an adopted daughter named Elisa. He also fathered Andre Johnson from his previous relationship with Melissa Mitchel. Here’s an interesting tidbit: he is a devout Christian who believes that faith is an essential part of his family.

Andre Iguodala

Andre Iguodala has been impressing basketball fans for quite some time now but he only came under everyone’s radar when he became part of the U.S. national team. Despite his fame, the Golden State Warriors shooting guard-cum-small forward has decided to keep a low-key life.

He has two children, one from a previous relationship and one with his wife Christina Gutierrez. They had been childhood sweethearts but it’s evident that they did not always have a smooth-sailing relationship. Luckily, they finally decided to become man and wife in 2015.

Kyle Lowry

Kyle Lowry has become a fan favorite ever since he proved his athletic prowess under the U.S. national team. He helped bring home the gold medal in the 2016 Summer Olympics and he has since become the pride and glory of the country.

He signed a contract with the Toronto Raptors for a $100 million deal. His current net worth is estimated to be around $58 million. He is happily married to Ayahna Cornish Lowry and they have two sons together.

Alonzo Mourning

No one will ever deny the fact that Alonzo Mourning is an influential figure in the history of the NBA. He certainly amassed quite a lot of money during his time with the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat. He has been married to Tracy Wilson since 1997 and they are blessed with three children.

The couple also launched the Honey Shine Mentoring Program, a project that aims to provide educational opportunities to young girls in Miami.

Chris Bosh

Chris Bosh played for the Miami Heat before joining the Toronto Raptors. He might have a $50 million net worth but his philanthropic endeavors are equally, if not more, admirable. Bosh promotes literacy among children and even founded the Chris Bosh Foundation.

He uses the organization as a platform to offer kids various educational opportunities in Texas. Meanwhile, his wife Adrienne Bosh has made a name for herself as a beauty entrepreneur. She presently runs the Sparkle and Shine Darling, a boutique shop based in Miami.

Landry Fields

Landry Fields’ career kicked off when he was discovered by the New York Knicks during the second round of the NBA Draft in 2010. After two years, he was signed by the Toronto Raptors in a deal worth $20 million. Sadly, his career in the NBA would be short-lived and he works as a college scout these days.

Regardless, he must have been able to amass quite an impressive wealth! He might not have had the most successful career, but he sure is lucky in love. He is married to model Elaine Alden and they have been blessed with two sons.

Larry Bird

Who doesn’t know the man, the myth, the legend Larry Bird? He must be one of the most awarded men in NBA history. He had been MVP, Executive of the Year, and Coach of the Year at various points in his career. Larry is best known for playing with the Boston Celtics.

He has been together with his wife Dinah Mattingly since the year 1989. The two are the parents to a pair of adopted kids.

Marko Jaric

We all know Marko Jaric but we bet you are also familiar with his high-profile beau Adriana Lima. The Brazilian model is well known as one of the Victoria’s Secret Angels.

The two exchanged vows on February 14, 2009 and they welcomed two children into the world together. Sadly, the couple decided to go their own ways in 2014.

Jason Kidd

The former point guard most recently served as the Milwaukee Bucks’ Head Coach until the middle of the 2018 season.

It’s a good thing that he has a beautiful wife and lovely children. He got married to American celebrity Porschla Coleman on September 10, 2011.

Al Horford

The Atlanta Hawks power forward tied the knot with Amelia Vega on December 24, 2011.

She was actually the first Dominican to be awarded the title of Miss Universe! The good-looking couple exchanged their vows in the Dominican Republic, where they were both born and raised.

David Lee

The Boston Celtics power forward might no longer be with American actress Sabina Gadecki but they are worth mentioning anyway.

After all, she is definitely on the list of the most gorgeous NBA partners!

J.J. Barea

The point guard for the Dallas Mavericks once dated former Miss Universe Zuleyka Rivera.

The beauty queen won the pageant in 2006 and she gave birth to Sebastian Jose Barea Rivera on February 17, 2012. Sadly, the relationship was not meant to last and they split up in April 2013.

Nick Young

It’s pretty unbelievable that not many people know about the fact that Nick Young and Iggy Azalea were once together.

It’s true! They even announced that they were engaged on June 1, 2015. However, they called it off after one year. Rumor has it that Nick’s infidelities caused the split.

Earl Watson

You probably remember actress Jennifer Freeman for her portrayal of Claire Kyle on the sitcom “My Wife and Kids”.

She is presently dating Earl Watson, the present Head Coach of the Phoenix Suns. Don’t they make an adorable couple?

Devin Harris

Devin Harris and Meghan Allen walked down the aisle in 2013. Did you know that their relationship was first made public on The Howard Stern Show? Yup.

The couple has two children between them.

Peja Stojakovic

We’re lucky that there is no truth to the rumors about the split between Peja Stojakovic and Aleka Kamila! We know that Peja was a great player, but Aleka is successful in her own right.

She is a respected Greek model who has graced the pages of magazines like Esquire, Madame, and Marie Claire. They’re certainly a gorgeous pair, don’t you think?

Dwayne Wade

Gabrielle Union is a wonderful woman. She is an actress and model, though her best work is probably for the cheerleading movie “Bring It On”.

Interestingly, she actually dated Jason Kidd back when they were high school students. The story goes that he broke up with her while her father was right in front of them! Yikes. It’s probably a good thing that she ended up with Dwayne Wade instead.

Andrei Kirilenko

Retired basketball star Andrei Kirilenko actually met the gorgeous Masha when she was employed by Nike.

They made their union official in 2001, though they have an unusual marriage agreement. She has given her husband permission to sleep with someone else once a year. It might be an unorthodox setup, but it looks like it works for them! They have three children between the two of them.

Matt Barnes

Gloria Govan had garnered some attention after she made an appearance on the VH1 show Basketball Wives.

Her husband was none other than the Memphis Grizzlies’ power forward Matt Barnes. However, the two separated in 2014 after suspicions of domestic violence came out.

Pau Gasol

We bet you’re wondering about the lucky lady that has been able to get Pau Gasol’s heart! Her name is Silvia Castro and she is a talented gymnast and dancer.

We’re certainly glad to hear that they are still together! They are actually still living together and engaged, despite the rumors that once circulated.

Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Laine-Bryant make up one of the most popular couples in the industry.

It’s true that they have had a tumultuous relationship, but the important thing is that they are still together! They actually filed for divorce in 2011 but decided not to push through with the process. The pair has been blessed with two daughters.

Charlie Bell

R&B musician and former Miss Michigan Kenya Howard was yet another alumnus of VH1’s “Basketball Wives”! She was, of course, married to former NBA star Charlie Bell.

Sadly, the marriage ended up in divorce.

Ray Allen

Ray Allen was a household name back in the day. He is married to the beautiful Shannon Walker Williams.

She is an actress-singer who has appeared in “Girlfight” and “One More Time”. They got married on August 16, 2008 and have four children between them.

Jason Maxiell

Every couple has their own set of ups and downs, but we daresay that Jason and Brandi Maxiell underwent more than the usual share of challenges.

Brandi was actually diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Jason even shaved his hair as a tribute to her! It’s fantastic that she was able to make a full recovery. They celebrated this development by traveling to Africa to enjoy their honeymoon. Aww!

Dan Gadzuric

The Milwaukee Bucks’ Dan Gadzuric was married to Lisette Gadzuric for some time. They even welcomed two children into the world together.

Sadly, it simply was not meant to be. Despite the separation, she still uses his last name. Lisette has recently been linked to UFC Lightweight Champion Anthony Pettis.

Wayne Ellington

Wayne Ellington and Amanda Altschuler first met each other when he was starting out in the NBA and she was attending Drexel University.

The two might have split up in 2014 for a brief period of time, but they eventually got back together. They were engaged for some time before they finally split up for good.

Serge Ibaka

Serge Ibaka sure is one lucky guy. Aside from his athletic prowess, he is also dating Keri Hilson.

Keep your eyes peeled out for the lovely singer-songwriter during Toronto Raptors games! You might just see her supporting her man in the crowd.

Andre Drummond

Members of the younger generation probably remember Jennette McCurdy for playing Sam on Nickelodeon’s iCarly.

She once dated Detroit Pistons’ Andre Drummond, but the short-lived relationship only resulted in a hostile breakup.

Kosta Koufos

You probably know Kosta Koufos as the Sacramento Kings’ Center, but you should also know that he is engaged to the beautiful Leia Sergakis.

She was actually a contestant during the 2012 Miss Utah pageant.

Daniel Gibson

All R&B fans will be familiar with Keyshia Cole! She is already talented and famous on her own, but she garnered even more attention when she got married to Daniel Gibson in 2011.

She has a child with the Cleveland Cavaliers players. Sadly, they decided to break up in 2014.

Klay Thompson

You might not know this, but Hannah Stocking and Klay Thompson went out for a while.

We were sad to hear that it didn’t work out. Don’t they make the cutest couple?

Kevin Love

We already know that Kevin Love has gone out with a lot of lovely women.

He was actually engaged to the attractive Cody Horn for quite some time as well. They make a gorgeous pair together, don’t they? Sadly, it didn’t work out and they called it quits in 2015.

Iman Shumpert

The Sacramento Kings baller once dated the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter! However, he has since moved on. He eventually got married to R&B artist Teyana Taylor.

She gave birth to their daughter Iman Tayla Shumpert Jr. on December 16, 2015 in the comfort of their home.