What is Caron Butler's Net Worth?
Caron Butler is an acclaimed American professional basketball player with an impressive net worth of $26 million. Born in 1980 in Racine, Wisconsin, Butler started his basketball journey playing high school basketball locally before transferring to a high school in Maine. He later excelled at the University of Connecticut, playing from 2000 to 2002. During his collegiate career, he earned second-team All-American honors and was named Big East Player of the Year in 2002.
NBA Career
Butler’s professional journey began when the Miami Heat picked him tenth overall in the first round of the 2002 NBA Draft. He made his debut with the Heat later that year and remained with the team until 2004. His career saw him play for several NBA teams, including:
- Los Angeles Lakers (2004-2005)
- Washington Wizards (2005-2010)
- Dallas Mavericks (2010-2011)
- Los Angeles Clippers (2011-2013)
- Milwaukee Bucks (2013-2014)
- Oklahoma City Thunder (2014)
- Detroit Pistons (2014-2015)
- Sacramento Kings (2015-2016)
Achievements and Honors
Butler’s illustrious career is highlighted by winning an NBA championship with the Dallas Mavericks in 2011. He also earned first-team All-Rookie honors in 2003 and was a two-time NBA All-Star from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, Butler represented the U.S. men's national team, securing a gold medal at the FIBA U21 World Championship in Saitama in 2001.
Personal Journey and Legacy
Butler often credits his Christianity for saving his life. As a child, he found solace in reading the Bible, which guided him towards a positive direction. His passion for basketball was ignited during a challenging period in a juvenile institution. Apart from his basketball career, Butler is an entrepreneur and owns several Burger King franchises. He is happily married to his wife, Andrea.
