Jaylen Brown Net Worth

What is Jaylen Brown's Net Worth and Salary?

Jaylen Brown, an American professional basketball player, boasts a net worth of $80 million. His annual salary from the NBA alone stands at $61 million. On June 17, 2024, Brown and the Boston Celtics triumphed over the Dallas Mavericks to clinch the NBA Championship, with Brown earning the series MVP title.

On July 25, 2023, Jaylen signed the largest contract in NBA history, a five-year $304 million extension with an average annual salary of $61 million. Prior to this, he accumulated $70 million in NBA salary earnings.

Brown was a first-round draft pick, selected third overall by the Boston Celtics in the 2016 NBA Draft. He swiftly became an essential component of the Celtics' lineup. Known for his versatility on the court, Brown excels in scoring, rebounding, and defending, and also engages actively in various charitable endeavors.

Early Life

Born in Marietta, Georgia, on October 24, 1996, Jaylen Brown stands at 6'7" and plays as a small forward and shooting guard. He attended Wheeler High School in Marietta, where he was a five-star recruit and ranked among the nation's top players. In his senior year, Brown averaged 28.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game, earning him the title of Georgia Gatorade Player of the Year.

In 2015, he was named Mr. Georgia Basketball and selected as a first-team Parade All-American and a McDonald's All-American.

College

Opting to play college basketball for the California Golden Bears, Brown averaged 14.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game as a freshman, leading to his selection to the Pac-12 All-Freshman Team. In his sophomore year, he averaged 16.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, and was named to the All-Pac-12 First Team.

NBA Career

Drafted third overall by the Boston Celtics in the 2016 NBA Draft, Brown made his NBA debut on October 26, 2016, against the Brooklyn Nets, scoring 17 points in his first game. He earned the Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month for October. Over his career, Brown has averaged 17.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, with a 2021 All-NBA Third Team selection.

He’s been instrumental in the Celtics' recent success, contributing significantly to their Eastern Conference Finals appearances in 2017, 2018, and 2022.

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Career Earnings

Brown's first contract with the Celtics was a four-year deal worth $22.1 million. Before the 2019-2020 season, he signed a $107 million extension after turning down an initial $80 million offer.

In 2023, he inked the largest contract in NBA history, a five-year $304 million extension, with an average annual salary of $61 million. Additionally, Brown has endorsement deals with brands such as Under Armour, Beats by Dre, and Pepsi.

Personal Life and Real Estate

In July 2020, Jaylen Brown purchased a seven-bedroom mansion in Wellesley, Massachusetts, for $7.8 million, a property originally listed at $11 million. The 10,100 square foot mansion sits on a 1.5-acre lot.

Interesting facts about Jaylen Brown:

• He is an avid fan of anime and soccer.
• He serves on the Boston Celtics' social justice council.
• Brown established the Jaylen Brown Family Foundation, which supports educational and athletic programs for youth in Boston.
• He follows a vegetarian diet and advocates for animal rights.
• He is a fan of the Los Angeles Lakers and has expressed a desire to play for them someday.