What is Mark Blount's Net Worth?
Mark Blount, a retired American professional basketball player, boasts a net worth of $8 million. Born in Yonkers, New York, in 1975, Blount stood out in his college basketball years at the University of Pittsburgh from 1995 to 1997.
Early Career and NBA Draft
Blount's journey to the NBA began when he was selected by the Seattle SuperSonics with the 54th overall pick in the 1997 NBA Draft. Despite being drafted, his NBA debut didn't come until 2000 with the Boston Celtics. Before making his NBA appearance, Blount honed his skills with various teams, including the CBA's Yakima Sun Kings and La Crosse Bobcats, France's Paris Basket Racing, the USBL's Atlantic City Seagulls and New Jersey Shorecats, and the IBL's Baltimore Bayrunners.
NBA Career Highlights
Blount had significant stints with several NBA teams. His initial tenure with the Celtics lasted until 2002, followed by a season with the Denver Nuggets from 2002 to 2003. He returned to the Celtics from 2003 to 2006, then played with the Minnesota Timberwolves from 2006 to 2007, the Miami Heat from 2007 to 2009, and made a final run with the Timberwolves from 2009 to 2010.
Statistical Achievements
Throughout his professional career, Blount accumulated close to 5,000 points, 2,784 rebounds, and over 500 blocked shots. His average was just over eight points per game, alongside 4.6 rebounds across more than 600 regular-season games. In the postseason, he made four appearances with the Celtics, playing in 22 games and averaging 4.2 points per playoff game.
