What is P.J. Brown's Net Worth?
P.J. Brown is a retired American professional basketball player with a net worth of $26 million. Born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1969, Brown made a significant mark in the basketball world. He showcased his talent early on, playing college basketball at Louisiana Tech, where he was later inducted into the Louisiana Tech Athletic Hall of Fame.
Professional Career Highlights
The New Jersey Nets selected Brown as the 29th overall pick in the second round of the 1992 NBA Draft. Although he started his professional career with Panionios in Greece, he soon joined the Nets, playing from 1993 until 1996. Brown's NBA journey included stints with the Miami Heat, the Charlotte Hornets (which later became the New Orleans Hornets and Oklahoma City Hornets), the Chicago Bulls, and ultimately, the Boston Celtics, where he won an NBA Championship in 2008.
Accolades and Achievements
Brown's defensive prowess earned him a spot on the NBA All-Defensive Second Team three times (1997, 1999, and 2001). In 2004, he was honored with the NBA Sportsmanship Award, recognizing his integrity and conduct on the court. Over his career, Brown accumulated impressive statistics: 9,870 points, 8,409 rebounds, and 1,116 blocks. Notably, he remains the only player to have been on the Hornets' roster in all three cities the team has called home.
Off the Court
Beyond his basketball career, P.J. Brown appeared in the movie Romance & Cigarettes as a police officer. He is married to his wife, Dee, and they share four children together: three daughters and one son.
