Paul George is an American basketball player, currently a member of the National Basketball Association(NBA) team the Indiana Pacers. He was born on May 2, 1990, in Palmdale, California. As of early 2016, George’s net worth is reported to be $20 million, largely gained from his career in playing basketball.
George came from a family of athletes, with both of his older sisters being sportswomen. He began playing formal basketball when he entered Pete Knight High School. Despite the lack of attention from college recruiters, he eventually received a basketball scholarship from Santa Clara University. Subsequently, he transferred to California State University-Fresno and became recognized as the team’s best free-throw shooter in the history of their school.
In 2010, George was included in the NBA Draft and became the highest draft pick in the history of Fresno State, forgoing his remaining two years in college to sign a contract with the Indiana Pacers. Throughout his career, he has achieved numerous accolades in the NBA, including being named NBA’s Most Improved Player in 2013 and participating in the NBA All-Star game three times.
As of today, George is still with the Indiana Pacers, and apart from basketball, he also volunteers for “G2 Zone” along with teammate George Hill. In his personal life, George is currently dating girlfriend Destiny Marie.
George’s notable achievements have greatly contributed to his net worth, alongside his contract offers and endorsements. Today, the estimated net worth of Paul George is around $20 million, with an annual salary of $15.9 million.
Paul George’s remarkable success and contributions to the sport have solidified his position as a highly regarded figure in the world of basketball.
