The NBA has quite a few players who have been making records ever since they joined the league. To name a few, we have Los Angeles Clippers’ Chris Paul and Portland Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard. And to tip it off, a comparison based on their net worths seems valid. Chris Paul’s net worth comes from a combination of his NBA salary, contract agreements, his lifetime endorsements, and a lot more to mention. While Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard is no less, and he too has been earning significantly from the big league, along with some prominent investments. Lillard previously played for the Milwaukee Bucks before joining the Trail Blazers. From NBA salaries to career earnings, here is everything you need to know about the NBA veterans’ net worth.
Chris Paul’s net worth, NBA salary, contract details, brand endorsements, and more
The 12x NBA star has played for almost 10 seasons in the big league, and that speaks volumes about his net worth. As of 2025, Paul’s net worth stands at $180 million (per Celebrity Net Worth). His career earnings exceed $400 million, with some sources claiming the figures to be around $404.5 million during the 2024-2025 season, which means that Paul is one of the highest-paid players in the NBA. As for his NBA salary for the 2025-2026 season, he is entitled to receive $3.6 million due to his one-year minimum contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. Chris Paul has been involved with various high-end brands such as Jordan Brand (Nike), State Farm, Panini, Tissot, and Spalding, and he has been earning $6 million – $10 million per year from these endorsements. Paul’s career high stands at 43 points, 9 assists, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals, which he scored back in the 2007-2008 season against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Damian Lillard’s net worth, NBA salary, contract details, brand endorsements, and more
One of the terrific players of the NBA, who has opted out of the 2025-2026 season, is Damian Lillard. Lillard’s net worth in 2025 stands at approximately $100 million. His career earnings are over $365 million, as of late 2025, and with his contract agreement with the Trail Blazers, it exceeds that amount. His contract details involve a three-year, $42 million contract with his current team, which he signed back in July 2025, including a player option for the 2027-2028 season. The 9x NBA All-Star isn’t playing the 2025-2026 season due to his severe injury; however, his salary as of that very same year stands at $70 million, including his deals with the Milwaukee Bucks. His career high stands at 71 points, which he scored against the Houston Rockets, back on February 26, 2023. Also read: NBA injury update: Is Damian Lillard playing tonight vs Oklahoma City Thunder? Encouraging signs emerge as star stays optimistic about Achilles recovery
