What Is Tim Thomas’ Net Worth?
Tim Thomas, a former American professional basketball player, has an estimated net worth of $38 million as of 2025. This valuation is based on his earnings throughout his NBA career and potential investments.
Tim Thomas’ Career Earnings and Contracts
Throughout his NBA career, Tim Thomas earned approximately $97,873,455 ($162,804,575*). This includes his base salaries and any incentives he may have received during his time in the league.
A breakdown of some key contract details includes:
- Los Angeles Clippers (2006): Signed a four-year, $24 million contract.
- Dallas Mavericks (2010): Agreed to a one-year deal worth the veteran minimum of $1.35 million, but ultimately did not report to the team.
He was traded multiple times throughout his career, impacting his earnings with different teams. Notably, he was involved in a trade that sent Eddy Curry to the New York Knicks, while Thomas went to the Chicago Bulls, along with other players and draft picks.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born on February 26, 1977, in Paterson, New Jersey, Tim Thomas was a highly regarded prospect during his time at Paterson Catholic High School. He played college basketball for the Villanova Wildcats. After just one year, he declared for the 1997 NBA draft. The New Jersey Nets selected him with the seventh overall pick, but he was immediately traded to the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBA Career Highlights and Statistics
Tim Thomas played for several NBA teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls, Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Clippers, and Dallas Mavericks. His career spanned from 1997 to 2010, during which he appeared in 824 games. He averaged 11.5 points per game, with a .437 field goal percentage and .370 three-point percentage.
Key highlights include:
- NBA All-Rookie Second Team honors in 1998.
- Seven playoff appearances, with his best run in 2006 with the Phoenix Suns, reaching the Western Conference Finals.
Post-Playing Career
After retiring from professional basketball, Tim Thomas transitioned into coaching. In 2023, he became the head coach of the boys’ basketball team at Paramus Catholic High School in Paramus, New Jersey.