Channing Thomas Frye, born on May 17, 1983, is a retired American professional basketball player. A versatile power forward-center, he played college basketball for the University of Arizona before being drafted 8th overall by the New York Knicks in the 2005 NBA draft. Frye played for several NBA teams, including the Portland Trail Blazers, Phoenix Suns, Orlando Magic, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Los Angeles Lakers. He won an NBA Championship with the Cavaliers in 2016. During his NBA career, Channing earned nearly $70 million in salary. Since retirement, Frye has become an NBA analyst for Turner Sports and co-hosts podcasts such as Road Trippin’. He also founded Chosen Family Wines. Frye married Lauren Lisoski in 2009, and they have four children. He established The Channing Frye Foundation in 2007, later expanding it into The Frye Family Foundation, to support communities in Portland and Phoenix.
Here’s a breakdown of Channing Frye’s net worth, salary, and financial details:
## What Is Channing Frye’s Net Worth?
As of 2025, Channing Frye’s net worth is estimated to be $20 million. His wealth primarily comes from his NBA career earnings, which totaled nearly $70 million over 14 seasons. Additionally, he has invested in real estate and business ventures, including Chosen Family Wines, which he co-founded after retiring from basketball.
## Channing Frye’s NBA Career Earnings and Contracts
During his 14-year NBA career (2005-2019), Channing Frye earned approximately $70 million in salary. Some of his notable contracts include:
* **Phoenix Suns:** He signed a two-year deal in 2009 for $3.8 million. In 2010, he signed a five-year extension for $30 million.
* **Orlando Magic:** In 2014, Frye signed a four-year contract for $32 million.
Here’s a breakdown of his earnings by team and season (incomplete list):
* **Cleveland Cavaliers (2018-19):** $2.4 million
* **Cleveland Cavaliers (2017-18):** $4.8 million
* **Los Angeles Lakers (2017-18):** $2.6 million
* **Cleveland Cavaliers (2016-17):** $7.8 million
* **Cleveland Cavaliers (2015-16):** $5.5 million
* **Cleveland Cavaliers (2015-16):** $2.7 million
* **Orlando Magic (2014-15):** $8.6 million
* **Phoenix Suns (2013-14):** $6.4 million
* **Phoenix Suns (2012-13):** $6 million
* **Phoenix Suns (2011-12):** $4.5 million
* **Phoenix Suns (2010-11):** $5.2 million
* **Phoenix Suns (2009-10):** $2 million
## Channing Frye’s Other Ventures and Investments
Frye has diversified his income through various avenues:
* **Real Estate:** He has invested in high-value properties. In 2014, he purchased a 10,000-square-foot home in Portland for $2.35 million and listed it for $5.9 million in March 2024. The mansion, built in 1943, features five bedrooms and seven baths on a one-acre lot. It includes high-end appliances, a pool, hot tub, fire pit, and a pickleball court.
* **Chosen Family Wines:** Frye co-founded this wine business.
* **Sports Media:** He works as an NBA analyst for TNT and NBA TV.
* **Endorsements:** He secured sponsorship deals during his playing career.
* **Frye Family Foundation:** He gives back through this foundation, supporting community initiatives in Arizona and Oregon.