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What Is Desmond Mason’s Net Worth?
Desmond Mason, a multifaceted American personality excelling as an artist and former professional basketball player, has an estimated net worth of $8 million. This wealth is a combination of his earnings from his NBA career and his subsequent success as an artist.
NBA Career Earnings and Highlights
Desmond Mason played in the NBA for ten seasons, from 2000 to 2009. Drafted 17th overall by the Seattle SuperSonics in the 2000 NBA draft, Mason quickly became known for his exceptional athleticism. His total earnings during his NBA career amounted to $37.6 million. His highest-paid season was 2006-2007, during which he earned $8 million while playing. Beyond salary, Mason’s on-court performance earned him recognition, including winning the 2001 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, solidifying his reputation as a dynamic player. He played for the Seattle SuperSonics (2000-2003), Milwaukee Bucks (2003-2005, 2007-2008), New Orleans Hornets (2005-2007), and Oklahoma City Thunder (2008-2009).
Post-NBA Career: Art and Philanthropy
After retiring from professional basketball, Desmond Mason transitioned to a career as an abstract expressionist artist. He utilizes various media, including latex, acrylics, watercolors, and oil paint, also working with ceramics. His art has garnered attention, with pieces purchased by notable figures such as actor George Clooney and Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz. From September 7 to October 12, 2024, Mason’s exhibition “Blurred Lines: The Intersection of Street and Abstract Art” was displayed at the William Campbell Gallery in Fort Worth, Texas. In 2004, Mason founded the Desmond Mason Art Show, supporting organizations like the Boys and Girls Club, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and Allied Arts of Oklahoma City. In 2017, he collaborated with Gee’s Clippers in Milwaukee to host Barbershop Mondays, providing free haircuts and a safe space for conversation for young men in the community.
