For someone who went undrafted in the NBA, Derrick Jones Jr. has come a long way. Despite being a journeyman, the former UNLV star has managed to stay relevant in today’s NBA landscape. He is in his 8th season, coming off the bench for the Los Angeles Clippers, in their quest to win their first chip.
Jones, through his hard work and determination, has slowly but steadily built up his income through his NBA contracts as well as brand endorsements. The 2020 Slam Dunk Champion, known for his high-flying antics on the hardwood, has always been able to attract GM’s seeking an athletic Forward. In a league where the best ability is availability, Jones is just that. He is considered one of the most durable players, making him every Head Coach’s dream. His defensive prowess also makes him a nightmare to play against. These factors have played a major role in his being able to secure multi-million dollar contracts to this day. And if you’ve ever been curious about how much he’s worth, keep scrolling to find out!
What is Derrick Jones Jr. net worth in 2025?
According to Spotrac.com, Derrick Jones Jr.’s net worth in 2025 is estimated to be $38,411,611. At the moment, all his earnings have come directly through his NBA Contracts or marketing deals. It seems like Airplane Mode has not yet taken off for investing in corporations.
How much is Derrick Jones Jr.’s Salary?
Jones, through the entirety of his NBA career so far, has signed 7 contracts with a combined value of $65,106,809. In the offseason, Paul George’s departure from LA prompted the Clippers to start scouting for an athletic wingman.
Dec 3, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) reacts with forward Derrick Jones Jr. (55) after scoring a three point basket against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
The outcome – the Philadelphia native agreeing to a three-year, $30 million deal with them, paving the way for his arrival in the ‘City of Angels.’ This decision from the Clippers was made even easier due to Jones’ on-court exploits with the Mavs the previous season. He started 66 games, averaging a career high 8.6 PPG while shooting 34.3% from long range and played a major role in them getting to the NBA Finals. His salary for the 2024/25 season with the Clippers stands at $9,523,810.
Apart from this, Jones’s ability to consistently play above the rim has made him one of the most marketable athletes of today’s NBA.
Derrick Jones Jr. Brand Endorsements and Sponsorships
Jones’s first major deal outside the lines was in 2020. His dazzling performance in the Dunk Contest of All-Star Weekend at the United Center, where he out dunked Aaron Gordon to walk away with the hardware, prompted the corporate bigwigs to take note.
Puma came calling, and Jones signed a multi-year footwear and apparel endorsement deal with them. He was visibly elated and even told CBS Sports at the time, “There were a lot of doubters and all that but through everything I always fought and kept going. After the Dunk Contest when I got my shoe deal it felt like that pressure was just lifted away from me, like I didn’t have to prove myself anymore.”
From this moment on, Jones had become a household name across America. There was no looking back, and he would go from strength to strength. In January of this year, ANTA Basketball took notice and signed Jones, taking a significant step toward enhancing its global footprint.
Another major development in the offseason was Jones making an agency move, signing up with Clutch Sports to represent him going forward. Being represented by the same agency as LeBron James is sure to go a long way in securing Jones’ basketball future.
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