Biography of Kyrie Irving [Age, Height, Wife, Kids, Family, Salary, Award & Net worth ]

A professional basketball player for the Brooklyn Nets of the National Basketball Association, Kyrie Andrew Irving is an American. In the 2011 NBA draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers selected him with the first pick overall and named him Rookie of the Year.

The most innocent yet amazing thing a man can do is dream. Then it depends on his action whether he achieves it or not.

Such is the story of a young boy, Kyrie Irving, from Australia, who dreamt of playing in the NBA.

Amazingly, he currently plays for the Brooklyn Nets of the NBA. No wonder Kyrie Irving has a net worth amounting to $90 million at the moment.

But his road to the NBA was not as easy feat achieve as many would expect. Sometimes we need more than passion and dedication to get what we want. And Kyrie Irving has successfully grabbed them.

Looking at him, many would believe Irving to be a smart man. However, his statement about the earth being flat completely shocked many of his fans, including us.

So, what’s the story behind it, and how much do you guys know about him?

Kyrie Irving | Quick Facts

Full Name	Kyrie Andrew Irving
Birth Date	March 23, 1992
Birth Place	Melbourne, Australia
Nick Name	Mr. 4th Quarter, Uncle Drew, Kyriediculous, Kyrazzle-Dazzle, Ankletaker, Mr. Overtime, Flat-Earth
Jersey Num	11
Nationality	Australian-American
Ethnicity	African-American
Education	Duke University
Horoscope	Aries
Father’s Name	Drederick Irving
Mother’s Name	Elizabeth Irving
Siblings	Two sisters; Asia and London
Age	30 Years Old
Height	6 feet 3 inches(190 cm)
Weight	89 kgs(195 lbs)
Shoe Size	Updating soon
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Black
Body Measurement	Athletic
Profession	Basketball Player
League	NBA
Current Team	Brooklyn Nets
Position	Point Guard
NBA Draft	2011 (Cleveland Cavaliers)
Active years	2011-present
Net Worth	$90 million
Marital Status	Single
Social Media	Instagram, Twitter
Merch	Posters, Jersey, Boots, Rookie Card
Last Update	September, 2022

Kyrie Irving Net Worth And Salary – How Much Does He Earn In a Year?

Kyrie Irving’s Net Worth

Being an NBA player playing for a professional team is not a dream that many can turn into reality.

It makes Kyrie even more admiral than before. With that being said, Irving is paid handsomely for his contribution to his team. So, the question arises, how much does he make?

The Australian-American basketball player Kyrie Irving has a net worth of $90 million for starters.

His total revenue comes from his career as a player and other ventures such as commercials and brand endorsements.

Endorsements And Contracts

Similarly, the famed player has starred in many Pepsi Max commercials and has often played the character of “Uncle Drew.” Not to mention he also directed one of these commercials.

Besides Pepsi, Irving has endorsement deals with other brands, Skullcandy and Nike being the major ones.

Irving has a shoe deal worth $11 million with Nike alone, where Kyrie’s signature shoes are among the best-selling Nike shoes.

The young star also earned around $36 million from salary and endorsements between June 2017 and June 2018 alone.

The revenue increased in the following years to $43 million in 2019 and $40 million in 2020. 

Moreover, Kyrie’s contract is impressive too. Back in 2014, he signed a five-year contract with the Cavs worth $94 million.

In 2019, he signed a four-year deal with the Brooklyn Nets, amounting to a jaw-dropping $141 million. 

What Is Kyrie Irving’s Real Name? What Is His Nationality?- Bio

Kyrie Irving, a professional NBA player, was born Kyrie Andrew Irving to his parents in Melbourne, Australia.

He is the son of Frederick and Elizabeth Ann Irving, American ex-pats, and Shetellia Irving’s stepson. 

Irving’s mom died when he was just four years old, leaving his father to raise them alone with the help of Irving’s aunts.

Likewise, Irving is Australian-born and possesses dual American and Australian citizenship.

His ethnicity is African-American, and others like Lakota (Oglala, Hunkpapa, Sihasapa) and French-Canadian, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, and English.

Did you know Kyrie’s Lakota name is Hela, meaning “Little Mountain”?

Besides his parents, Irving also has an older sister named Asia and a younger sister named London. 

Similarly, his father, Drederick, was a basketball player at Boston University alongside Shawn Teague.

His family lived in the Melbourne suburb of Kew before relocating to the states. At that time, Irving was just two years old.

Kyrie Irving | Childhood and Education

Inspired by his father, Kyrie always attended his father’s games while growing up in West Orange, New Jersey.

However, the Continental Airlines Arena game in fourth grade inspired him to push forward and play in the NBA.

Because of his father, young Kyrie spent a lot of time playing in Boston, including during their basketball skills camp.

But don’t be mistaken. Kyrie did not attend college at Boston University in any way.

During his freshman and sophomore years, Kyrie attended Montclair Kimberley Academy and later transferred to St. Patrick High School as he felt the need for a more significant challenge.

Moreover, during his college years, ‘Mr. 4th Quarter’ went to Duke University and even played for the teams since October 22, 2009.

During the basketball season from 2010-11, he played with the Blue Devils.

Kyrie was a strong contender for NCAA Freshman year until his ligament injury during the ninth season. Not to mention, it also affected his points.

Age and Body Measurements – What Is Kyrie Irving’s Height in Feet?

Mr. 4th Quarter or Flat-Earth, Kyrie has earned many names from his fans. Nonetheless, this hardworking gentleman was born in the year 1992, making him 30 years as of 2022.

Yes, Kyrie Irving, whose net worth alone amounts to $90 million, is just in his 20s.

Similarly, Irving celebrates his birthday every year on the 23rd of March and under Aries’ sign. Also, this sign is known for being fierce, confident, and oozing charisma and aura.

True to that, it is not only his personality that catches the attention; his broad physique is an art of its own.

At the height of 6 feet 3 inches(190 cm), the Brooklyn Nets point guard weighs 89 kgs (195 lbs). 

Along with that, the Aussie-born player has black hair and facial hair and black eyes that give him an intimidating aura.

Kyrie Irving | Basketball Career

NBA Draft, NBA Champion, And 2016 Olympic

Kyrie Irving’s basketball career started when he vowed to play in the NBA during his fourth grade. Since then, the player has persevered and worked through pains and injury.

As the years passed, Kyrie began gaining attention for his gameplay. During his years at Duke University, he had an average of 17.4 points per game on 53.2% shooting within the first eight games, along with 5.1 assists, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.5 steals.

Likewise, Irving entered the 2011 NBA draft and was picked by the Cleveland Cavaliers and his teammate Tristan Thompson.

The following year, he earned the 2012 NBA Rookie of the Year Award for the season.

That same year, he heated the debate as Irving was given a position on the Australian team for the 2012 Olympics.

However, the player refused to represent Australia and wished to join the US National Team in the 2016 Olympics.

Despite his injury in the 2012-2013 season, Kyrie became the youngest player in NBA history to score 40 points in the Madison Square Grade.

His next season’s performance was remarkable, where he recorded his first career triple-double with 21 points, 12 assists, and ten rebounds.

In 2014, he fulfilled his dream of playing for the US national team by representing them in the FIBA Basketball World Cup.

Their team even came out victorious, where Kyrie was awarded the 2014 USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year. 

He did the same thing in 2016 as well and helped win the team gold medal. Not to mention, Kyrie ended up as the fourth member of the Team USA to get both the NBA Championship and an Olympic Gold that same year.

Moreover, his 2015-16 season performance was phenomenal, which helped his team win the 2016 NBA Championship’ defeating the Golden State Warriors in the finals.

Boston Celtics And Brooklyn Nets

The point guard requested a trade from the Cavaliers as he wanted to shine as himself rather than play alongside LeBron James.

So, the Cavs traded him to the Boston Celtics, where he played for two NBA seasons.

Surely, in a different team, he found his spotlight. Moreover, his abilities and skills were finally recognized and appreciated by the fans, media, and NBA officials.

Shortly after that, Irving helped the Celtics defeat the San Antonio Spurs for the first time since 2011. Likewise, he took the Boston team to the NBA playoffs in his next season with them.

Following the end of his contract with the Celtics, he joined the Nets as a free agent. As a Nets shooting guard, he scored 50 points in a loss against the Milwaukee Bucks in his debut game.

Furthermore, he became the first NBA player to score 50 or more points in his debut game with a team. However, he missed several games because of injuries.

Achievements and Highlights

• 2016 NBA champion With the Cleveland Cavaliers
• Seen-time NBA All-Star from 2013 to 2015, 2017 to 2019, and 2021
• NBA All-Star Game MVP in the year 2014
• All-NBA Second Team in the year 2019
• 2015 All-NBA Third Team
• 2012 NBA Rookie of the Year
• NBA All-Rookie First Team in the year 2012
• NBA Three-Point Contest champion in the year 2013
• 2014 USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year
• FIBA World Cup MVP in the year 2014
• First-team Parade All-American in the year 2010

Kyrie Irving | Injury Updates

During the 2012-2013 NBA season, the basketballer broke his right hand after reportedly slapping it against a padded wall.

In a game against the Dallas Mavericks, he injured his index finger, forcing him to sit out for three weeks.

Furthermore, the athlete had to wear a face mask while playing to protect a broken bone in his face. Besides that, he suffered a knee injury while playing in the 2014-15 NBA playoffs.

Later on, he sustained a fractured left kneecap that required serious medical attention and surgery. As a result, the shooting guard wasn’t allowed to play for three to four months.

Initially, he was set to miss a few weeks while playing for the Celtics to undergo a minimally invasive procedure. He had a tension wire removed from his left knee.

However, he underwent yet another procedure where the doctors detached two screws from his patella.

Hence, the Boston Celtics revealed that he would be missing four to five months to recover and heal.

While playing for the Nets, Kyrie struggled with a shoulder injury that led him to miss 26 games.

Subsequently, he required surgery on his injured shoulder, which resulted in him missing the entirety of the season.

Kyrie Irving | Career Stats

Year	GP	GS	MPG	FG%	3P%	FT%	RPG	APG	SPG	BPG	PPG
Career	528	528	33.8	.466	.390	.877	3.7	5.7	1.3	.4	22.4
All-Star	6	4	25.3	.571	.457	1.000	6.2	8.7	.8	.2	17.5

Kyrie Irving | Shocking Flat Earth Theory

Earth is not flat but round; end of discussion. Numerous facts and proofs have been gathered for the very purpose of backing up this theory.

However, some people believe it is not true and that the earth is flat.

Now, obviously, from the viewpoint of the 21st Century, the thought alone is enough to make people cringe.

Surprisingly, no one expected Kyrie Irving to be one of them. Yes, the millionaire shocked everyone when he pointed out that the earth is indeed flat.

The statement was made in February 2017 when the young NBA player appeared on his teammates’ podcast “Road Trippin.”

There he insisted that the earth is flat, and “many powerful people were controlling the flow of information to convince the masses otherwise.” 

Nonetheless, the comments caught like wildfire on the internet, and many began to question his sanity.

Still, no one can believe this is the same man, the same Kyrie Irving earning $90 million of net worth.

The issue was so huge that even Neil deGrasse Tyson, a famous astrophysicist, pitched into the matter. He said,

“We live in a free country, so you ought to be able to think and say whatever you want. If he wants to think the Earth is flat, go right ahead–as long as he continues to play basketball and not become head of any space agencies.”

Furthermore, he also explained to people not to believe everything blindly and think for themselves as well.

Kyrie Irving | Shoes and ‘How Uncle Drew Came to Be.’

It is no secret that Kyrie is endorsed by one of the famous shoe brands, Nike. When he entered his fourth NBA season, Nike gave his signature shoes, the Kyrie 1, in December 2014. 

Likewise, the athlete took the opportunity to express himself with his footwear over the years.

Since joining the Celtics, the 30-year-old has worn many versions of his shoes, one being a clover-covered toecap and the special-edition “mom” shoes.

Apart from that, Irving is also known for Pepsi Max’s endorsements, where he debuted as “Uncle Drew” in the commercials.

In the 2012 ads, the star player appeared as a cranky older man who reminisces days while dominating his younger opponents in a basketball game.

Moreover, in 2018, the Uncle Drew concept was developed into a feature movie starring former NBA stars Shaquille O’Neal, Reggie Miller, and Chris Webber.

Kyrie Irving | Girlfriend, Wife, and Daughter

To the best of our knowledge, the shooting guard is not dating anyone currently. Nevertheless, he has dated many models throughout these years.

His most recent girlfriend is Marlene Wilkerson. She is a youtube influencer. In 2019, the couple made their relationship public and even Instagram official.

Moreover, many fans and media outlets thought that she might be the one as Marlene was spotted with a huge ring on her finger.

However, there are no recent talks about the two, and many believe they might’ve broken up. Furthermore, the athlete hasn’t tied the knots with anyone and doesn’t have a wife.

Besides that, Kyrie has a daughter named Azurie Irving from his previous relationship. The two have a very special bond. Many fans have been able to see a different side of the player as a father.

He fulfills his responsibility as a dad and is the most lovable parent to his daughter. Azuri’s mother’s identity has not been revealed to respect her and the mother’s privacy.

After a few years of relationship with Marlene, the couple welcomed their first baby boy in the year 2021. Irving is a happy father of two of his kids.

 

Net Worth of Kyrie Irving in Different Currencies

Here is the net worth of Kyrie Irving in different currencies, including Cryptocurrency and the Canadian Dollar.

Currency	Net Worth
Euro	€77,584,050
Pound Sterling	£66,041,550
Australian Dollar	A$123,566,940
Canadian Dollar	C$113,334,750
Indian Rupee	₹6,709,419,000
BitCoin	฿1,802

Kyrie Irving | Quotes

• “I do have a chef, but I still go out. Sometimes I can still blend in, and sometimes I get a little bombarded. It’s the best of both worlds.”
• “I’m going to give input when I need to. When it needs to be said.”
• “Multiple Bentleys isn’t making anyone ‘financially set.”
• “When you’re playing against a whole bunch of All-Stars, it’s like a video game. There’s so much talent on the floor at once.”

Kyrie Irving | Social Media Presence

Twitter–  4.5 million Followers

Instagram–  17.1 million Followers

Common Queries:

How much is Kyrie Irving’s net worth?

Kyrie Irving’s net worth is over $90 million. Besides that, he earns a salary of $35 million.

The basketballer earns most of his salary through basketball and NBA. He also earns a good amount from his shoes, endorsements, and sponsorships.

Is Kyrie Irving Australian?

Kyrie Irving is a successful basketball player who was born and lived in Melbourne, Australia. Hence, he is Australian.

What team is Kyrie Irving on?

Currently, the shooting guard is on Brooklyn Nets. Besides that, he has played for the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics.

Who is Kyrie Irving’s dad?

The athlete’s dad is Drederick Irving. He is a former collegiate and professional basketball player.

He played college basketball for Boston University. Thereafter, the father moved to Australia to pursue basketball professionally.

When was Kyrie Irving drafted?

The basketball player was drafted in 2011 by the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was surely good so was the first pick overall.

Did Kyrie Irving Buy the House for the George Floyd family?

The basketball star Kyrie Irving bought a house for the George Floyd Family.

Is Kyrie Involved in Movies?

The basketball player was got featured in the Uncle Drew movie, which was released in the year 2018.