Lance Stephenson is a former CBA and NBA player who won Mr. New York Basketball in 2009. Next year he won the Big East Rookie of the Year. He became the Terrific 12 MVP in 2019. This article discloses his biography, including his personal life, net worth, contracts, and career highlights.
Lance Stephenson Net Worth- $12 Million
As of now, Lance Stephenson’s net worth is $12 million, and his average yearly salary is $8 million. The basketball contracts help him lead a millionaire life.
Seasonal Career Earnings:
| Seasons | Team | Total Earnings |
| 11 Seasons | Indiana Pacers | $12.9 Million |
| 1 Season | Charlotte Hornets | $9 Million |
| 1 Season | Memphis Grizzlies | $2.9 Million |
| 1 Season | Los Angeles Clippers | $6 Million |
| 1 Season | New Orleans Pelicans | $1.2 Million |
| 2 Seasons | Minnesota Timberwolves | $0.14 Million |
| 1 Season | Los Angeles Lakers | $4.4 Million |
| 1 Season | Atlanta Hawks | $0.13 Million |
How old is Lance Stephenson? His Height and Weight
Lance Stephenson is 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 95 kg. He played as a Shooting Guard or Small Forward player. He usually wore jersey numbers 6, 1, 5, and 33. Stephenson is now 32 years old.
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Early Life
Lance Stephenson Jr. was born on September 5, 1990, in Brooklyn, New York.
Father: Lance Stephenson Sr.
Mother: Bernadette Stephenson
Brother: Lantz
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In his early career phase, he was admitted to the reputed Abraham Lincoln High School in Coney Island, Brooklyn. He got the honor of the Player of the Year in his sophomore season. In his junior year, as the only non-senior, he was named to the USA Today’s All-USA Boys’ Basketball team. At the end of his school career, Lance scored 2,946 points.
Bio/Wiki: |
Lance Stephenson Jr. |
| Nick Name: | Born Ready |
| Mother Name: | Bernadette Stephenson |
| Father Name: | Lance Stephenson Sr. |
| Siblings: | Lantz Stephenson |
| Date Of Birth: | September 5, 1990 |
| Place Of Birth: | Brooklyn, New York, United States |
| Ethnicity: | African-American |
| Zodiac Sign: | Virgo |
| Eye Color: | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color: | Black |
| Position: | Shooting Guard, Small Forward |
| College Education: | University of Cincinnati |
| Wife/Girlfriend: | Feby Torres |
| Nationality: | American |
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| Height: | 6 feet 5 inches |
| Weight: | 95 kg |
| Current Age: | 32 years |
College Career
In his college career, he went to the University of Cincinnati in Ohio. He played in the Cincinnati Bearcats men’s basketball program in the 2009–2010 season, averaging 12.3 points and 5.4 rebounds per game. He also became the Big East Rookie of the Year.
Lance Stephenson Contracts With NBA Teams
Lance Stephenson started his professional basketball career in 2010 and hasn’t retired yet.
In the 2010 NBA draft, Indiana Pacers selected him 40th overall for the 2nd round. Darren Collison and Paul George were his teammates in that season. Lance spent time with this team till 2014. In the 2014–2015 seasons, he played with the Charlotte Hornets. Next year he played for the Los Angeles ClippersHe partially played for the Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Pelicans in 2016. In 2017, he partially played for the Minnesota Timberwolves. In the 2017–2018 seasons, he stayed with Indiana Pacers. He represented the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018–2019. Then he has been out of the NBA for several seasons for the COVID pandemic situation. In 2019–2020 he ran in the field of basketball, representing the Liaoning Flying Leopards. For a short time, he was with the Grand Rapids Gold In 2021.
Where is Lance Stephenson Now?
In 2021–2022 he ran after the ball for the Atlanta Hawks. From 2022 to the present, he has been playing for the Indiana Pacers. The memorable part of his career is winning the Terrific 12 champion in 2019 on behalf of the CBA team- Liaoning Flying Leopards. In this tournament, he became the Terrific 12 MVP.
Career Stats
He played a total of 554 games. He scored PTS 8.6, TRB 4.1, and AST 2.9 per game.
| Year | Team | GP | Pts | Min | FG% | 3pt% | Blk | Stl | Ast |
| 2010 | Pacers | 12 | 3.1 | 9.6 | 33.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 1.8 |
| 2011 | Pacers | 42 | 2.5 | 10.5 | 37.6 | 13.3 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 1.1 |
| 2012 | Pacers | 78 | 8.8 | 29.2 | 46.0 | 33.0 | 0.2 | 1.0 | 2.9 |
| 2013 | Pacers | 78 | 13.8 | 35.3 | 49.1 | 35.2 | 0.1 | 0.7 | 4.6 |
| 2014 | Hornets | 61 | 8.2 | 25.8 | 37.6 | 17.1 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 3.9 |
| 2015 | Clippers | 43 | 4.7 | 15.8 | 49.4 | 40.4 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 1.4 |
| 2015 | Grizzlies | 26 | 14.2 | 26.6 | 47.4 | 35.5 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 2.8 |
| 2016 | Pelicans | 6 | 9.7 | 27.0 | 47.3 | 10.0 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 4.8 |
| 2016 | Pacers | 6 | 7.2 | 22.0 | 40.9 | 62.5 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 4.2 |
| 2016 | Timberwolves | 6 | 3.5 | 11.2 | 47.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| 2017 | Pacers | 82 | 9.2 | 22.6 | 42.7 | 28.9 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 2.9 |
| 2018 | Lakers | 68 | 7.2 | 16.5 | 42.6 | 37.1 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 2.1 |
| 2021 | Pacers | 40 | 9.3 | 18.6 | 45.8 | 31.0 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 3.9 |
| 2021 | Hawks | 6 | 1.8 | 11.7 | 38.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.8 |
| Career | 554 | 8.6 | 22.9 | 44.5 | 31.4 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 2.9 |
Success and Awards
- Terrific 12 champions in 2019
- Terrific 12 MVP in 2019
- Big East Rookie of the Year in 2010
- McDonald’s All-American in 2009
- First-team Parade All-American in 2009
- Second-team Parade All-American
- Mr. New York Basketball in 2009
Family- Girlfriends and Children
Lance Stephenson got into a relationship with Feby Torres in 2008. The relationship between Feby and Lance was blessed with a son Lance Jr. He has a daughter Layla Stephenson from the previous relationship. Their relationship ended in 2015.
In 2010, he also dated the model Јаѕmіnе Wіllіаmѕ school sweethearts. In their relationship, they had a daughter Liara Stephenson.
He also dated the К. Місhеllе for one year. She is an American Singer.
FAQs
- What is Lance Stephenson’s estimated net worth?
Lance Stephenson’s estimated net worth is around $12 million, primarily earned through his NBA contracts and endorsements. - Which NBA teams has Lance Stephenson played for?
Stephenson has played for several NBA teams, including the Indiana Pacers, Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Lakers, and Memphis Grizzlies. - Did Lance Stephenson play overseas?
Yes, after his NBA career, Stephenson played overseas, including stints in China with the Liaoning Flying Leopards. - What are Lance Stephenson’s biggest achievements in the NBA?
He is known for his defensive skills, playmaking ability, and standout performances with the Indiana Pacers, especially in the NBA Playoffs. - Is Lance Stephenson still playing professional basketball?
As of recent updates, Stephenson continues to pursue basketball opportunities, including potential NBA returns and overseas contracts.
Over the past five years, Rick C. Nees has written hundreds of NBA players' biographies, some of which have already been published in famous newspapers. He previously worked as- Commentator, Basketball Analyst, Basketball Player, Newspaper Sports Editor, Radio sports presenter. Rick grew up watching basketball leagues. He was a state-level high school basketball player who followed all NBA events since he was a child.
