Nerlens Noel is a current power-forward basketball player who is also known as “The Eraser” and “The Nerlen Wall.” In college, he played for the University of Kentucky. But he could not lengthen his career due to his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his first season. Since being drafted in 2013, he has played for many NBA teams and gained lots of honors. He currently plays center for the Detroit Pistons.
“My goals for next year are to win a national title first and foremost.”- Nerlens Noel
Nerlens Noel Net Worth in 2024- $13 Million
The net worth of Nerlens Noel is $13 million. His annual salary is 435,000 USD.
Year-by-Year Career Earnings:
2013-14
Salary from Philadelphia 76ers- $3,172,320
2014-15
Net Yearly earnings- $3,315,120
2015-16
Salary from Philadelphia 76ers- $3,457,800
2016-17
Salary from Dallas Mavericks- $1,263,765
2016-17
Salary from Philadelphia 76ers- $3,120,725
2017-18
Salary from Dallas Mavericks- $4,187,598
2018-19
Salary from Oklahoma City Thunder- $1,757,429
2019-20
Net Yearly earnings- $1,901,807
2020-21
Salary from New York Knicks- $5,000,000
2021-22*
Salary from New York Knicks- $8,800,000
Nerlens Noel Full Biography
Personal Life Insights
Parents: Nerlens Noel was born in Malden, Massachusetts, on April 10, 1994. He is the son of his father, Yonel Noel, and his mother, Dorcina Noel. His parents migrated from Haiti to the USA in 1990.
| Net Worth: | $13 million |
| Profession: | NBA Player |
| Full Name: | Nerlens Noel |
| Nick Name: | The Nerlen Wall, The Eraser |
| Birth Date: | April 10, 1994 |
| Birth Place: | Malden, Massachusetts, United States |
| Father Name: | Yonel Noel |
| Mother Name: | Dorcina Noel |
| Brothers: | Rodman Noel (American footballer), Jim Noel (American footballer) |
| Sister Name: | Nashdah Noel |
| Nationality: | American |
| Zodiac Sign: | Aries |
| Ethnicity: | African-American |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Body Type: | Athletic |
| Secondary Education: | Everett High School |
| College Education: | University of Kentucky |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| NBA Drafted Team: | New Orleans Pelicans |
| Position: | Center and Power Forward |
| Shooting Style: | Right |
| Jersey Numbers: | 3, 4 and 9 |
| Hair Color: | Black |
| Eye Color: | Black |
| Height: | 6 feet 11 inches |
| Weight: | 100 kg |
| Current Age: | 28 years old |
| Food Habit: | Non-vegetarian |
“Anyone who knows me knows my mom, Dorcina, has to sign off on any decision and that she will play a major part in any decision.”- Nerlens Noel
Silibings: He has a sister named Nashdah Noel. He has two brothers. They are Rodman Noel and Jim Noel. His brother, Rodman Noel, an American football linebacker who played for Boston College, and another brother, Jim Noel, also an American football player who played for North Carolina State. Both of them played for Division I college football programs.
High School: In his early life, he went to Everett High School in Everett, Massachusetts, and Tilton School in Tilton, New Hampshire. In his high school life, he was one of the top high school basketball players in the class of 2012.
College Career Highlights: He played his college career in basketball at the University of Kentucky (UK) in Lexington, Kentucky. He was the star player for the Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball team. From 2012 to 2013, he played for his college team.
NBA Career Highlights
First Draft: In the 2013 NBA draft, the New Orleans Pelicans took Nerlens Noel 6th overall in the 1st round. His NBA debut was on October 29, 2014. Starting his career in 2013, he is still running in the field of basketball.
NBA Contracts: He began his professional career with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2013 and remained with the team until 2017. Noel served the Dallas Mavericks in the 2017–2018 seasons. He played for the Oklahoma City Thunder from 2018 to 2020. He was a player for the New York Knicks from 2020 to 2022. From 2022 to now, he is pursuing his career in the arena of basketball with the Detroit Pistons.
“By now everyone knows that I picked Kentucky, and I am definitely happy with my decision and that it’s all finally over.”- Nerlens Noel
Career Stats: As a player in the NBA now, he has spent eight years participating in a total of 450 games. The NBA’s career statistics are given below.
- Points Percentage (PTS)-7.3
- Total Rebounds (TRB)-6.2
- Assists (AST)-1.1
- Field Goal Percentage (FG%)-54.9
- Field Goal Percentage 3 pointers (FG3%)-15.4
- Free Throw Percentage (FT%)-65.5
- Effective Field Goal Percentage (eFG%)-54.9
- Player Efficiency Rating (PER)-16.7
- Win Shares (WS)-28.3
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— Nerlens Noel (@NerlensNoel3) September 21, 2015
Profile: Nerlens Noel stands 6 feet 11 inches tall and weighs 220 pounds. He runs on the basketball field in the center and power forward positions. He represents his NBA team by wearing jersey numbers 4, 3, and 9. His shooting style is right. His age is now 28.
Awards: Nerlens Noel achieved a lot of honors in his professional career. He was a member of the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2015. He became a first-team All-SEC in 2013. In 2013, he was the SEC Defensive Player of the Year. He earned his spot on the SEC All-Defensive Team in 2013. He received the honor of being the SEC Rookie of the Year in 2013. In 2013, he earned his place on the SEC All-Freshman Team. He was a member of the first-team Parade All-American in 2012.
“Then I want to beat Anthony Davis’ shot-block record, and I want to win National Player of the Year. I definitely plan to put the work in to accomplish those goals.”- Nerlens Noel
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.
