Every young professional dreams of giving back to their parents after achieving success and financial stability. Los Angeles Lakers’ Christian Wood fulfills a promise made to his mom at 18, buying her a new house—a dream turned into reality despite his humble beginnings.
On January 02, 2024 – In a heartwarming gesture, Los Angeles Lakers player Christian Wood has utilized the $500,000 prize money from the in-season tournament to purchase a new home for his mother as the new year gift to his mom. The NBA star’s generous act reflects not only his prowess on the court but also his commitment to family and the importance of giving back.
Christian Wood shared a heartwarming moment with his mom along with stunning pictures of their new house. Check out his tweet below.
Life goal ✅ ..Promised my mom at 18 with no money I would get her the house of her dreams before I’m 30 fast forward to now I did that !!! I love you ♾️ pic.twitter.com/jO21bJAclH
— 35 (@Chriswood_5) January 1, 2024
In the post Christian Wood shared:
Life goal ✅ ..Promised my mom at 18 with no money I would get her the house of her dreams before I’m 30 fast forward to now I did that !!! I love you ♾
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Christian Wood Net Worth
Christian Wood purchased a house to present as a New Year’s gift to his mom, a gesture reflecting the fruits of his hard-earned money amassed through a successful NBA career, thus allowing him to achieve a significant life goal.
As of the beginning of 2024, Christian Wood’s net worth is estimated to be $5 million, as reported by various online sources.
Wood began his NBA career in 2015 when he signed with the Philadelphia 76ers after going undrafted in the 2015 NBA Draft.
Christian Wood Current Contract
Christian Wood signed a two-year contract worth $5,745,889 with the Los Angeles Lakers. The contract is fully guaranteed, with an annual average salary of $2,872,945. In the 2023-24 season, Wood will earn a base salary of $2,709,849. The corresponding cap hit and dead cap value for the season are also $2,709,849 each. According to Spotrac.
Christian Wood Personal Information
| Full Name | Christian Marquise Wood |
| Date of Birth | September 27, 1995 |
| Age | 28 |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6 ft 10 in |
| School | Los Alamitos (Los Alamitos, California), Knight (Palmdale, California), Findlay (Henderson, Nevada) |
| College | UNLV Runnin’ Rebels basketball (2013–2015), University of Nevada (Las Vegas) |
| Current Team(s) | Los Angeles Lakers |
| Draft | 2015 |
| Role | Power Forward |
| Past Team(s) | Charlotte Hornets Philadelphia 76ers |
| Debut | December 26, 2020 |
| Nickname | Christian Wood |
