David Robinson is a former American basketball player and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements
David Robinson is a former professional basketball player who has played for the San Antonio Spurs throughout his NBA career. Let’s know more about Robinson’s life, career, net worth, etc.
David Robinson Facts
| Birth Place | Key West, Florida |
| Father’s Name | Ambrose Robinson |
| Mother’s Name | Freda Robinson |
| Star Sign | Leo |
| College | United States Naval Academy (1983-1987) |
| Net Worth (2021) | $230 Million |
| Age | 57 |
| Date of Birth | August 6, 1965 |
| Height (ft) | 7 ft 1 in (2.16 m) |
| Weight (kg) | 107 kgs (235 lbs) |
| Nationality | American |
| NBA Draft Year | 1987 |
| NBA Draft Pick | Round 1/ Pick: 1st overall |
| Playing Career | 1989-2003 |
| Position | Center |
| Teams | San Antonio Spurs (1989-2003) |
| Wife/Girlfriend | Valerie Robinson (m. 1991) |
| Children | David Robinson, Jr., Corey Robinson, Justin Robinson |
| Endorsements | NA |
David Robinson Career
David Maurice Robinson a.k.a David Robinson was the Round 1, 1st overall draft pick by the San Antonio Spurs in 1987. Robinson played in the position of Center and is a two-time NBA champion (1999, 2003).
Robinson played college basketball for the United States Naval Academy. During his time, Robinson was one of the best college basketball players.
Upon college graduation, Robinson became eligible for the 1987 NBA draft and was selected by the San Antonio Spurs with the first overall pick. However, Robinson had to wait two years before playing in the NBA because he had to fulfill his active-duty obligation with the Navy.
In his NBA rookie season, Robinson played phenomenally well and consequently won the NBA Rookie of the year award. During the 1993–94 season, Robinson averaged a career-high 29.8 points per game, 10.7 rebounds per game, career-high 4.8 assists per game, and 3.3 blocks per game.
In 1995, Robinson won the NBA Most Valuable Award (MVP) Trophy and in 1996 he was named as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History.
In 1999, Robinson became an NBA champion for the first time by defeating the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals.
Again, in 2003, Robinson won the NBA championship for the second time along with his star teammate, Tim Duncan. Then, following the 2002–03 season, Robinson retired from basketball.
David Robinson Statistics
| Points | 20,790 (21.1 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 10,497 (10.6 rpg) |
| Blocks | 2,954 (3.0 bpg) |
David Robinson Achievements
- 2× NBA champion (1999, 2003)
- NBA Most Valuable Player (1995)
- 10× NBA All-Star (1990–1996, 1998, 2000, 2001)
- 4× All-NBA First Team (1991, 1992, 1995, 1996)
- 2× All-NBA Second Team (1994, 1998)
- 4× All-NBA Third Team (1990, 1993, 2000, 2001)
- NBA Defensive Player of the Year (1992)
- 4× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1991, 1992, 1995, 1996)
- 4× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1990, 1993, 1994, 1998)
- NBA Sportsmanship Award (2001)
- NBA scoring champion (1994)
- NBA rebounding leader (1991)
- NBA blocks leader (1992)
- NBA Rookie of the Year (1990)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1990)
- NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team
- No. 50 retired by San Antonio Spurs
- Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year (2003)
David Robinson Net Worth and Salary
According to sources, Robinson is reported to have a net worth of $230 million as of 2023. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and various endorsements.
Furthermore, according to hoopshype, Robinson earned around $115 million ($184 million after inflation adjustment) in salary during his NBA career and made millions more from several endorsements and other gigs.
Notably, in his last NBA season with the San Antonio Spurs, that is the 2002–03 season, Robinson earned an annual salary of $10.5 million ($15.1 million after inflation adjustment).
David Robinson Personal Life
Born in Key West, Florida, Robinson is the son of Ambrose Robinson and Freda Robinson. Notably, Robinson’s father was in the U.S. Navy. Further, there is no information available about Robinson’s siblings.
Robinson is married to Valerie Robinson since 1991. The married couple has three children together named David Robinson, Jr., Corey Robinson, and Justin Robinson.
David Robinson Endorsements and Investments
There is no information available about Robinson’s endorsement deals. However, according to Forbes, Robinson’s endorsement earnings stand at $1.7 million.
In 2001, Robinson founded and funded the $9 million Carver Academy in San Antonio, a non-profit private school named for George Washington Carver to provide more opportunities for inner-city children.
In 2008, Robinson partnered with Daniel Bassichis to form Admiral Capital Group. Admiral Capital Group is a private equity firm whose mission is to invest in opportunities that can provide both financial and social returns.
FAQs about David Robinson
| (Q) What is the age of David Robinson? |
| David Robinson is 57 years old and he was born on August 6, 1965. |
| (Q) What is the net worth of David Robinson? |
| David Robinson has a net worth of $230 million. |
| (Q) Where was David Robinson born? |
| David Robinson was born in Key West, Florida. |
| (Q) Who is the wife of David Robinson? |
| David Robinson has been married to Valerie Robinson since 1991. |
| (Q) In which year was David Robinson drafted? |
| David Robinson was drafted in the year 1987/ Round 1/ Pick: 1st overall |
| (Q) In what position did David Robinson play? |
| David Robinson played in the position of Center. |
| (Q) How many NBA championships did David Robinson win? |
| David Robinson has won two NBA Championships (1999, 2003). |
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