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Simone Fontecchio is a 27-year-old small forward for the Utah Jazz. Here is everything you know about his net worth, records, endorsements, personal life and career.

Simone Fontecchio Facts

Birth PlacePescara, Italy
Father’s NameDaniele Fontecchio 
Mother’s NameAmalia Pomilio
Star SignSagittarius
CollegeNA
Net Worth$ 5 million
Salary$ 3,125,000
Age27
Date of Birth9 December 1995
Height6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)
Weight209 lb (95 kg)
NationalityItalian
NBA Draft YearUndrafted
NBA Draft PickUndrafted
Playing Career2012 – Present
PositionSmall Forward
Teams2012–2016 Virtus Bologna
2016–2019 Olimpia Milano
2017–2018 →Vanoli Cremona
2019–2020 Reggio Emilia
2020–2021 Alba Berlin
2021–2022 Baskonia
2022–present Utah Jazz
AchievementsItalian Cup winner (2016)
3× Italian Super Cup winner (2016–2018)
LBA All-Star (2014)
LBA Best Player Under 22 (2015)
Wife Rosa Tangerini
ChildrenOne daughter
EndorsementsNike

Simone Fontecchio is a 27-year-old small forward forthe Utah Jazz. He was born and brought up in Italy, where he completed all his school and college education. He started his basketball career for he Italian Clubs before moving to Utah Jazz in 2022.This article will explore his contract details, net worth, personal life and career.

Simone Fontecchio Career

Simone is a born basketballer, he possess amazing talent even from very young age. He made his professional debut for the Virtus Bologna at just the age of 17. He didn’t stopped with that, he went on winning the U17 and U19 Italian Championships. He made it to the Italian League’s All star game aging just 19 years and later in 2015 he won the Best Italian U22 Player award.

He tried to enter NBA in 2015, but things didn’t went as like he expected and he ended up signing with Olimpia Milano. After that he played for several European Clubs including Reggio Emilia, Alba Berlin and Baskonia. After playing almost 10 years with all these clubs, finally he made it to the NBA court.

The Utah Jazz signed him on a three year contract and guess what he is showing great performances for the Jazz. He stunted the fans with a game winning dunk at the last moments of the game against Golden State Warriors to win 124-123.

Simone Fontecchio Achievements

Italian Cup winner (2016)
3× Italian Super Cup winner (2016–2018)
LBA All-Star (2014)
LBA Best Player Under 22 (2015)

Simone Fontecchio Net worth and Salary

Current Contract:2 yr(s) / $6,250,000
Average Salary$ 3,125,000
Guaranteed at Signing$ 6,250,000
Signed UsingFree agent/ MLE
Free Agent:2024 / UFA

After his long-career with several European Clubs, Simone entered NBA by signing a 2-years contract with the Utah Jazz for $ 6.25 million and a guaranteed $ 6.25 million. With that he receives an average salary of $ 3,125,000. Simone will become a free agent in 2024. So, where will go move next? or will he stay at Utah for more seasons? or will he goes back to play for some European club? Let’s wait and watch.

As of 2022, his net worth is estimated to be somewhere around $ 5 million.

Simone Fontecchio Personal Life

Simone Fontecchio was born on December 9, 1995 to Daniele Fontecchio and Amalia Pomilio in Pescara, Italy. He was brought up in Italy, where he completed his school and college education.Interesting thing was his family has a heavy sports background, as his mother played for Italy Basketball team and won two championship with AS Vicenza. His Father is a professional Hurdler and his grandfather is also a Basketball player. His elder brother played basketball for Italian lower division and youth clubs.

The 27-year old got married to Rosa Tangerini and the couple are living happily with their daughter.

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Simone Fontecchio Endorsements

The Italian born started his professional career in 2012 for Virtus Bologna and since that he played for several European basketball clubs. He is celebrating 10 years of professional basketball, where he is one of the finest players cameout from the Europe. Surprisingly there were no clear reports available about his endorsement deals, but as we can see from his Instagram profile there will be a couple of post mentioning Nike. So, there is a high possibility of an endorsement deal between the sporting giant and Simone.

Simone Fontecchio FAQ’s

What is the net worth of Simone Fontecchio?
His net worth is estimated at about $ 5 million.
When was Simone Fontecchio drafted?
He was signed by the Utah Jazz as an undrafted player as he was signed from an Italian Club.
How old is Simone Fontecchio?
He is 27 years old, born on December 9, 1995.
How tall is Simone Fontecchio?
He is 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m).
How much is Simone Fontecchio weight?
He is 209 lb (95 kg).
At which position does Simone Fontecchio play?
He is a small forward and currently plays for Utah Jazz.
Is Simone Fontecchio married?
No, he is married to Rosa Tangerini.

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