A detailed look at Dj Augustin’s net worth, career earnings and salary

A detailed look at Dj Augustin’s net worth, career earnings and salary

Steve Njuguna
updated at January 15, 2024 at 1:43 PM

DJ Augustin is an American professional basketball player who last played for the Houston Rockets. DJ was known for his consistency as a point guard and his long tenure in the NBA. This article delves into his net worth, career earnings and salary.

DJ Augustin net worth
DJ Augustin during a game for the Bucks. Photo by Matthew Stockman
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DJ first started off his basketball career in New Orleans as a teenager. He had to shift to Texas for his senior year after the Hurricane Katrina tragedy. His performances led him to be recruited by the University of Texas Longhorns, where he played two exceptional seasons before declaring for the 2008 NBA draft.

DJ Augustin's profile summary

Name

Daryl Gerald Augustin

Date of birth

November 10 1987

Place of birth

New Orleans, Louisiana

Nationality

American

Skin colour

Black

Hair colour

Black

Listed height in inches

5 ft 10 in

Listed height in centimetres

178 cm

Profession

Basketball player

High school career

Brother Martin High School

Hightower High School

College career

University of Texas

NBA career period

2008- ongoing

NBA teams played for

Charlotte Bobcats

Orlando Magic

Toronto Raptors

Indiana Pacers

Chicago Bulls

Detroit Pistons

Oklahoma City Thunder

Milwaukee Bucks

Denver Nuggets

Houston Rockets

Los Angeles Lakers

Marital status

Married

Spouse

Brandy Augustin

Children

Four

Other business interest

Real Estate

Horoscope

Scorpio

Social media

YouTube, Instagram

Net worth

$16 million

How old is DJ Augustin?

Daryl Gerald Augustin (aged 35 as of January 2024) was born on 10 November 1987 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

DJ Augustin's brief bio

According to sources, in 2005, Hurricane Katrina forced Augustin's family to evacuate New Orleans. After they relocated to Texas, he played his senior year at Hightower High School in Missouri City.

Nevertheless, he graduated from Brother Martin High School in New Orleans, and on May 28, 2006, at the Toyota Centre in Houston, Texas, he took part in the graduation ceremonies alongside his fellow Hightower alumni. Augustin guided the Brother Martin team to two state titles while he was there.

DJ Augustin net worth
DJ Augustin during his time at the Houston Rockets in February 2023. Photo by Justin Ford
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What is DJ Augustin's net worth?

DJ Augustin has an estimated net worth of $16 million. This comes from his wages from several decades playing in the NBA, as well as his investments in real estate and podcast production.

What are Dj Augustin's career earnings?

Since he made his NBA debut in 2008, DJ Augustin has made $64 million in NBA contracts across the various franchises he played for. His last guaranteed contract was worth $633,298 for the Houston Rockets over the 2022/2023 NBA regular season.

Frequently asked questions

Due to his longevity at such a high level of pro sports and his success at reaching the playoffs with several franchises, DJ Augustin has accumulated a large number of fans and admirers who want to know more about him. Here are some commonly asked questions about DJ Augustin.

What happened to DJ Augustin?

DJ Augustin last played in the NBA for the Houston Rockets in the regular 2023/2024 NBA season. As of January 2024, he has not found himself on an NBA roster, but he has yet to announce his retirement. He mainly works on his podcast, 'The Brotherhood Podcast,' which focuses on the Texas Longhorns basketball team.

How did DJ Augustin play in college?

DJ Augustin played college basketball at the University of Texas at Austin from 2006 to 2008. During his freshman season in 2006-2007, Augustin quickly emerged as one of the top point guards in the country. He averaged 14.4 points, six assists, and 2.7 rebounds per game. His exceptional ball-handling skills, court vision, and scoring ability helped lead the Longhorns to a 25-10 record and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament.

In his sophomore season (2007-2008), Augustin continued to excel, earning consensus All-American honours. He averaged 19.2 points, 5.8 assists, and 2.7 rebounds per game. Augustin played a crucial role in guiding Texas to a 31-7 record and another NCAA Tournament appearance.

Dj Augustin in College
DJ Augustin during a 2008 game while playing for the University of Texas. Photo by Jamie Squire
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What teams did DJ Augustin play for in the NBA?

DJ Augustin played for several teams in his long NBA career. Here is the list of all his teams in order:

Team

Period

Charlotte Bobcats

2008-2012

Indiana Pacers

2012-2013

Toronto Raptors

2013-2014

Chicago Bulls

2013-2014

Detroit Pistons

2014-2015

Oklahoma City Thunder

2014-2015

Denver Nuggets

2015-2016

Orlando Magic

2016-2020

Milwaukee Bucks

2020-2021

Houston Rockets

2021-2022

Los Angeles Lakers

2021- 2022

He last played for the Houston Rockets on a short-term contract towards the end of the 2022/2023 regular season.

Final word

DJ Augustin has had a long and distinguished basketball career that has added to his net worth and popularity. As he embarks into his next chapter, fans will be waiting to see his next move.

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Steve Njuguna is a media professional with close to a decade of experience in the sports media industry. He has previously worked as a sports journalist with Bamba Sports TV, Vybez Radio and The Nairobian newspaper.