Kevin Love
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Career with the Cleveland Cavaliers
In 2014, Love was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, forming a new "Big Three" alongside LeBron James and Kyrie Irving. He played a pivotal role in the Cavaliers' NBA championship run in 2016, helping the team come back from a 3–1 deficit to defeat the Golden State Warriors in the Finals. Love has been selected to the NBA All-Star team five times over the course of his career.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 7 Sep, 1988
- Age
- 31 yrs
- Occupations
- Basketball player
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Santa Monica
- residence
- Minneapolis
Lake Oswego
Santa Monica - Education
- Lake Oswego High School
University of California, Los Angeles - Gender
- Male
- Description
- American professional basketball player
- Net Worth 2021
- 50 million
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In 2015, he signed a five-year, $113 million contract extension with Cleveland. As of 2017, his annual salary was approximately $21.17 million. That same year, he sustained a left knee injury that temporarily sidelined him from competition. Despite injuries, he has remained a valuable contributor to the team.
Team USA and International Play
Love has also had notable success on the international stage. He was a member of the USA Men's National Basketball Team that won a gold medal at the 2010 FIBA World Championship and again at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. His rebounding and floor-spacing skills were instrumental in the team’s victories.
Philanthropy and Off-Court Activities
In 2009, Kevin Love became the first NBA player to join the Hoops for St. Jude charity program, supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This followed his participation in the Rookie Relief community initiative during his first year in the NBA. Love has continued to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including advocacy for mental health awareness in later years.
Personal Life and Net Worth
Kevin Love is in a relationship with Kate Bock, a professional model known for her work in major fashion magazines. As of 2017, Love’s net worth was estimated to be around $44 million. Fans can follow him on Instagram for updates on his professional and personal life.