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10 NBA Stars Who Went Bankrupt After Retiring

NBA money can be overwhelming to normal people. Role players can earn around $20 million to $30 million throughout their careers. It gets even bigger for star players.

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 10:34 AM
10 NBA Stars Who Went Bankrupt After Retiring
Key Things to Know
  • Sportskeeda highlighted 10 former NBA players who faced major financial decline or bankruptcy following their careers.
  • Allen Iverson earned over $154 million but filed for bankruptcy in 2013 due to gambling and legal problems.
  • Antoine Walker filed for bankruptcy in 2010 after earning $107 million, but was reportedly debt-free by 2013.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sportskeeda highlighted ten former NBA players who suffered severe financial declines or bankruptcy after earning tens of millions during their careers. The list includes high-profile names such as Allen Iverson, Antoine Walker, Shawn Kemp, Dennis Rodman, Scottie Pippen, Latrell Sprewell, Darius Miles, Joe Smith, Derrick Coleman, and Delonte West, who all experienced major financial distress.

Contributing factors among the players included lavish spending, bad business and real estate investments, costly divorces, child support obligations, and substance abuse. While some players like Walker and Iverson stabilized their finances through partnerships or long-term endorsement contracts, others continue to face significant hardship.

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