Coby White is the starting point guard for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA. With a deep offensive bag, White is known for his off-the-dribble 3-point shooting.
Hailing from Greenfield School in Wilson, North Carolina, White was a highly touted five-star point guard in high school. He continued his basketball journey at the nearby University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. During his freshman year at UNC in the 2018-19 season, White made an immediate impact. He gave outstanding offensive performances night in and night out.
Notably, White surpassed basketball legend Michael Jordan on North Carolina's all-time freshman scoring list and broke the school's freshman record for 3-point shooting with 82 made shots from beyond the arc. His stellar play earned him All-ACC Second Team honors.
Selected seventh overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 2019 NBA Draft, White made an instant impact on the team's offense. In the 2023-2024 season, White is averaging an outstanding 19.3 points, an improvement from the 9.7 points that he averaged last season.
As of March 2024, White emerged as a top candidate for the Most Improved Player award for the season, highlighting his tremendous growth. With his elite offensive skill set, White is poised to lead the Bulls to greater heights in the seasons to come.
Coby White Salary
Coby White will earn $11,111,111 for the 2023-24 NBA season. It is a substantial increase from the $7,413,955 that he earned last season (2022/23).
Coby White signed his current three-year contract worth $36 million on July 7, 2023. The 2023/24 NBA season is the first season of this new contract. This contract reflects White's on-court prowess and value to the Bulls organization. It underscores his status as one of the league's best young players and his financial success mirrors his outstanding performances on the hardwood.
A yearly breakdown of his salary is mentioned below:
Season | Team | Salary |
2023-24 | Chicago Bulls | $11,111,111 |
2024-25 | Chicago Bulls | $12,000,000 |
2025-26 | Chicago Bulls | $12,888,889 |
How long is Coby White's contract?
White’s current contract is a standard three-year deal. This contract does not have any terms in it and it will end in 2026. This means that Coby White will become an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2026.
FAQ's on Coby White Salary
A. Coby White will earn $11,111,111 for the 2023/2024 season.
A. Coby White has a three-year, $36,000,000 contract with the Chicago Bulls. The 2023/24 NBA season was the first season in this contract. White will become an unrestricted free agent in 2026.
A. Coby White is averaging 19.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game, as of March 2024. He has a field goal percentage of 44.8% and 3-point shooting percentage of 38.3%.
A. Coby White is 24 years old as of March 2024.
A. Coby White primarily plays as a point guard. At times, he also plays as shooting guard, making him a combo guard.