Gordon Daniel Hayward is an American professional basketball player currently donning the jersey of the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA. Born on March 23, 1990, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Hayward's journey to NBA stardom had its roots at Brownsburg High School. Initially a tennis player, he transitioned to basketball and played a pivotal role in leading his school to the Indiana Class 4A state championship during his senior year.
After high school, Hayward chose Butler University for college basketball. He excelled as an elite wing for the Bulldogs and famously led them to the 2010 NCAA championship game. In this final, he attempted a game-winning half-court shot at the buzzer, which nearly made NCAA tournament history.
In the 2010 NBA Draft, Hayward was selected by the Utah Jazz with the ninth overall pick. He went on to have a successful seven-season tenure with the Jazz before making a move to the Boston Celtics and eventually finding his current home with the Charlotte Hornets. In the 2022/23 NBA season, Gordon Hayward, a one-time NBA All-Star, averaged 14.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.
Gordon Hayward Contract Breakdown
| Year | Base Salary | SigningBonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2023-24 | $31,500,000 | - | $31,500,000 | - | $31,500,000 |
How much is Gordon Hayward getting paid?
According to Sportrac, Gordon Hayward is on a four year contract with the Charlotte Hornets, worth $120,000,000 guaranteed. This deal ensured an average annual salary of $30,000,000. He is set to earn $31,500,000 for the 2023/24 season.
How much does Gordon Hayward make in a minute?
Gordon Hayward’s salary for the 2023/24 season is $31,500,000. One year is known to have 525,600 minutes. If his total salary is divided by the number of minutes available in a year, then Hayward makes around $59.93 in a minute.
Gordon Hayward Career Earnings
In his exciting 12-year career, Gordon Hayward has earned approx. $237 million, up until the end of the 2022-23 season.
Gordon Hayward’s Contract
Gordon Hayward’s current contract expires at the end of the ongoing 2023-24 season. Hayward will become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the 2023-24 NBA season.
How much of the Gordon Hayward Contract is guaranteed?
By the end of the 2023-24 NBA season, Gordon Hayward will have earned a guaranteed $120 million with an impressive annual average salary of $30 million.
Gordon Hayward Contract History
These are all the contracts that Gordon Hayward has signed in his career till now.
July 2, 2010
Gordon Hayward inked a four-year $11 million rookie scale contract with the Utah Jazz.
July 12, 2014
Hayward agreed to a four-year, $63 million contract extension with the Jazz.
July 14, 2017
Gordon Hayward Signed a four year $128 million veteran contract with the Boston Celtics which included a player option for 2020-21.
November 29, 2020
Gordon Hayward signed a four-year $120 million veteran contract extension with the Boston Celtics, who consequently did a sign-and-trade to send him to the Charlotte Hornets.
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FAQs
A. Gordon Scott Hayward and Jody Hayward are the proud parents of Gordon Hayward.
A. Gordon Hayward was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S. on March 23, 1990.
A. Gordon Hayward will earn $31.5 million in the 2023-24 NBA season.
A. Gordon Hayward currently plies his trade for the Charlotte Hornets of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
A. Gordon Hayward accepted a scholarship offer from Butler University and played college basketball for the Butler Bulldogs.
