Jrue Holiday is a 6-foot-4-inch All-Star point guard who plays for the Boston Celtics in the NBA. He was a first-round pick out of UCLA in the 2009 NBA Draft.
After playing three seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, the 2021 NBA champion was traded to the Celtics this offseason. The addition of Holiday has brought more versatility at the defensive end for the Celtics, making them one of the favorites to win the championship this season.
His defensive nature can be well utilized along with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White, and Al Horford. Additionally, the guard also exhibits an offensive prowess. During his three-year tenure with the Bucks, Holiday averaged 18.5 points, and 6.8 assists per game.
The 2009 Draft pick is a two-time All-Star and a member of the Bucks’ 2021 NBA championship Team. He played a major role in defeating the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Finals. During that series, Holiday put up 16.7 PPG, 6.2 RPG, and 9.3 APG on 31.4% shooting beyond the arc.
Off the court, the All-Star guard and his wife are deeply involved in providing humanitarian needs and always believe in giving back to the community. At the ESPYs, the couple was acknowledged with the Mohammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award.
Jrue Holiday Position
The 33-year-old veteran is a versatile player who majorly plays at the point guard position, but can also play the shooting guard spot. In the 2022-23 season, while acting as a point guard, he started 65 games for the Bucks and averaged 19.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game in 67 games. His assists number clearly shows how good the guard is at play-making and is a true floor general.
Jrue Holiday Contract
In the 2021 offseason, the Milwaukee Bucks rewarded the All-Star guard with a four-year, $134.9 million lucrative deal which also includes a player option in the final year.
For the 2023/24 season, Holiday is set to earn a handsome amount of $34.9 million.
| Seasons | Salary | Team |
| 2021/2022 | $30.1 million | Milwaukee Bucks |
| 2022/2023 | $32.5 million | Milwaukee Bucks |
| 2023/2024 | $34.9 million | Boston Celtics |
| 2024/2025 | $37.3 million | Boston Celtics |
FAQs
A. Jrue Holiday's net worth is $30 million, as of October 2024.
A. Jrue Holiday has two rings. Holiday won the NBA championship in 2021 with the Milwaukee Bucks and the 2024 NBA championship with the Boston Celtics.
A. Jrue Holiday is listed at 6 feet 4 inches or 193 cm tall.
A. In 2020, Holiday was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in a four-team trade and played there for three seasons (2020-2023).
A. In acquiring Jrue Holiday the Celtics gave up Malcolm Brogdon, Robert Williams, and two future first-round picks.
A. For height of 6 feet 4 inches and being a guard, Jrue Holiday is a good rebounder. Holiday averaged a solid 5.4 rebounds in the 2023/24 NBA season.
