Robert Covington is an American basketball player who currently plays for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. Born on December 14, 1990, Covington is well-known for his elite two-way 3-and-D gameplay.
Despite going undrafted in 2013, Covington was signed by the Houston Rockets on a three year contract, but he was soon sent to the NBA G League, then known as the NBA Development League (NBA D-League), to refine his skills with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the Rockets' affiliate team.
Undeterred by this, Covington seized the opportunity to showcase his talent on the D League stage. For the Vipers in the 2013/14 NBA D League, Covington emerged as a key contributor, averaging 23.2 points per game, along with 9.2 rebounds and 2.4 steals which showcased his ability to score and defend at a high level. He was named to the 2014 NBA D-League All-Star Game where his performance left a lasting impression, as he shattered records with 33 points, 22 of which came in the game's final six minutes. Covington's terrific display earned him the NBA D-League All-Star Game MVP honor and solidified his status as a rising star in the league.
On November 15, 2014, Covington's perseverance paid off when he signed a reported five-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. Since then, he has established himself as one of the premier 3-and-D role players in the NBA, known for his defensive prowess and sharpshooting abilities.
Today, Covington's success story serves as a testament to the power of determination and resilience. Despite going undrafted and spending time in the G League, Covington's relentless efforts propelled him to NBA stardom. His journey stands as an inspiration to aspiring basketball players everywhere, proving that with dedication and hard work, success can indeed be achieved, regardless of the path taken.
Robert Covington Contract Breakdown
Year | Base Salary | SigningBonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
2022-23 | $12,307,692 | - | $12,307,692 | - | $12,307,692 |
2023-24 | $11,692,308 | - | $11,692,308 | - | $11,692,308 |
How much is Robert Covington getting paid?
Robert Covington is set to earn $11,692,308 for the 2023/24 season. He is on a two-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers worth $24,000,000.
How much does Robert Covington make in a minute?
Robert Covington’ salary for the 2023/24 season is $11,692,308. Now 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 Covington makes around $22 in a minute.
Robert Covington Career Earnings
After the conclusion of the 2023/24 NBA season, Covington would have earned over $22.25 million from his NBA contracts till date.
What are the terms of Robert Covington’ contract?
Robert Covington’s current contract is fully guaranteed. He will become unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2024.
Robert Covington Contract History
These are all the contracts that Robert Covington has signed in his career till now.
May 5, 2022
Robert Covington signed a two-year $24 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers.
November 17, 2017
Covington signed a four-year $62 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
November 15, 2014
Covington signed a three-year $3.02 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
July 14, 2013
Robert Covington signed a three-year $2.25 million contract with the Houston Rockets.
FAQ's on Robert Covington Contract
A. Robert Covington has a two-year $24,000,000 contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. Robert Covington will be an unrestricted free agent in the upcoming 2024 NBA offseason.
A. Robert Covington played college basketball at Tennessee State University from 2009 to 2013.
A. Robert Covington’s salary for the 2023/24 season is $11,692,308.
A. Robert Covington is a power forward but he can also play as center.
A. In the 2023/24 season, Robert Covington is averaging 4.4 points, 3.3 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game, as of March 2024.