Taurean Prince is an American basketball player who currently plays as a small forward for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. Prince's journey from under-the-radar high school prospect to respected NBA 3-and-D wing player exemplifies determination, and a relentless work ethic.
Born on March 22, 1994, Prince's journey to become an NBA player began at Earl Warren High School in San Antonio. Despite not being heralded as an elite talent in his high school days, Prince showcased enough promise to land an athletic scholarship at Baylor University, where he played for the Bears’ team.
Initially, Prince faced challenges in securing significant playing time in his freshman and sophomore seasons. However, Prince's perseverance paid off as he displayed remarkable growth in his third year, earning the Big 12 Sixth Man of the Year Award and all-conference honors.
During the 2016 NBA Draft, Prince was selected 12th overall by the Utah Jazz, but his rights were quickly traded to the Atlanta Hawks in a multi-team deal. Ever since coming into the NBA, Prince developed his niche as a versatile two-way wing player, known for his defensive prowess and reliable 3-point shooting.
After brief stints with Atlanta, Brooklyn, Cleveland and Minnesota, Prince now plays with the Los Angeles Lakers. Under the guidance of Coach Darwin Ham, Prince has flourished with the Lakers. In the 2023/24 NBA season, Prince has been consistent as a volume three-point shooter for the Lakers, making 2 three pointers per game and maintaining an impressive 38.6% shooting percentage from beyond the arc.
As of February 2024, Taurean Prince has played 49 games with the Lakers, starting 47 games in the 2023/24 NBA season, with 30.3 minutes per game and has averaged 9.7 points, 3 rebounds.
Taurean Prince Salary
Taurean Prince is set to earn $4,516,000 for the 2023/24 season. He is on a one-year veteran’s contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. It is a fully guaranteed contract.
According to Spotrac, following is yearly breakdown of his salary:
| Season | Team | Salary |
| 2023/24 | Los Angeles Lakers | $4,516,000 |
Taurean Prince Height
Taurean Prince is 6 feet 6 inches tall.
What teams has Taurean Prince played for?
Taurean Prince has played for five NBA teams as of February 2024:
Atlanta Hawks (2016 — 2019)
Brooklyn Nets (2019 — 2021)
Cleveland Cavaliers (2021)
Minnesota Timberwolves (2021 — 2023)
Los Angeles Lakers (2023 — Present)
FAQ's on Taurean Prince Salary
A. Taurean Prince will earn $4.5 million for the 2023/24 NBA season.
A. Taurean Prince was born in San Marcos, Texas, U.S.
A. Taurean Prince wears jersey #12 for the Lakers.
A. The Lakers shooter stands at 6 ft 6 inches tall.
A. Taurean Prince was drafted by Utah Jazz, 1st round (12th pick, 12th overall), 2016 NBA Draft.
