Max Christie

MKhanal 23 Dec,2024

Facts of Max Christie

Ethnicity
Caucasian
Full Name
Cormac Karl Christie Jr.
Horoscope
Last Name
Christie
Birth Name
Cormac Karl Christie Jr.
First Name
Max
Famous Name
Max Christie
Nationality
American
Current City
Los Angeles, California
Father
Cormac Christie Sr.
Mother
Katrina Christie
Siblings
One younger brother, Cameron Christie.
No. of Siblings
1
Father Nationality
American
Mother Nationality
American

Contents:

Career & Net worth

Salary
Approximately $8 million annually from his current contract
Net Worth
Estimated around $2.7 million
Famous for
Playing as a shooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers
Profession
Professional basketball player
Currently Club
Los Angeles Lakers (NBA)
House Location
Los Angeles, California (exact location not disclosed)
Career Earnings
Includes his rookie contract and subsequent deals with the Lakers
Started career as
High school basketball player at Rolling Meadows High School
Came to fame after
His standout performances in high school and being drafted by the Lakers in 2022

Early Life and High School Career

Max Christie was born on February 10, 2003, into an Arlington Heights, Illinois-based family for which basketball is quite literally life itself: mom at Northwestern, father at a collegiate level—which all goes to mean that the way for such a young boy as Max Christie was one through greatness from the hardwood. Growing up, he heard nothing but the sound of bouncing basketballs and screeching sneakers, simply to further fuel his urge to play the game with full passion. He soon became a local sensation while he attended Rolling Meadows High School.

Max CAPTION: Before the NBA, Max Christie was dominating high school courts, setting the stage for his rise with the Lakers. SOURCE: Instagram

As a freshman, he averaged an impressive 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists per game during the season, which drew attention from scouts and fans alike. As he developed into an elite player, his senior year was nothing short of phenomenal, with averages of 24 points and 10.1 rebounds per game, as his team went undefeated at 15-0. From the Chicago Sun-Times Player of the Year to a member of the very exclusive McDonald's All-American Game, the accolades kept coming. Max wasn't playing basketball; he was building a legacy.

College Career

Another exciting chapter in the journey of Max Christie was going to college to play basketball at Michigan State University. He committed to the Spartans in July 2020, joining the long list of highly talented players who have passed through the program into the NBA. During his freshman season of 2021-2022, Christie made a statement on the national stage, averaging 9.3 points and 3.5 rebounds per game. One of his most memorable games was a thriller against Nebraska in which he lit up the court with a season-high 21 points.

His contributions did not go unnoticed: he made the Big Ten All-Freshman Team, proving that he could compete with some of the best young talents in college basketball. But one spectacular season was enough for Christie, and with an astonishing leap of faith in the waters of professional basketball, he declared for the 2022 NBA Draft from Michigan State.

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Professional Career

That moment every aspirant player fancies finally came true when Max Christie was chosen by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round, 35th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. To Max, this had to be out of some fantasy: just walking into the iconic Staples Center, a Laker franchise bathed in glory and heritage. He was nothing short of amazing during his NBA Summer League debut, where fans marveled at both his scoring and his defense. Christie also spent time with the G League outfit, the South Bay Lakers, where he averaged 14.3 points and 5.2 rebounds in 13 games during the 2022-2023 season.

MaxCAPTION: From the NBA In-Season Tournament to a four-year, $32 million deal—Max Christie is proving he’s here to stay. SOURCE: Instagram

His hard work culminated in helping the Lakers clinch victory in the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament on December 9, 2023—an exciting achievement that showed his potential on a larger stage. After this success, Max signed again with the Lakers on July 2, 2024, to a four-year deal worth $32 million, an affirmation of both his talent and potential within one of the most storied franchises in basketball.

National Team Career

It's not only his home grounds that have been witness to his brilliance, as Max Christie also shines on the international courts. He was part of Team USA in the 2019 FIBA Under-16 Americas Championship and recorded 9.5 points per contest as he helped secure a gold medal for the team. Of course, it developed further skills but let him grow with other young talents around the country, a bond that is irreplaceable in his growth both as a player and teammate.

Personal Life

Off the court, Max Christie's life is one of inspiration brought forth by the family. Having grown up in an athletic family, Christie learned the importance of hard work and not giving up easily at a very young age. His mother was accomplished as an athlete herself, while his father experienced college, and both have helped him through the ups and downs of sports.

Max CAPTION: When he's not on the court, Max Christie enjoys spending time with loved ones and staying true to his roots. SOURCE: Instagram

Besides, Max's younger brother, Cameron Christie, is making waves in basketball. He will be drafted by the Los Angeles Clippers in 2024, adding sibling rivalry to the family's legacy within the sport.

Net Worth

As Max Christie rises through the ranks of professional basketball, his financial future is also starting to look bright; it is currently estimated at $2.7 million, a figure that shows not just how much he has made from basketball contracts but also endorsements that have started trickling in with his rise in the league. Having signed a $32-million, four-year deal with the Lakers to take effect in July 2024, Christie really should be all set to begin carving out his niche within professional sports.

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