A Career-Ending Injury Led the NBA to Terminate His Contract; What Is Ömer Asik's Net Worth?

Ömer Asik began his professional career in 2005 with Fenerbahce in Turkey.

PUBLISHED DEC 13, 2023

Cover Image Source: Ömer Asik #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans. Getty Images | Photo by Stacy Revere

Name	Ömer Asik
Net Worth	$30 million
Source of Income	Basketball Career
Date of Birth	July 4, 1986
Age	37 Years
Gender	Male
Profession	Basketball Player
Nationality	Turkey

Ömer Asik's net worth

Ömer Asik is not only a prominent figure in Turkish basketball but has also made his name in the NBA. He has earned a net worth of $30 million. His career breakthrough came at the 2010 FIBA World Championship, where he played the starting center and secured the silver medal for Turkey. He is often affectionately referred to as "The Turkish Hammer."

Omer Asik #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans looks on during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on February 10, 2017 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Getty Images | Photo by Hannah Foslien — Omer Asik #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans. Getty Images | Photo by Hannah Foslien

What are Ömer Asik's sources of income?

Asik's multifaceted career spans both Turkish and American basketball leagues. His primary source of income was his successful tenure in the NBA. Beginning his professional journey with Fenerbahce in Turkey, he quickly garnered attention.

Soon, he was selected as the 36th overall pick in the 2008 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers. Upon entering the NBA, Asik's skills were immediately recognized, and he was traded to the Chicago Bulls. In 2010, he signed a two-year deal with the team.

In 2012, he inked a three-year, $25 million deal with the Houston Rockets, marking a turning point in his career. He became the starting center for the Rockets and led the league in rebounds during the 2012-2013 season.

Andrew Harrison #5 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives the ball around Omer Asik #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans during a game at the Smoothie King Center on December 5, 2016 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Memphis won the game in double overtime 110-108. Getty Images | Photo by Sean Gardner — Andrew Harrison #5 of the Memphis Grizzlies and Omer Asik #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans. Getty Images | Photo by Sean Gardner

In 2014, Asik became part of a three-team trade involving the New Orleans Pelicans, the Houston Rockets, and the Washington Wizards. In October, he made a stellar debut with the Pelicans, contributing significantly with 14 points, 17 rebounds, 5 blocks, and 2 assists in a 101–84 victory against the Orlando Magic.

In a surprising turn of events in 2015, he re-signed with the Pelicans for a substantial five-year, $60 million contract, drawing mixed reviews from experts. Unfortunately, he faced injuries in the subsequent seasons.

His 2016-2017 season was limited to 31 games due to Crohn's disease. The illness sidelined him for eight months, during which he lost 30 pounds. In 2018, he made a comeback with the Chicago Bulls. However, he developed inflammatory arthritis due to which the NBA officially terminated his contract.

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Blood drips from the neck of Omer Asik #3 of the Chicago Bulls. Photo by Gregory Shamus | Getty Images

Ömer Asik's personal life

Asik was born on July 4, 1986, in Bursa, Turkey. From a very young age, he was passionate about playing basketball. At the age of 19, he started his professional career.