Christian Braun, a shooting guard with the Denver Nuggets of the NBA, swiftly becomes a rising star with every dribble and shot.

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Christian was born to be a basketball superstar. It’s no wonder he excels at basketball because it’s a family tradition. He was crowned Kansas Gatorade Player of the Year and Mr. Kansas Basketball during high school. 

Braun was a standout college basketball player at the University of Kansas and is now pursuing a career in the NBA. So, who exactly is this emerging NBA star? Let’s dig a little deeper into his story.

This article will also examine Christian Braun’s childhood, net worth, and personal life. 

Quick Facts

Name	Christian Braun
Full Name	Christian Nicholas Braun
Nick Name	Braun
Date of Birth	April 17, 2001
Age	22 Years Old
Birth Place	Burlington, Kansas
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	White
Zodiac Sign	Aries
Height	6 ft 6 in/1.98 m/198 cm
Weight	210 lb/95 kg
Hair Color	Dark brown
Eye Color	Dark brown
Father’s Name	Donny Braun
Mother’s Name	Lisa Braun (formerly Lisa Sandbothe)
Uncle’s Name	Mike Sandbothe
Aunt’s Name	Lori Sandbothe
Siblings	Two: Parker and Landon Braun
High School	Blue Valley Northwest High School
Education	Communication Studies
University	University of Kansas
Marital Status	Single
Wife	Not available
Children	Not available
Profession	Basketball Player
Position	Shooting Guard/Small Forward
Leagues	NBA
NBA Draft	1st round, 21st pick by Denver Nuggets
Debut Year	2022
Playing Teams	Denver Nuggets (2022 – present)
Jersey Number	0 (Denver Nuggets)
Awards and achievements	NCAA champion (2022) Second-team All-Big 12 (2022) Big 12 All-Freshman Team (2020) Mr. Kansas Basketball (2019) Kansas Gatorade Player of the Year (2019)
Net Worth	Estimated $1 – $5 million
Social Media	Instagram, Twitter
Merch	Rookie Card

Early Life and Education

Christian Nicholas Braun was born to parents Lisa and Donny Braun on April 17, 2001, in Burlington, Kansas. Parker and Landon are his two younger brothers.

Braun was born and reared in a basketball-crazed family; it’s no surprise that he became a basketball player.

His mother, Lisa Sandbothe, was a three-time All-Big Eight Conference pick at Missouri from 1987 to 1991.

Donny, his father, was a former Kansas walk-on before moving to Saint Louis. Mike Sandbothe, his uncle, and Lori Sandbothe, his aunt, were both basketball players at Missouri University.

Braun followed in his family’s footsteps as his brother, Parker, played basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks.

Furthermore, he attended Blue Valley North-west High School in Overland Park, Kansas, and after graduation, he attended the University of Kansas to study communication studies.

Age, Height & Weight

Christian Braun was born in April 2001. Thus, he is 22 years old. 

Braun was born in Burlington, Kansas, and considers himself to be of white origin.

Given his incredible height, Christian was meant for basketball. He stands 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 meters) tall and weighs approximately 210 pounds (95 kg).

Early Career

Braun’s basketball career began in high school when he was crowned Kansas Gatorade and Mr. Kansas Basketball Player of the Year his senior year.

The honor was so meaningful that the school established Christian Braun Day on April 4, 2022.

He attended to play college basketball at the University of Kansas, which has one of the most famous basketball programs in the country.

He chose Kansas over other universities, such as Kansas State, Illinois, and Missouri.

Christian had outstanding skill in his first year, assisting Kansas to second place in the Big 12 conference—no surprise he was nominated to the Second Team All-Big 12 as a junior.

However, the highlight of Christian Braun’s college basketball career occurred during the 2022 NCAA tournament, when he became the 65th player in Kansas history to surpass 1,000 points.

Professional Career

Braun declared for the 2022 NBA Draft on April 24, 2022, while still retaining his college eligibility.

He was picked with the 21st overall pick by the Denver Nuggets. After making his NBA debut on December 20, 2022, he still plays for the same team.

Braun demonstrated why the Nuggets selected him in the first round only one minute into their Summer League debut.

The Nuggets secured a defensive rebound, and as two-way guard Gillespie accelerated up the court, Braun took off racing into space.

Collin lofted a pass over a Timberwolves defender from well beyond the 3-point line, and Braun soared, collected the pass at its peak, and sunk a two-handed alley-oop for his first professional shot.

Braun has realized his ambition, playing alongside NBA legend Nikola Joki.

His professional career has yet to take off as a rookie, but based on his current stats, Braun is likely a budding star in the NBA.

Awards and Recognition

Braun’s outstanding high school and collegiate basketball careers earned him numerous trophies and distinctions, including the following:

• NCAA champion (2022)

• Second-team All-Big 12 (2022)

• Big 12 All-Freshman Team (2020)

• Mr. Kansas Basketball (2019)

• Kansas Gatorade Player of the Year (2019)

Wife and Kids

There is currently no information available regarding Christian Braun’s wife or girlfriend.

The basketball player is most likely single and prioritizes his career above his personal life. We will, however, keep you updated if there are any developments.

Braun’s Fashion Brand

Aside from basketball, Christian Braun has a good eye for fashion, having launched his clothing brand called “THE CB2 Collection.”

Braun’s emblem appears on apparel, headgear, and accessories, as do statements such as “Rock Chalk Shooter” and “Tougher Than Most.”

Christian worked on the brand for roughly six months, thinking that it would assist him in developing his brand and connecting with people.

Net Worth and Salary

Christian Braun’s net worth is believed to be between $1 million and $5 million.

He signed a four-year, $13,769,157 contract with the Denver Nuggets, with $5,757,720 guaranteed and an annual salary of $3,442,289.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) 

What position does Christian Braun play?

Christian Braun is a shooting guard/small forward.

Has Christian Braun won any significant awards in college basketball?

Braun was named to the Big 12 All-Freshman Team in 2020 and earned honorable mention All-Big 12 honors in 2021 in his college.

Did Christian Braun graduate?

No, he forwent his senior year in university to play in the NBA. Currently, he is not a University graduate as he is focusing on his NBA career than graduating from the university.