Blake Carrington Wesley, a native of South Bend, Indiana, is living his dream as a rising star in the NBA.

He was picked in the first round of the NBA Draft 2022 by the San Antonio Spurs and has been making waves as a talented shooting guard for the team since 2022.

>> Best betting sites (2024)

Quick Facts

Full Name	Blake Carrington Wesley
Known As	Blake Wesley
Date of Birth	March 16, 2003
Age	20 Years Old
Birth Place	South Bend, Indiana
Nationality	American
Father’s Name	Derrick Raymond Wesley Sr.
Mother’s Name	Leslie Ann Wesley
Siblings	Two
Zodiac Sign	Pisces
Relationship Status	Single
Height	6 feet 5 inches/ 196 cm/ 1.96 m
Weight	185 lbs/ 83 kg
Education	High School: James Whitcomb Riley High School College: Notre Dame (2021-2022)
NBA Draft	2022/ Round: 1/ Pick: 25th Overall
Playing Career	2022-Present
Current Team	San Antonio Spurs (2022- Present)
Awards & Achievements	Second-team All-ACC (2022) ACC All-Rookie Team (2022)
Position	Shooting Guard
Jersey Number	14
Annual Salary	$3 Million
Net Worth	$800K-$1 Million
Social Media	Instagram, Twitter

Blake Wesley Early Life and Family

Blake was born on March 16, 2003, to Leslie and Derrick Wesley Sr. His parents have been happily married since September 11, 1993. 

His father, Derrick Sr., is a former basketball player who played at Ball State University from 1984 to 1988. He was a two-time MVP, even inducted into the Ball State Athletics Hall of Fame in 1998. 

On the other hand, Blake’s mother, Leslie, studied liberal studies at Indiana University Bloomington and currently serves as the executive director at Indiana Parenting Institute of St. Joseph County.

Blake has two older siblings: a sister named Taylor, born on November 29, 1996, who studied public relations with marketing and played basketball at Indiana University South Bend, and a brother named Derrick Jr., born on June 5, 1998, who studied general studies, liberal arts, and sciences at Indiana University South Bend and currently holds the position of youth liaison coordinator at Indiana Parenting Institute.

Personal Details

As of 2023, Blake Wesley is 20 and belongs to the Pisces zodiac sign. He stands tall at height 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm) and weighs 185 lbs (83 kg). His impressive wingspan measures 6 feet 9.25 inches (2.05 m), and he boasts a standing reach of 8 feet 7 inches (2.61 m).

Blake Wesley High School & College Career

Blake Wesley’s basketball journey began at James Whitcomb Riley High School. During his senior year, he showcased his talent by averaging 27.1 points and 6.1 rebounds, leading his school to the Class 4A sectional title.

He concluded his high school career with an impressive 1496 points and earned a spot on the Indiana All-Star team.

Wesley had several enticing offers from renowned universities, including Creighton, Kansas State, Louisville, Maryland, Purdue, and Xavier, but he ultimately committed to Notre Dame. 

He averaged 14.4 points and 3.7 rebounds per game during his freshman year. On March 30, 2022, Wesley declared for the 2022 NBA draft.

Blake Wesley NBA Career

In the NBA Draft 2022, the San Antonio Spurs selected Blake Wesley as their first-round pick, 25th overall. 

His NBA journey began with a debut on October 28, 2022, against the Chicago Bulls, where he made an immediate impact with 10 points and four assists in a thrilling 129-124 victory.

However, two days after his debut, a collision with Jaden McDaniels during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves resulted in a torn MCL in his left knee. 

Despite this setback, Wesley returned triumphantly, earning his first NBA start on February 10, 2023, against the Detroit Pistons.

Net Worth & Contracts

Net Worth

As of September 2023, Blake Wesley’s estimated net worth falls within the range of $800K-$1 million. In addition to his basketball career, Wesley has secured endorsement deals with Herbalife USA, a health and wellness company specializing in nutrition products. 

Additionally, he has partnered with Adidas, joining fellow 2022 NBA Rookie Class players such as Walker Kessler, Bennedict Mathurin, and Keegan Murray.

Contracts

Blake Wesley’s journey with the San Antonio Spurs began when they drafted him as the 25th overall pick in the NBA Draft 2022 on June 23, 2022. On July 5, 2022, Wesley signed a lucrative four-year rookie scale contract worth $12.24 million with the Spurs. 

This deal gives him an average annual salary of $3 million and a guaranteed $4.8 million upon signing. The club also holds the option to extend the contract during the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons.

Relationship & Social Media Presence

Blake Wesley maintains an active presence on popular social media accounts, including Instagram and Twitter, where he has garnered 48.2k followers on Instagram and 5.6k followers on Twitter as of the latest update.

Despite his active social media presence, Blake Wesley has kept his dating history and relationship status private. To date, there have been no reports or information regarding his girlfriend. 

His social media accounts primarily showcase his basketball endeavors, training, and cherished moments with his family. It appears that Blake Wesley is currently focused on his basketball career and is allegedly single.