Grant Hill: Retired In 2013
Career Earnings: $134 million
Current Net Worth: $250 million
It was a sad day for sports fans when Grant Hill retired from the NBA in 2013. As a small forward, Hill was a prolific player for the Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns, and the Los Angeles Clippers. Throughout his career, his lucrative contracts saw him gain over $134 million. He didn’t leave the sport behind, even though he gave up playing the game. He is currently co-hosting Inside Stuff on NBA TV, which helps keep his $250 million net worth looking good.
Alex Rodriguez: Retired In 2016
Career Earnings: $480 million
Current Net Worth: $350 million
In every sense of the word, Alex Rodriguez (or A-Rod as he’s known affectionately to fans) is a sports legend. He played 22 major league seasons as a baseball player, with the Seattle Mariners, the Texas Rangers, and, most famously, the New York Yankees. A-Rod has made sure to wisely invest and launch his own company after amassing a fortune of over $350 million. Bolstered by memorable Nike Inc commercials, when he paired up with singer and actress Jennifer Lopez, he gained further stardom in 2017.