“There are no limits when you love what you do,” said Kelsey Plum once, and now she is staying true to her words. Her electrifying stint with the Las Vegas Aces not only showcased her exceptional talent but also solidified her status as one of the WNBA’s premier guards.
Plum made influential contributions through her 17.8-point-per-game scoring average and 4.2 assist averages which helped push the Aces into the semifinals with their 27-13 win-loss record.
The stellar performance of this player secured her place as an All-Star selection for the third time in a row thus showcasing her court consistency. Now as she begins her new chapter with the Los Angeles Sparks, let’s have a look at her financial journey.
A Look at Kelsey Plum’s New Net Worth and Salary
Plum started her professional basketball career after the San Antonio Stars (now Las Vegas Aces) picked her first overall in the 2017 WNBA Draft. Plum earned her professional draft selection after breaking NCAA scoring records during her time at the University of Washington where she led all players in Division I women’s basketball with 3,527 points.
Her college dominance included the Pac-12 Player of the Year award and consensus All-American honors, establishing her as one of the most promising talents entering the professional ranks.
In 2025 the Los Angeles Sparks provided a one-year contract to Plum with a $202,000 base payment that contained a $202,000 contractual guarantee and annualized at $202,000 yearly. The 2025 base salary for Plum stands at $202,000 while her contingent liability amounts to $202,000 and her financial impact in dead money equates to $202,000.
“[The Sparks] have not just met but exceeded my expectations. I’ve been treated better than I’ve ever been as a WNBA player,” said Plum (as per front Office Sports).
Now with her old team, Plum was able to bag up a total sum of $933,750. She started her career with a modest rookie salary of $50,000, but based on her gameplay and skills that number increased eventually. The 30-year-old had signed a three-year agreement paying $423,250 by 2020, and a two-year contract worth $400,000 ($200,000 a year) in 2022.
Beyond her on-court earnings, Plum has secured several endorsement deals that have significantly contributed to her income.
She has been a prominent face in women’s basketball since her college days and upon joining the league she got offers from brands like Under Armour, Google Pixel, Kingmakers Cigars, Skims, Target, LegalZoom, and Nike which boosted her net worth to an estimated $2 million.
Besides her basketball playing days Plum engaged in coaching by assuming the role of assistant coach for the University of Arkansas women’s basketball program. The lack of public disclosure for her coaching salary highlights her passion for the sport and commitment to developing young talent.
Kelsey Plum’s career trajectory exemplifies dedication, skill, and strategic career management. However even though Plum has proved her worth through her skills, she rejected the opportunity to earn more.
Kelsey Plum’s Decision to Skip the Unrivaled League
The Unrivaled League launched its 3-on-3 women’s basketball league to draw prominent WNBA stars using its generous compensation packages. The league that Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier co-founded offers average salaries of $222,222 which exceed WNBA regular maximum contract levels of $208,219 for the year 2025.
Competing players from WNBA including Angel Reese, Arike Ogunbowale, Aliyah Boston, Jewell Loyd, Dearica Hamby, Kahleah Copper and Brittney Griner have joined the Unrivaled League seeking high compensation along with competitive opportunities.
Despite these incentives, Plum chose to forgo participation in the inaugural Unrivaled season. In a statement shared on social media, Plum cited the need for personal time during the offseason as her reason for opting out.
“I’ve decided to not take part in the inaugural season of Unrivaled in order to take some more time for myself in this offseason. I appreciate the league understanding and being so accommodating. I wish the league and all the players nothing but the best and I’m excited to watch,” wrote Plum on her Instagram.
Plum makes a decision that parallels the stance of various leading athletes who chose not to accept invitations to Unrivaled. Notably, her former teammate A’ja Wilson and Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark turned down an invitation to participate, even after reportedly being offered a seven-figure salary. Personal choices of athletes demonstrate their commitment to offseason rest more than financial benefits offered by secondary tournaments.