2. Junior Bridgeman – Net Worth: $1.3 Billion
After basketball, Junior Bridgeman transitioned to business and used his muscle to build a franchise empire which made him one of the richest NBA players. Once, he owned more than 100 Wendy’s and Chili’s restaurants; later, he sold many for investments in media ventures, such as buying Ebony magazine.
While Bridgeman doesn’t spend extravagantly, he doesn’t live a totally low profile life, opting to focus on strategic business growth rather than spending. Philanthropically, he has supported scholarships and other education focused initiatives, a belief that would promote community development.
