Yao Ming, a retired Chinese professional basketball player has a net worth in more than $160 million. He was a player with the Shanghai Sharks and the Houston Rockets. With a height of 7'6 inches, Yao was also the NBA's tallest active player during his final season. More than 200 million Chinese viewers tuned in to see Yao playing against the Milwaukee Bucks on November 9, 2007. The match also featured Yi Jianlian, a Chinese player. It was among the most watched games of NBA history. Yao was an 8-time All Star during his NBA career. Yao recorded 9,247 points, and recorded 4,494 rebound. Also, he made 919 blocks. The final season of the Rockets cost Yao $17.6million. In total he earned roughly $93 million as an NBA salary. He also continues to earn more money from brand endorsements and investments.The Sharks finally won their first CBA championship during the fifth season as a player. In his final season playing for Shanghai, Yao made all 21 of his shots in the finals.
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