Is Pau Gasol A-List?
YesA
Yes — Pau Gasol is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 2008
Traded to Lakers
Ranking Timeline
2001B$5M
NBA Drafted
Drafted and traded to Memphis Grizzlies.
2002B$8M+$3M
NBA Rookie of the Year
Wins NBA Rookie of the Year award.
2008A▲$20M+$12M
Traded to Lakers
Traded to Los Angeles Lakers.
2009A$30M+$10M
NBA Champion
Wins first NBA championship.
2010A$45M+$15M
Second NBA Championship
Wins second NBA championship.
2019A$75M+$30M
Brief stint with Bucks
Joins the Milwaukee Bucks near end of career.
2021A$80M+$5M
Retires from NBA
Retires after an illustrious NBA career.
2026A$85M+$5M
NBA Legend
Remains a respected NBA figure, involved in business ventures and broadcasting.
Last updated: February 25, 2026