Meet Basketball Player Te’a Cooper

Last updated on May 27, 2024

Te’a Cooper is a renowned basketball star who gained fame for outstanding performance in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). She has played as a point guard for the Los Angeles Sparks and is currently a free agent. Her net worth has significantly increased, placing her among the wealthiest female basketball players. She is among the most talented players, having established a prominent name in the sport.

Te’a Cooper was born on April 16, 1997, in New Jersey, United States. She is 27 years old. When she was around ten years old, she moved to Georgia with her family.

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Family:

Te’a Cooper’s father is Omar, and her mother is Kindall Cooper. Her father has coached the Athletes of Tomorrow AAU basketball club in Powder Springs, Georgia, and runs a sports agency in Atlanta. She has three siblings, Sharife, Omar, and Mia, who also play basketball.

Education And Early Career:

Te’a Cooper completed her early education at McEachern High School, where she began her basketball career. She was an exceptional player in high school, helping her team win three state titles. Her outstanding performance earned her numerous awards. After graduating from McEachern, she played for the University of Tennessee during the 2015-16 season. She then transferred to the University of South Carolina, where she played from 2017 to 2019. During the 2019-20 season, she played for Baylor University in Texas. 

WNBA Career:

After graduating from Baylor University, Te’a Cooper joined the Phoenix Mercury in 2020. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, she was released by the team along with other players. Later that year, she was signed by the Los Angeles Sparks, where she spent two seasons.

Te’a Cooper’s Husband:

Te’a Cooper was married to Dwight Howard, an American basketball player best known for his time with the Los Angeles Lakers. They got engaged in 2019 and tied the knot in a secret ceremony in November 2020. However, their marriage lasted only about a year, and they divorced in April 2021.

Profile Summary:

TitleDetails
Full NameTe’a Omari Copper
Nick NameTe’a Copper
Date of Birth 16 April 1997
Place of BirthNew Jersey 
Country of BirthUnited States
Age 27 years old
Height5 ft 8 inches
Weight73 kg
Profession Basketball Player
Position Point Guard
Eye ColorDark Brown 
Hair ColorBlack
Siblings Sharife, Omar, Mia
Religion Christianity
Social MediaInstagram

Net Worth:

Te’a Cooper is a talented point guard who ranks among the wealthiest basketball players. Her high salary contributes to her substantial net worth, which varies widely. Some sources suggest her net worth is between $2 million and $4 million, while others place it between $1 million and $2 million.


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