As the Bulls retool for the future, their roster features a blend of young talent and established veterans. Among the group of veterans is Torrey Craig, who is gearing up for his second season in the Windy City.
Craig, 33, has carved a lane for himself in the NBA after breaking through as a rookie in 2017. After going viral for a hilarious gaffe during the 2023-24 season, Craig is now linked to Grammy Award-winning artist Megan Thee Stallion after the two participated in a popular couple’s trend on social media.
Who is Craig? Here is what you need to know about the NBA veteran that could soon become a major name in pop culture circles.
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Who is Torrey Craig?
Craig is a forward for the Bulls and is gearing up for his eighth season in the NBA.
A native of Great Falls, S.C., Craig played collegiately at USC Upstate before going undrafted in the 2014 NBA Draft. Craig began his professional career playing in the Australian and New Zealand NBL, spending time with the Cairns Taipans, Wellington Saints, Brisbane Bullets and Gold Coast Rollers before earning his first NBA opportunity.
In 2017, Craig earned a two-way contract with the Nuggets after turning heads with his performance at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Craig spent three seasons with the Nuggets before signing with the Bucks ahead of the 2020-21 season.
After a midseason trade sent him to Phoenix in 2021, Craig spent the 2021-22 season in Indiana before returning for a second stint with the Suns in 2022-23. He signed with the Bulls during the 2023 offseason.
Throughout his NBA career, Craig has established a reputation as a strong defender and capable shooter. In his first season with Chicago, Craig shot 39.2 percent from 3-point range.
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Torrey Craig salary
Craig is entering the second year of a two-year deal he signed with Chicago in 2023. As an eight-year veteran, Craig’s salary is slightly higher than the NBA veteran’s minimum for the 2024-25 season.
| Year | Salary | Age |
| 2024-25 | $ 2,845,342 | 33 |
| 2025 | Unrestricted free agent | 34 |
Torrey Craig net worth
The exact figure of Craig’s net worth is difficult to nail down but he has earned over $ 18.0 million during the first seven years of his NBA career, per Spotrac. That figure will surpass the $ 20.0 million mark during the 2024-25 season.
In addition to his NBA contracts, Craig spent three years overseas and has his hand in several investments, including SPICE Charlotte, a restaurant in the heart of Charlotte, N.C.
