LeBron James has played in 20 NBA seasons since being drafted into the NBA in 2003. King has won on and off the court, and he is a clear winner. LeBron is the only NBA player to have been declared a billionaire while he is still active playing in the league.
Even at 38, the basketball sensation continues to remain among the top paid players in the NBA. When it comes to fortune, King James’ stature is just as royal and rich as his basketball career is.
How much money has Lebron James made in the NBA?
After winning four NBA championships and several personal accolades in the span of 20 seasons, LeBron James has made an impressive $431.86 million from his NBA career. He presently earns around $49,511,644 as an annual average salary. He will also earn a base salary of $47,607,350 in the remaining seasons left for him to play as per his current contract with the LA Lakers.
Aside from winning the NBA championships, LeBron has also won three Olympic medals, 18 NBA All-Star games, and several MVPs to become the first active player to reach billionaire status. He has played for the Miami Heat, the Cleveland Cavaliers, and now the Los Angeles Lakers. His earnings show how amazing he is at basketball. It also displays how good he is at making money both from playing basketball and carrying out business outside of the court.
What is LeBron James’ NBA contract with Lakers?
LeBron James and the Lakers have agreed to a two-year contract extension that is worth $97.1 million. This contract extends through the 2024–2025 NBA season. A player option is also part of his current contract. That would allow him to stay with the Lakers through December 2024 when he will turn 40.
LeBron’s new contract also aligns with Anthony Davis’ most recent extension with the Lakers which thereby allows both players to leave the team or sign new contracts in 2024. This contract extension that LeBron signed has also ended the rumor going around that he might become a free-agent or be traded. If the salary cap in 2023-2024 rises, the contract can climb up to $111 million.
What is LeBron James’ Net Worth in 2023?
The net worth of LeBron James in 2023 is currently $1 billion! Forbes revealed that LeBron had become the first active NBA player to have reached the one billion mark while still playing in the league. LeBron is also a successful businessman and not just a basketball player. He has different streams of income including business investments and partnerships like his huge lifetime deal with Nike.
The four-time NBA champion has also invested in different companies and business firms over the years. He’s even into movie production and owns a minority stake in EPL club Liverpool. With all these ventures, LeBron’s net worth is expected to keep growing, making him one of the richest athletes in the world.
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