Who Is the Highest Paid NBA Player?
We all know that NBA players make a lot of money, but just how much does the highest paid player make? We did a little research and found out that the highest paid player in the NBA currently is LeBron James, who makes an astounding $35.65 million per year!
LeBron James
LeBron James is an American professional basketball player who is currently a free agent. He has played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers. James is widely considered to be one of the greatest basketball players of all time. He is frequently compared to Michael Jordan.
James was born on December 30, 1984, in Akron, Ohio. He began playing organized basketball in elementary school. By the time he was in high school, he was considered one of the best players in the country. James attracted national attention when he was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated magazine as a high school sophomore.
After graduating from high school, James opted to skip college and instead entered the 2003 NBA Draft. He was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the first overall pick. James went on to play for the Cavaliers for seven seasons, from 2003 to 2010. During his time with the team, James helped lead the Cavaliers to their first NBA Finals appearance in 2007.
In 2010, James left the Cavaliers as a free agent and joined the Miami Heat. He spent four seasons with the Heat, winning two NBA championships (2012 and 2013). In 2014, James decided to return to the Cavaliers. He helped lead the team to an NBA championship in 2016, their first title in franchise history.
Throughout his 17-year career, James has been named an All-Star 16 times and has been named MVP four times (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013). He has also won two Olympic gold medals (2008 and 2012). In 2020, he was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World.
As of 2021, LeBron James’ net worth is $450 million dollars., making him one of the richest athletes in the world..
Kevin Durant
In 2019, Kevin Durant is the highest paid NBA player with an annual salary of $30 million. He is followed by Stephen Curry, who is earning $27.5 million.
Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook is the highest paid NBA player, earning a salary of $35.7 million for the 2019-20 season. Westbrook is followed by Stephen Curry, who will earn $34.4 million this season.
James Harden
Houston Rockets guard James Harden is the highest paid player in the NBA, earning a total of $38.2 million this season. Harden’s salary is $30.4 million, and he also receives $7.8 million in endorsements from companies like Nike, adidas, and State Farm.
Stephen Curry
As of September 2020, the highest paid NBA player is Stephen Curry, who earns a salary of $40.2 million with the Golden State Warriors. Curry’s total earnings (salary + endorsements) are estimated to be $76 million annually. LeBron James is the second highest paid NBA player, earning $37.4 million in salary and an additional $52 million in endorsements for a total of $89 million annually.
