Who Is the Highest Paid NBA Player in 2021?
The answer to this question depends on a number of factors, including the player’s position, team, and performance. However, we can take a look at the highest-paid NBA players for the 2021 season to get an idea of who is earning the most money.
LeBron James
In 2021, LeBron James is once again the highest-paid player in the NBA. He is set to earn $85.5 million from his salary and endorsements, which is up from the $77.2 million he made last year. James’ salary is a result of his four-year, $153 million contract extension that he signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. His endorsement deals include Nike, Coca-Cola, Beats by Dre, and 2K Sports.
Kevin Durant
As of 2021, Kevin Durant is the highest paid NBA player. He is currently in the second year of his four-year, $164 million contract with the Brooklyn Nets. Durant is set to make $42.7 million in salary in 2021 and has a total career earnings of $285 million.
Russell Westbrook
As of 2021, Russell Westbrook is the highest paid NBA player, earning a salary of $41.3 million. He is followed by LeBron James, who earns a salary of $39.2 million. Other notable high earners include Steph Curry ($37.4 million), Kevin Durant ($35.7 million), and James Harden ($33.7 million).
James Harden
James Harden is an American professional basketball player who is currently signed to the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is one of the highest-paid players in the NBA, with a salary of $38.2 million in 2021. He has also earned endorsements from companies like Adidas and Body Armor.
Stephen Curry
Dethroning LeBron James, Curry is now the NBA’s highest-paid player. He’s set to earn $43 million this season, including $40 million from salary and $3 million from endorsements, according to Forbes. Curry has been with the Warriors since 2009 and has won three championships with the team.
