The earnings LeBron James has made in his career compared to the rest of NBA stars
Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and company are far from the current player of the Los Angeles Lakers
LeBron James, four-time NBA champion, became the highest-paid player in the history of the league in 2020, surpassing the unforgettable Kobe Bryant. However, his financial reign may not last long after his retirement, as current NBA stars' contracts are reaching figures close to nine digits. Nevertheless, names like Michael Jordan remain far behind today.
Next, we compare the guaranteed earnings throughout their careers of LeBron James with other NBA legends and current stars, using inflation-adjusted data when applicable:
Michael Jordan
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LeBron James: $583,949,426 (until 2025-26)
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Michael Jordan: $86,760,000 ($176,269,876 adjusted for inflation)
Kobe Bryant
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LeBron James: $583,949,426 (until 2025-26)
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Kobe Bryant: $328,237,108 ($490,921,199 adjusted for inflation)
Shaquille O'Neal
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LeBron James: $583,949,426 (until 2025-26)
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Shaquille O'Neal: $292,198,327 ($502,134,392 adjusted for inflation)
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