Four-time NBA champion LeBron James became the highest-paid player in NBA history in 2020 when he passed the unforgettable Kobe Bryant. His reign will not survive for long after he hangs up his sneakers, however, not with NBA superstars cashing in near nine-figure salaries in the near future.
Either way, there’s no denying James has been very well financially compensated for his efforts in his career. To see how he stacks up with other NBA stars from today or back in the day, we used HoopsHype’s new Salary Comparison tool, which you can use to compare any two players’ salaries throughout NBA history.
Check out how James’ salary throughout his career compares to the likes of Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neal, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Bryant and more!