And the experts did it again! Forbes magazine has published an unforgettable ranking of the players with the most money in the NBA 2020-21 season. Although salaries will be reduced by 20% for empty stadiums due to the coronavirus, these five basketball players lead the league because they have millionaire trade agreements.
In fifth place is the protagonist of the revolution in the NBA 2020-21 season: James Harden. ‘Chin’ has total earnings of $ 50 million $ 33 million in product revenue in the Brooklyn Nets and $ 17 million in advertising for brands such as Adidas, BodyArmor, Stance and Art of Sport.
Russell Westbrook is the fourth player to earn the most money in the current NBA season receiving $ 58.1 million. Although many consider him an overrated star, the Washington Wizards pays him $ 33 million in salary and companies like Nike contribute another $ 25 million in sponsorship.
The Nets star reaches the third place. Kevin Durant and total earnings of $ 65.2 million they make him the biggest player in the NBA who gets the most money. In terms of salary, KD earns $ 31.2 million, while from advertising, sponsorship and investment, another $ 34 million goes into his savings account.
Stephen Curry, the second highest paid player in the NBA
With total earnings of $ 74.4 million, Stephen Curry He is the second highest paid player in the NBA. Golden State Warriors pay him $ 34.4 million, and the guardian also receives another $ 40 million in advertising and investment from his company Unanimous Media.
The player with the most money in the NBA is LeBron James
The “King” is the “King”! LeBron James is the player who earns the most money in the NBA receiving Total revenue of $ 95.4 million: The Los Angeles Lakers pay him $ 31.4 million in salary, and in terms of sponsorships and advertising, he receives $ 64 million.