NBA is one of the most popular games in America. The best basketball players in the nation play here and show their skills to entertain their fans. It is also one of the highest-paid sports in the world. Today, we will know about the top 5 highest-paid NBA players in the world in 2022.
In our list, Stephen Curry is in the first position with the highest amount of salary paid by his club. Russell Westbrook will be in the second position. One of the richest basketballers of all-time LeBron James is currently in the fourth position in the case of annual salary. The players earn most of their money from their club and endorsement. today, we will know everything about their earnings here.
1. Stephen Curry
- Team: Golden State Warriors
- Net Worth: $60 million
- Salary: $45.8 million
Stephen Curry is currently the highest-paid NBA player on our list. He receives an annual salary of USD $45.8 million from Golden State Warriors. The player has a net worth of $60 million dollars. He gets USD $47 million from his sponsors and endorsements each year. HE announced to have endorsements with cryptocurrency platform FTX. ZHe is also sponsored by Under Armour, Nike, and TCL. The player owns a production company named Unanimous Media.
2. Russell Westbrook
- Team: Los Angels Lakers
- Net Worth: $140 million.
- Salary: $44.2 million
The 2nd highest-paid NBA player on our list is Russell Westbrook. He receives USD $44.2 million annually from his club Los Angels Lakers. His main source of income is professional basketball playing in NBA. He also receives a good amount of money from his sponsors and ambassadors. Russel receives $30 million from his sponsors every year. He has a net worth of $140 million.
3. Kevin Durant
- Team: Brooklyn Nets
- Net Worth: $500 million
- Salary: $40.9 million
Kevin Durant is the 3rd highest-paid NBA player on our list. He plays for the Brooklyn Nets, from where he receives an annual salary of $40.9 million. Durant has a net worth of $500 million. He is sponsored by many brands such as 2K Sports, Degree, Master & Dynamic, and Nike. Durant signed a $250 million contract with Under Armours. The player receives an annual endorsement of $47 million. He has invited many companies like Thirty-Five Ventures, Robinhood, Acorns, and many more.
4. LeBron James
- Team: Los Angeles Lakers
- Net Worth: $500 million
- Salary: USD$41.2 million
James is the highest-paid NBA Player on our list. He gest an annual salary of USD$41.2 million from the Los Angeles Lakers. The player has a net worth of $500 million. He is on his way to being the second billionaire of the NBA. He is sponsored by many international brands. James receives an endorsement of $70 million. He announced to sell the shares of his own SpringHill Company with a worth of $725 million. He gets good investment from Fortnite and Tonal.
5. Giannis Antetokounmpo
- Team: Milwaukee Bucks
- Net Worth: $70 million.
- Salary: $39.3 million
Giannis Antetokounmpo is currently the fifth highest-paid player in NBA He is paid an annual salary of USD $39.3 million from his club, Milwaukee Bucks. In December, Giannis signed the richest contract with hi club of $228 million for five years. He has an endorsement with many companies. He receives nearly $41 million endorsements each year. Giannis has a contract with Niek of $100 million and also with brands like JBL, Hulu, Tissot, Kronos Foods, 2k Sports, and T-Mobile. The player has a net worth of $70 million.
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