[Badenhausen] LeBron is the first NBA star with $1 billion in career earnings --salary/endorsements-- while still active. Next up among current players: KD: $580 million Curry: $430 million

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LeBron is first NBA star with $1 billion in career earnings--salary/endorsements--while still active. Next up among current players:

KD: $580 million Curry: $430 million

Jordan fell just short of $1B on an inflation-adjusted basis while active. But thanks to massive $$ in retirement w/Nike's Jordan Brand soaring, MJ career earnings now ~$2B (not adjusted for inflation).

Soaring NBA salaries will create a new crop of players earning $1B. Luka Doncic is looking at $700+ million in salary alone by the time he is 36 if remains star & salary cap keeps going