With only a few days left before the NBA season kicks off, social media is abuzz with NBA player rankings. Last time, ESPN ranked the players based on how they’d do this season, but this time Sportico is doing it based on how much they make.
Top 5 NBA earners this season
In today’s NBA, the landscape extends far beyond the simple act of scoring points or securing the coveted Larren O’Brien Trophy; it now encompasses record-breaking contracts, lucrative endorsements, and soaring incomes. As the NBA’s popularity and revenue continue to rise, so do the earnings of its players.
While a significant portion of an NBA player’s income stems from their salary, which is influenced by their team and contract terms, they also have the opportunity to boost their earnings through sponsorships and endorsements with various businesses.
On Thursday, Sportico published a list of the top NBA earners based on their total earnings from endorsements and salaries.
1. LeBron James- Landing on top is none other than the King himself: LeBron James. His being on top of the leaderboard in terms of earnings is no longer a surprise to the world anymore.
James, the NBA’s all-time top scorer, will earn a whopping $127.6 million this year,with $47.6 million coming from his salary and $80 million coming from his endorsements. Sportico estimates that he makes 25% more money overall than any other NBA player in the league.
2. Stephen Curry- Trailing behind James is Stephen Curry, making $101.9 million in the 2023-2024 season. Although his salary is slightly higher than James’s at $51.9 million, he significantly falls behind when it comes to endorsements, earning $30 million less than James.
3. Giannis Antetokounmpo- In third place is the Greek sensation and seven-time NBA All-Star, Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Bucks’ power forward also currently holds the number one ranking in ESPN’s leaderboard and the number four spot in SportPro’s list of most marketable athletes.
Antetokounmpo is expected to make $90.6 million this season, including $45.6 million in salary and $45 million from endorsement deals.
4. Kevin Durant- In fourth place is Phoenix Suns’ Kevin Durant, who will take home $42 million from his endorsements and $46.4 million from his salary, totaling $88.4 million.
5. Klay Thompson- Klay Thompson rounds out the top five, earning a total of $64.2 million, including $21 million from endorsement deals and $43.2 million from his contract.
HIGHEST-PAID NBA PLAYERS 2023-24 (salary+endorsements):
💰 LeBron James- $128M 💰 Stephen Curry- $101.9M 💰 Giannis Antetokounmpo- $90.6M 💰 Kevin Durant- $88.4M 💰 Klay Thompson- $64.2M
The world’s top sports stars’ earnings are following the Olympic motto, getting higher and higher. Records have been broken along the way. The business magazine Forbes, which keeps tabs on the income of the uber-rich, reports a new milestone. For the first time in history, the top ten sports stars on Forbes’ annual ranking earned more than $100 million each—a record-breaking $1.38 billion combined.
Saudi Arabia’s oil wealth has propelled starry earnings to stratospheric levels. Saudi money has vastly enriched sports like soccer and golf and turned their top stars into athletic tycoons. Four of the world’s highest-paid sportsmen (they are all men) on the Forbes list are beholden to the Saudis. Three are soccer stars playing for Saudi clubs, and one is a golfer on LIV Golf.
LIV Golf and the Saudi soccer clubs the superstars play for are all funded by the Saudi sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund (PIF). It has an estimated $925 billion in assets and a majority stake in the English Premier League club, Newcastle United.
But Saudi money is not the only booster thrusting athletic earnings to the stratosphere. Sponsorships and media rights’ fees have also soared.
And America, as always, remains a land of opportunity, with the most enticing financial rewards for those it takes to heart.
Five of the world’s 10 highest-paid athletes make their living in America, including a soccer star. Three are supercagers—basketball stars—and the other is an American football quarterback.
Only one of the world’s 10 highest-paid sportsmen is based in Europe. He is also a soccer star.
Here’s the top 10 list.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo ($260 million)
The 39-year-old Portuguese forward is paid an annual $200 million salary by the Saudi Pro League Club Al Nassr. He is the league’s top goal scorer with 33 goals. He earns an annual $60 million from sponsorships, which include deals with crypto exchange Binance, fitness app Erakulis and Nike,
2. Jon Rahm ($218 million)
The 29-year-old Spanish golfer, who joined LIV Golf in December last year, is estimated to have an annual on-field income of $198 million as a player and an off-field income of $20 million from other sources.
3. Lionel Messi ($135 million)
The 36-year-old Argentinian Lionel Messi has transformed the fortunes of his new club, Inter Miami, now the second most valuable club in Major League Soccer history. His on-field income is estimated to be $65 million and off-field $70 million. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner scored 10 goals in his first nine matches this season. Off the field, he is now sponsored by Lowe’s as well as Adidas, Apple and Konami.
4. $128.2 LeBron James ($128.2 million)
The 39-year-old American LeBron James has delivered star power to the Los Angeles Lakers, but there is speculation about his future as he wants to play with his eldest son, Bronny. He is likely to make his final Olympic appearance in Paris. His on-field income is estimated to be $48.2 million and off-field $80 million. He invested in the golf world’s new commercial venture, PGA Tour Enterprises.
5. Giannis Antetokounmpo ($111 million)
The 29-year-old Greek basketball star is recovering from a calf injury that ended his season with the Milwaukee Bucks. His on-field income is estimated to be $46 million and off-field $65 million. He has a new production company, a partnership with Pepsi, and his sixth signature sneaker with Nike is due to be launched later this year.
6. Kylian Mbappé ($110 million)
The 25-year-old Frenchman is expected to leave Paris Saint-Germain and fulfil his childhood dream by joining Real Madrid next season. His on-field income is estimated to be $90 million and off-field $20 million He formed a production company in 2022, which partnered with the NBA, and has deals with Nike, Hublot, and Oakley, among others.
7. Neymar ($108 million)
The 32-year-old Brazilian joined the Saudi Arabian soccer Al Hilal last year on a lavish pay package loaded with perks, including access to a private jet, a fleet of luxury cars and a fully staffed mansion. But he was injured in a World Cup qualifying match last October, thus ending his club season after just five matches played in the Saudi Pro League and AFC Champions League. But he has new endorsement deals. He has launched a new soccer boot with Puma and partnered with Fun Brands to develop his own line of cocktails and mocktails. He has estimated to have an $80 million on-field income and $20 million off-fiekd income.
8. Karim Benzema ($106 million)
The 38-year-old Frenchman Benzema, who won the Ballon d’Or in 2022, left Real Madrid as a free agent last year and joined Saudi Pro League team Al Ittihad. His first season with Al Ittihad has been plagued by health issues. He is estimated to have a $100 million on-field income and $6 million off-field.
9. Stephen Curry ($102 million)
The 36-year-old American basketballer Stephen Curry leads the NBA with 357 three-pointers this season and earned a place on Team USA’s Olympic roster this summer. He also signed a new deal with Under Armour last year. He is estimated to have a $52 million on-field income and $50 million off-field.
10. Lamar Jackson ($100.5 million)
27-year-old American football quarterback Lamar Jackson is in the top ten thanks to the $72.5 million signing bonus he received with his new Baltimore Ravens contract last year. He is estimated to have a $98.5 million on-field income and $2 million off-field. He owns several businesses, including a soul food restaurant, a production company, a record label, and a clothing line called Era 8.
Basketball is one of the most competitive sports that exists on this planet and to be great in such a highly competitive game you need to change your old normal self and become what others call as being extraordinary. But all the hardships endured by an athlete get definitely paid off when they reach National Basketball Association or NBA.
Starting in 1946 National Basketball Association NBA is easily one of the toughest leagues where athletes possessing great skills and talent go on the toe to toe against each other and contend for the Championship. Players also get their share paid in great amounts. That is why NBA players are on the list of highest-earning sports personalities in the world today.
Top 5 Richest Basketball Players Of All Time
5. Shaquille O’Neal: $400 Million
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This 7-foot giant was once a force to reckon with. Playing his debut season in 1992 Shaq gained popularity because of his skills, giant physic, and insane athleticism. Playing in the National Basketball Association for 19 long seasons Shaq won 4 Rings and was paid good amounts through his contracts and endorsement deals and still continues to extend his Net worth.
4. LeBron James: $440 Million
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All hail to King James. Easily the Greatest or Second Greatest of all times King James is definitely the Greatest of all time in today’s NBA. Getting compared to the GOAT of Sports Michael Jordan even before entering the league this player-defined his hype when he first entered the NBA. James earns through lucrative contracts and his endorsements with big brands like Nike. He has also played a role in the movie Space Jam 2.
3. Magic Johnson: $600 Million
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As the name suggests he was a magician in this sport. Easily the greatest point guard of all time, there is no doubt Magic Johnson doesn’t get a spot on this list. Magic Johnson played for Los Angeles Lakers and won 5 championships and is also the former chairman of the same organization. Magic Johnson is currently an Entrepreneur and has endorsement deals with brands such as Starbucks.
2. Junior Bridgeman : $600 Million
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This name is not famous for his achievements in the sport but definitely for his achievements in his life. Junior Bridgeman retired from NBA (National Basketball Association) in 1987 and started his fast-food franchise Chillis in his hometown. Today he owns more than 160 outlets in the whole country and continues to be an exceptional entrepreneur.
The definition of G.O.A.T is greatest of all time, Michael Jordon is easily the best athlete to ever play in the history of the sport. His competitiveness and hunger for the game made him what he is today. Air Jordan, his endorsement with Nike paved the way for him to become the only billionaire in sports history. With 2 three-peats Michael Jordan will always be the Number 1.
Giannis Antetokounmpo ranks fourth on the list of most marketable athletes.
On the brink of superstardom, the Greek basketball superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has risen to fourth place on SportsPro’s most marketable athletes list, 34 spots higher than his ranking of 38 last year.
In a recent poll of ESPN’s top 100 NBA players, Antekounmpo was chosen as the player with the highest predicted performance for the upcoming season, setting a buzz in the sporting community.
This time, Antekounmpo’s name appeared in the headlines once more as he debuted in the top five of SportsPro’s most marketable athletes.
The Bucks’ 28-year-old center/forward was fourth in the Sportico rankings, trailing only Lionel Messi in first place, LeBron James in second place, and Alex Morgan in third. Of the 10 players on the list, Giannis had the biggest jump, going up by 34 spots.
This news was subsequently shared on X (formerly Twitter) by Harris Stavrou, a Senior Editor at Sport24. In the post, he wrote, “Giannis Antetokounmpo is the 4th most marketable athlete of 2023, with Leo Messi, LeBron James and Alex Morgan in the top-three. The Greek Freak was 38th in @SportsPro’s list a year ago.”
Giannis Antetokounmpo is the 4th most marketbable athlete of 2023, with Leo Messi, LeBron James and Alex Morgan in the top-three. The Greek Freak was 38th in @SportsPro's list a year ago. pic.twitter.com/gdOZDXfPnD
Three years after achieving the feat in 2020, the legendary Argentine soccer player Lionel Messi has reclaimed the top spot on the list.
LeBron James, the all-time leading scorer in the NBA who has won four NBA Championships and two Olympic gold medals, took second place.
Alex Morgan of US Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) is seated in the third spot. The 34-year-old striker is an Olympic gold medalist and a two-time World Cup winner.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, a Greek basketball sensation currently playing for the Milwaukee Bucks, takes the fourth spot.
And, rounding out the top five, fifth place was awarded to Megan Rapinoe of the USWNT, Morgan’s teammate.
The National American basketball team is named after its base in the Milwaukee region. The team is also one of the most successful teams considering the stats and record for the same. The details of the teams are now available on our website. Take a look at Milwaukee Bucks 2022 Salaries, players, Team Caps, And Contracts.
The league is at an early start and the team and playing players are also out. The squad this year is a quiet mixture of many experience and famous players. The list of players selected and contract details are available for the same. The records and stats if changed will be updated on our website.
Milwaukee Bucks 2022 Salaries, Players, Team Caps, And Contracts
The squad of Milwaukee Bucks for the year 2022 is a total of 28 members with a total salary of $162,135,421. The top 3 Quality and expensive player for the team are Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton, and Jrue Holiday. So have a look at the list of players in the squad with the salaries and years of the contract.
SR No.
PLAYER
2021/22
2022/23
2023/24
2024/25
2025/26
1
Giannis Antetokounmpo
$39,344,900
$42,492,492
$45,640,084
$48,787,676
$51,935,268
2
Khris Middleton
$35,500,000
$37,984,276
$40,396,552
$0
$0
3
Jrue Holiday
$32,431,333
$35,025,840
$37,620,347
$40,214,853
$0
4
Brook Lopez
$13,302,325
$13,906,976
$0
$0
$0
5
Serge Ibaka
$9,720,900
$0
$0
$0
$0
6
Pat Connaughton
$5,333,334
$5,728,393
$0
$0
$0
7
Bobby Portis
$4,347,600
$4,564,980
$0
$0
$0
8
Grayson Allen
$4,054,695
$9,350,000
$9,350,000
$0
$0
9
George Hill
$4,000,000
$4,000,000
$0
$0
$0
10
Jon Leuer
$3,169,348
$0
$0
$0
$0
11
Wesley Matthews
$1,958,495
$0
$0
$0
$0
12
Larry Sanders
$1,865,546
$0
$0
$0
$0
13
Thanasis Antetokounmpo
$1,729,217
$1,878,720
$0
$0
$0
14
Jordan Nwora
$1,517,981
$0
$0
$0
$0
15
DeMarcus Cousins
$900,283
$0
$0
$0
$0
16
DeAndre Bembry
$601,867
$0
$0
$0
$0
17
Georgios Kalaitzakis
$462,629
$0
$0
$0
$0
18
Sandro Mamukelashvili
$462,629
$1,576,305
$0
$0
$0
19
Jevon Carter
$457,149
$0
$0
$0
$0
20
Lindell Wigginton
$233,973
$0
$0
$0
$0
21
Greg Monroe
$138,019
$0
$0
$0
$0
22
Langston Galloway
$128,709
$0
$0
$0
$0
23
Ja’Vonte Smart
$119,645
$0
$0
$0
$0
24
Luke Kornet
$102,831
$0
$0
$0
$0
25
Justin Robinson
$74,093
$0
$0
$0
$0
26
Javin DeLaurier
$53,176
$0
$0
$0
$0
27
Jeff Dowtin
$53,176
$0
$0
$0
$0
28
Luca Vildoza
$42,789
$1,563,518
$0
$0
$0
29
Rayjon Tucker
$28,779
$1,815,677
$1,968,182
$0
$0
TOTALS
$162,135,421
$156,747,354
$134,975,165
$89,002,529
$51,935,268
Boston Celtics 2022 Salaries, Players, Team Caps, And Contracts
National Basketball Association is a basketball tournament that started on June 6, 1946. 30 teams participate in the league currently, which includes 29 teams from the United States and 1 team from Canada. NBA is one of the most famous Sporting leagues in the World. It is the premier Men’s Basketball League in the Word. Boston Celtics are one of the Most Successful Teams with 17 titles to their name.
Boston Celtics are a Professional Basketball Team based in Boston. The team was formed in 1946 and competes in the Eastern Conference. The team plays its home matches in TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. They are one of the two most successful teams in the NBA having won the title a record 17 times. Let’s have a look at the Boston Celtics 2022 Salaries, players, Team Caps, And Contracts.
Team
Boston Celtics
Founded
1946
Arena
TD Garden
Owners
Boston Basketball Partners
Conference
Eastern
Boston Celtics 2022 Salaries
Boston Celtics are one the of strongest teams in the NBA and players are paid a hefty amount to play for the team. The Celtics have a Massive Team payroll of $138,096,726 for the year 2021-22. With this amount, Boston Celtics stand at 11th place for their Team Payroll. Below are the complete Salaries of all the Boston Celtics Players.
Player
Salary
Jayson Tatum
$28,103,500
Al Horford
$27,000,000
Jaylen Brown
$26,758,928
Derrick White
$15,678,571
Marcus Smart
$14,339,285
Daniel Theis
$8,280,351
Robert Williams
$3,661,976
Aaron Nesmith
$3,631,200
Grant Williams
$2,617,800
Payton Pritchard
$2,137,440
Jabari Parker
$1,168,286
Guerschon Yabusele
$1,039,080
Sam Hauser
$619,498
Luke Kornet
$606,702
Brodric Thomas
$462,629
Nik Stauskas
$423,536
Malik Fitts
$402,218
Kelan Martin
$191,860
Al-Farouq Aminu
$151,821
Joe Johnson
$151,821
C J Miles
$151,821
Juwan Morgan
$115,116
Matt Ryan
$111,669
Justin Jackson
$102,831
Norvel Peller
$95,930
Demetrius Jackson
$92,857
Boston Celtics 2022 Contracts
Only a few players are left with Contract to further play with the Boston Celtics. Below is the complete list of Players who have their contracts left with the Boston Celtics.
