10 highest paid NBA players this season

Forbes magazine has released one of the most sickening rankings of the season. The magazine, which specializes in these types of issues, has created a list of the top 10 NBA players who will make the most money in the 2023-24 season.

However, it is not just the player’s publicly disclosed annual salary that must be considered. Although only two players will reach the $100 million mark this season, there are many players whose finances are well-stocked through sponsorship deals.

Nikola Jokic

54.6 million (47.6 + 7)

The Nuggets star will make $47.6 million this season from the reigning NBA champions. Despite being a global star, he earns only 7 million yen in sponsorship fees…that amount will skyrocket once he signs a new contract with Nike, which recently expired.

paul george

54.6 million (45.6 + 9)

The Clippers star’s many collaborations with companies in the video game space will add to his already large salary.

jimmy butler

55.2 million (45.2 + 10)

In addition to being the leader of the Miami Heat, Butler runs a coffee company called Big Face, which is one of his big passions that he has already shown in the Orlando bubble.

james harden

57.6 million (35.6 + 22)

To this day, Sixers players remain some of the most important players for brands to sell products to.

joel embiid

57.6 million (47.6 + 10)

The NBA MVP has stakes in several financial ventures, including a recording studio and a clothing brand.

klay thompson

61.2 million (43.2 + 18)

The “Splash Brothers” have up to 11 long-term contracts in various activities, including Chinese footwear brand Anta, Kaiser Permanente Healthcare Network and Tissot watches.

Damian Lillard

63.6 million (45.6 + 18)

Adidas, Bose and Modelo are just some of the brands collaborating with the Bucks’ new star.Plus, Lillard is making money with his rapper alter ego Dame Dolla

Giannis Antetokounmpo

85.6 million (45.6 + 40)

The other half of “Freak Time” is already close to triple digits, even against Lillard. Antetokounmpo and his three brothers formed a company called Antetokounmpo to oversee investments and operations, including Antetokounmpo’s stores and his stake in Major League Soccer’s Nashville SC.

kevin durant

91.4 million (46.6 + 45)

Durant, 35, is preparing for his first full season with the Suns during the best financial years of his life. KD agreed to a lifetime partnership with Nike and received many endorsements, including his likeness appearing in the Call of Duty video game.

steph curry

101.9 million (51.9 + 50)

In addition to an annual salary of more than $50 million, a historic figure for the sport, and $75 million in stock, Curry signed a new contract with Under Armor that runs through his retirement.

lebron james

117.6 million (47.6 + 70)

He may not be the best anymore, but he’s still the king.LeBron James will be the highest-paid player this season, and that’s thanks to his many advertising deals and investments