Rare: Three NBA Players Earn $50M+ Without Losses for Owners.

Reman777

"The NBA currently has over 400 players, and while salaries for all NBA players are generally high, with some earning up to $40 million per year, there's a significant threshold in the NBA - players who earn $50 million or more annually are quite rare. Achieving this level of salary is a rarity because very few players possess the ability to reach it, and not all talented players who earn $50 million a year can make their team profitable. There are only three such players!

1. Kevin Durant:

Firstly, it's surprising how strong Kevin Durant remains even after a major injury. Many athletes experience a decline in performance after a significant injury, but Durant still manages to average over 30 points per game, which is truly remarkable. Besides his on-court ability, Durant's popularity skyrocketed when he was one of the key players leading the Golden State Warriors to consecutive championships. He remains one of the most popular NBA players today. His skill alone justifies a $40 million salary, but his off-court influence is enormous. Now that he's with the Phoenix Suns, his leadership and influence will likely make his $50 million salary a worthwhile investment.

2. Stephen Curry:

As the face of the Golden State Warriors, Stephen Curry's importance to the team is immeasurable. He has led the Warriors to four NBA championships, and his influence in the NBA is unparalleled. Under Curry's leadership, the Warriors set records for ticket prices, with an average ticket price at the Chase Center averaging $3,249, which is significantly higher than previous NBA Finals ticket averages, which had never exceeded $2,300. These impacts are largely attributed to Curry, and combined with his commercial endorsements, Curry easily generates hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue for the Warriors each year. Therefore, his $50 million salary is a guaranteed return on investment for the team.

3. LeBron James:

LeBron James, who recently became the all-time leading scorer in NBA history, has seen his commercial value soar. Although his abilities may not be at the same elite level as before due to age, they are still top-tier. Moreover, his unparalleled popularity and commercial value make every move he makes a profitable venture for sponsors. So, a $50 million annual salary is certainly a moneymaker. In fact, LeBron's name itself is a brand, and the Los Angeles Lakers have profited handsomely from his association. The Lakers are even actively preparing for LeBron's retirement tour, which will bring another wave of financial opportunities. The Lakers are undoubtedly willing to pay him his $50 million salary."

Paulomiiiii

These three are indeed amazing, but LeBron is already 39, while Durant and Curry are both 35, so they're all approaching retirement age.

Sona59

I knew LeBron James would be there; this time they placed him last.

Ritu13

The owner losing money is definitely not the fault of any one player, right?

977Iti

NBA players' annual salaries are truly staggering, aren't they?

Iti911

In competitive sports, the ultimate determining factor for business value is still the dominance of one's skills!

Samiksha

LBJ will become the owner of NBA team sooner or later.