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LeBron James Cements His Billionaire Status With Record Contract

Basketball star signed two-year, $104 million deal with Lakers
He’s now worth $1.5 billion including next season’s salary

LeBron James handles the ball during game five of the Western Conference Playoffs against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, on April 29. — LeBron James handles the ball during game five of the Western Conference Playoffs against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, on April 29.Photographer: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images

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By Vernal Galpotthawela

July 3, 2024 at 6:10 PM UTC

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LeBron James has long made clear his aspirations to cement his billionaire status by owning an NBA franchise.

But, for now, the 39-year-old still ranks among the league’s superstars, and is raking in a record-breaking amount on the court instead.