NBA Facts: Who Are the Highest-Paid NBA Players Of All Time?

Published on 10/20/2021
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GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO – $60 MILLION

Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Greek NBA superstar, was picked by the Milwaukee Bucks in 2013 and presently plays as a small forward for the team. According to Forbes, Antetokounmpo earned approximately $20 million in endorsements for the 2019-2020 season, while earning a salary of $25.8 million in that same season. In accordance with Celebrity Net Worth, the Greek Freak’s personal net worth is projected to be $60 million dollars. He has endorsement partnerships with companies such as Nike, Hulu, T-Mobile, 2K Sports, and JBL. Nike even released its very own trademark collection in the first quarter of 2019. Antetokounmpo is one of the NBA’s most exciting prospects, especially after earning his second MVP award and Defensive Player of the Year in 2020.

GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO – $60 MILLION

GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO – $60 MILLION

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DAMIAN LILLARD – $70 MILLION

Damian Lillard, the star point guard for the Portland Trail Blazers, first played in the NBA in 2012. The only other player in team history to have appeared in five NBA All-Star games is Clyde Drexler, who has also appeared in five. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Damian’s personal net worth is believed to be in the range of $70 million. For the 2024-2025 season, the former Rookie of the Year received a franchise SuperMax contract extension from the Portland Trail Blazers, which provides him with an average salary of 40 million dollars. Damian has a $54.3 million option in the contract’s final year, which he can exercise. He also has endorsement agreements with companies like Panini, Adidas, and Hulu.

DAMIAN LILLARD – $70 MILLION

DAMIAN LILLARD – $70 MILLION

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