Lebron James Net Worth, Source of Income, Earnings, Professional & Personal Life

LeBron Raymone James is famous for the nickname “King James” an American professional basketball player who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers. He started playing this game for St. Vincent- St. Mary High School in Akron, Ohio. James made his pro debut when he was selected by Cleveland in the 2003 NBA draft. He is the only player in NBA history to have won the NBA championship for 3 different teams: Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Lakers.

In his 18 years of career, he has competed in 10 NBA finals, out of which 8 were consecutive appearances in the finals for the Miami Heat and Cavaliers. He has won all kinds of awards and has taken the game to a new level. Besides all the fame and glory, his net worth is around $850 million. He also earns approximately $40 million as a salary from the NBA and a whopping $55 million from various endorsements.

What Is Lebron James’s Net Worth?

LeBron James Biography & Wiki

LeBron James was born on 30th December 1984 to Gloria Marie James in Akron, Ohio. He had a tough upbringing because his father had an extensive criminal record and because of that he had no involvement from him. Further his mother was only 16 at the time of his birth and due to this, they had to move from one apartment to another.

Frank Walker was the one who pushed him into basketball and then he. started playing Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) representing Northeast Ohio Shooting Stars and even led the team to great success. He averaged 21 points in furtherance to 6 rebounds per game in his High School. He was also featured in some magazines for his outstanding performance at such a young age.

LeBron James Wife  & Personal Life

LeBron James married his long-time girlfriend and high school sweetheart Savannah Brinson on the 14th of September, 2013 in San Diego, California. They also have 3 children with 2 sons named Bronny born in 2004 and Bryce born in 2007 and a daughter Zhuri born in 2014.

James takes his health very seriously and spends around $1.5 million every year for his chefs and trainers, this also includes his physical recovery therapies.

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Lebron James Earnings & Source of Income 

It is estimated that James made roughly $450 million in the first decade in professional basketball itself. As of now, Lebron James is a member of the Lakers with an approximate salary of $95.4 million for 2021 itself. His contract with the Los Angeles Lakers lasts till 2023 and by then he would have earned approximately $ 428 million as his NBA salary. When it comes to endorsements, he has partnered with some of the most famous brands of the world like Nike, Beats Electronics, Coca-Cola, Dunkin Donuts, Baskin Robbins, and many more.

 He also has his own entertainment company by the name of SpringHill Entertainment Company worth around $300 million with more than 54 producing credits to its name with his childhood friend and business partner Maverick Carter. Some of the most famous works amongst these are Ballers, More than an Athlete; HBO’s the shop and many more.

By July 2021, LeBron James had become the first active player in NBA history to top $1 billion. Besides this, he has a massive mansion in Brentwood, Los Angeles worth $20.5 million. He also owns a 30000 square feet mansion featuring a theater, bowling alley, aquarium, and barbershop.

Lebron James Career & Facts

LeBron James has been one of the most hyped players in the history of the NBA. As his career stands he has broken all sorts of records and these records will be difficult to break even for the best in the times to come. Here are some career facts from his illustrious career:

• James has been named 17 all NBA teams, out of which 13 times he was included in the first team. 
• He has 4 MVP awards. To add to this glory he is only the 2nd player in the history of the NBA to have won 4 finals MVP awards.
• In his career of 18 years till now, he has won 4 NBA Championships and 2 Olympic gold medals in Beijing (2008) and London (2012) accompanied by a Bronze medal at Athens (2004) representing the United States.
• Off the court, he has won 2 sports Emmy Awards as an executive producer and has hosted ESPY Awards and Saturday Night Live winning 19 ESPY awards himself.

FAQs About Lebron James:

• What jersey number does Lebron James wear?

 James wears Jersey number 6 for the Lakers despite starting with number 23 in his professional career.

• Why does he not wear jersey number 23?

Even though James started with the number 23 as his jersey number but when he moved to Miami Heat, he changed his jersey number to number 6 because the Miami Heat team had retired number 23 in honor of Michael Jordan.

• What are the nicknames of Lebron James?

He is known for many nicknames but he prefers “King James”

• Does LeBron James have tattoos?

Yes, he has a total of 24 tattoos all over his body and his favorite one is the “Chosen 1” on his back.

• Who is LeBron James’s idol?

James’s childhood idol is Michael Jordan and that is the reason he started playing with jersey number 23 just like Michael Jordan.

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