From a business standpoint, the NBA is better than ever, and its biggest stars are reaping the benefits. With the latest collective bargaining agreements increasing salaries year after year, most of the highest-paid players in NBA history are still active.
LeBron James topped the list for most guaranteed money in NBA history until Kevin Durant agreed to a two-year, $90 million extension with the Houston Rockets. Durant is No. 1 for now, but he’ll lose that spot as soon as LeBron signs a new deal (if he does). Either way, his reign won’t last long, with stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo likely to sign max deals deep into their 30s.
Here you can find the Top 50 NBA players in terms of committed salary, career earnings, and upcoming guaranteed salary.
All-time most guaranteed salary
Most salary earned until 2024-25
Most future salary guaranteed
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: The highest-paid players in NBA history
Reporting by Alberto De Roa, Hoops Hype / Hoops Hype
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