LeBron James Net Worth 2025: Income, Endorsements, Cars, Wages, Property, Affairs, Family

Full Name	LeBron Raymone James Sr.
Nick Name	King James
Born	30 December 1984 (age 40 years)
Birth Place	Akron, Ohio, United States
Profession	Professional Basketball Player
Income & Salary	$133.7 million
Total Net Worth	$1.2 Billion

LeBron James’ net worth is approximately $1.2 billion. LeBron is not only the one of greatest Basketball players of all time but is one of the biggest global icons in the world of sports. James has achieved almost everything on and off the field. He is one of the richest athletes and first active NBA player to become a billionaire but he had to face some darker days in his early childhood. He began his basketball journey in high school, where he gained national attention at St. Vincent – St. Mary High School. LeBron entered the NBA as the overall pickup of the 2003 draft, selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers. 

Known for his exceptional versatility, athleticism, and basketball IQ, LeBron has made many great things happen throughout his career. He won multiple NBA championships, collected MVP awards, and made many All-Star selections. Off the court, he’s a philanthropist and businessman, founding the LeBron James Family Foundation to focus on education-related initiatives and other charitable endeavours.

LeBron’s influence goes beyond basketball. He is also a social justice advocate, producer, and cultural icon. His impact on sports and society makes him a legend in modern history. 

There has always been a debate between Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Michael Jordan for the greatest player of all time and this debate will go on for ages but we will look at his achievements outside the Basketball court where he found even heights and is arguably the richest athlete of the current era.

Personal Life and Family of LeBron James

Father	Anthony McClelland
Mother	Gloria Marie James
Wife	Savannah James (m. 2013)
Sons	Bronny and Bryce
Daughters	Zhuri Nova
First NBA Pick	In 2003 by Cleveland Cavaliers
Position	Small forward/Power Forward
Height	6’9
High School	St. Vincent–St. Mary
Current Team	Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James, born December 30, 1984, in Akron, Ohio, USA, is a professional basketball player in the American National Basketball Association (NBA) who has been considered as one of the greatest all-around players of all time and who won NBA championships with the Miami Heat in the years 2012 and 2013, the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016, and the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020. In 2023, he became the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, breaking the record (38,387) previously held by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. His dominance continued when in 2024, he recorded his 40,000-point scored.

A basketball prodigy known locally since elementary school, James was Ohio’s Mr. Basketball (high-school player of the year) three times while leading Akron’s St. Vincent–St. Mary High School to three Ohio state championships in his four years on the team. He became a national media sensation in his junior year after appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated, where the magazine billed him as “The Chosen One.” James was the consensus national high-school player of the year in his senior season, and the Cleveland Cavaliers selected him with the first overall selection of the 2003 NBA draft. He also signed an unprecedented $90 million endorsement contract with the Nike shoe company before he ever played a professional game.

LeBron James Wife

LeBron James’s wife is Savannah James, whom he has been dating since high school.

The pair, who originate from Akron, Ohio, have been married since 2013 and have three children: LeBron “Bronny” James Jr., Bryce Maximus and Zhuri Nova.

As LeBron’s NBA career has skyrocketed through the years, the basketball legend — known by fans as King James — has made it abundantly clear that he’d be “absolutely nothing” without his queen in his corner. In July of 2023, LeBron honoured his wife at the ESPYs as he grabbed the award for the best record-breaking performance, with LeBron becoming the all-time leading NBA scorer, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. As for his wife, “For our family, no one sacrificed more and more has hard work had more to sacrifice and support that’s this family more than you, I appreciate it and love you”.

Net Worth of LeBron James

NBA All-Star LeBron James’s net worth is $1.2 billion. In 2022, Forbes reported that James became the first active NBA player to become a billionaire. The first billionaire in the NBA was the legendary athlete Michael Jordan, who became a billionaire in 2014, 10 years after retiring from the NBA.

Along with his glorious basketball career, which earned him millions, James is an intelligent investor who has made millions from endorsement deals, a sports group that owns the Boston Red Sox, and a long list of real estate holdings.

According to reports, James earned over $479 million in his twenty years playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers. In 2024, he signed a two-year contract worth $101.35 million with the Lakers.

LeBron James Source of Income

LeBron James Salary

The Los Angeles Lakers signed LeBron James to a two-year, $101,355,998 deal with a full guarantee of $101,355,998. His average annual salary is $50,677,999. In the 2024-25 season, James’s base salary is $48,728,845, with a cap hit of $48,728,845 and a dead cap value of $48,728,845.

LeBron James Endorsement

James is among the highest-paid endorsers and currently earns more than any other player in the NBA from endorsement deals with Nike, Coca-Cola, and Samsung. He just inked a lifetime deal with Nike, valued at around $1 billion. Below is all LeBron James, among the highest-paid endorsers and currently earns more than any other player in the NBA from endorsement deals like Nike, Coca-Cola, and Samsung’s past and present endorsements:

• Nike
• McDonald’s
• Blaze Pizza
• Beats Electronics
• Sprite
• Upper Deck
• State Farm Insurance
• Audemars Piguet
• Dunkin’ Donuts
• Samsung
• Kia
• Verizon
• Intel
• Louis Vuitton
• Fantaics
• LIFEWTR
• Draft Kings

LeBron James Investments

Earning millions is insufficient; wise investments decide if the dollars earned will be retained. Similarly, several other athletes, even LeBron James, made huge investments with their millions. 

Springhill Entertainment

SpringHill Entertainment is a production company founded by LeBron and his business partner Maverick Carter. The Springfield Entertainment production house has produced films, documentaries, and television shows.

Blaze Pizza

When it became LeBron’s investment choice in 2012, Blaze Pizza was just a pizza start-up. So much did LeBron believe in Blaze Pizza that he turned down a $15 million extension offer from McDonald’s and went all-in with Blaze Pizza. As of 2020, LeBron owns an equity stake in the company, approximately $40 million.

Liverpool F.C.

It might come as a surprise, but LeBron owns a percentage of the equity of a soccer team. Mind you, it is not just some soccer team. It is Liverpool F.C. – one of the biggest names in English football. While it’s always been his dream to own an NBA team, LeBron bought a 2% equity stake in Liverpool F.C. from the club’s majority owners, the Fenway Sports Group (who also own the Red Sox), in 2011. Liverpool won the UEFA Champions League tournament in 2019, and LeBron’s stake is worth at least $40 million.

LeBron James Car Collection

LeBron James owns luxury cars from all the top car manufacturing companies, such as Chevrolet, Bentley, Dodge, Ferrari, Kia, Lamborghini, Mercedes, Maybach, Porsche, and Rolls Royce. LeBron James has a humongous car collection. However, he did not purchase all of them, as most of them were given to him by his sponsors. The car collection owned by James is worth millions of U.S. dollars. Some of the cars owned by LeBron James are:

• 1975 Chevy Impala
• Bentley Continental GT
• 2010 Chevy Camaro SS
• Dodge Challenger SRT
• Ferrari 599
• Ferrari F430 Spider
• Ferrari 458 Spider
• 2015 Kia K900
• Lamborghini Aventador Roadster
• Mercedes-Benz Maybach 57 S
• 2018 Maybach S650
• Porsche 911 Turbo S
• Rolls-Royce Phantom

LeBron James House

LeBron James purchased his new, 15,836-square-foot house in 2017. The mansion is located in LA, where LeBron plays for the Lakers. It has eight bedrooms, a huge walk-in closet, 11 bathrooms, and a private patio. Fans can see LeBron James’ house in his Instagram videos. In addition to his LA home, James owns another property in Brentwood.

LeBron James Stats

Category	Regular Season	Playoffs
Games Played	1,524	266
Points Per Game	27.1	28.7
Rebounds Per Game	7.5	9
Assists Per Game	7.4	7.2
Field Goal %	50.60%	49.50%
3-Point %	34.90%	33.50%
Free Throw %	73.60%	74.30%
Total Points	38,652+	7,631+
Triple-Doubles	107	28

LeBron James Achievements

• NBA scoring leader: In 2023, James became the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s record. 
  
• NBA Finals MVP: James has won the NBA Finals MVP award four times, in 2013, 2016, 2020, and 2021. 
  
• NBA Rookie of the Year: James was named the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2004. 
  
• Olympic medals: James has won three Olympic gold medals with the US national basketball team in 2008, 2012, and 2024, and one bronze medal in 2004. 
  
• FIBA World Championship: James won first place in the 2006 and 2007 FIBA Americas Championships. 
  
• All-Star Game MVP: James is one of only two players to win the All-Star Game MVP award in their final season. 
  
• Consecutive games with at least 10 points: James has scored at least 10 points in 1,253 straight games, breaking Michael Jordan’s record. 
  
• First active NBA player to become a billionaire: James became the first active NBA player to become a billionaire in 2023.

LeBron James Controversy

Here’s a brief summary of the major LeBron James controversies:

1. “The Decision” (2010): Announced his move from Cleveland to Miami on national TV, leading to backlash and feelings of betrayal in Cleveland.
   
2. Flopping and Complaints: Accused of exaggerating contact for fouls and frequently arguing with referees, leading to criticism of his behavior on the court.
   
3. Political Activism: Criticized for outspoken views on social justice, Black Lives Matter, and police brutality. Some feel he should stay out of politics, while others praise his activism.
   
4. China Controversy (2019): Criticized for downplaying the Hong Kong protests in response to NBA’s relationship with China, seen as prioritizing business over human rights.
   
5. Kyrie Irving Feud: Tension with former teammate Kyrie Irving, who wanted to step out of LeBron’s shadow, leading to public fallout and complex relationship discussions.
   
6. Kobe Bryant’s Death: Paid tribute to Kobe after his death, but some felt LeBron’s comments at the time seemed self-promotional or overshadowed mourning.
   
7. Family and Personal Issues: His mother’s legal troubles and intense media focus on his son, Bronny, have occasionally sparked controversy.
   
8. NBA Bubble and Social Justice: Played in the 2020 NBA Bubble while supporting social justice, facing criticism for mixing activism with the business of basketball.
   
9. “I Am More Than an Athlete” Campaign: Praised for advocating mental health but criticized for potentially using the movement to boost his own brand.
   
10. Team Switching: His multiple team changes (Cleveland → Miami → Cleveland → LA) have led to questions about his loyalty to franchises, compared to other legends like Kobe.

These controversies have shaped his public persona, with a mix of admiration and criticism.

Unknown Facts about LeBron James

• LeBron James has never met his biological father.
• “King James” nickname started from his high school days.
• He broke his wrist in high school which nearly ended his career.
• He regularly visits his old neighborhood where he grew up.
• He was diagnosed with a tumor in 2009.
• He also enjoyed success in football in his early phase.
• LeBron James is a huge fan of Barack Obama.
• LeBron James left a $12 million Endorsement deal with McDonalds to invest in his own food outlet company.
• He is part co-owner in Liverpool FC
• James shoots with right hand but is left handed naturally.

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