NBA player LeBron James becomes billionaire
It was reported Thursday that LeBron James is now worth $1 billion.
June 2, 2022Updated: June 2, 2022
By News Channel Nebraska
By News Channel NebraskaA huge financial milestone for LeBron James was reported Thursday.
He is reportedly the first current NBA player to become a billionaire.
Forbes reported the 37-year-old Los Angeles Lakers superstar now has a net worth of $1 billion.
According to the magazine, James is already the league's highest-paid active player.
James has brought in upwards of $900 million from endorsements and other business ventures.
He made over $121 million last year alone.
Before him, basketball legend Michael Jordan was the only other NBA player to hit ten figures, but he did not become a billionaire until after he retired.