What is LeBron James' net worth?

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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has built a business empire since entering the league in 2003.

James, 35, is among the highest-earning players in NBA history. He earned a record $92 million in the 12 months prior to October 2019, including $55 million from endorsement deals, according to Forbes.

Endorsements

A 16-time NBA All-Star selection, James has a diverse portfolio of endorsement deals. He is one of the few athletes ever to receive a lifetime contract from Nike. The deal is worth $1 billion over its term, according to multiple reports.

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Aside from his Nike deal, James has endorsements with many companies and brands including Coca-Cola’s Sprite, Walmart, Kia Motors and Beats headphones.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James celebrates a basket during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019, in Denver. The Lakers won 105-96. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Basketball star

James’ exploits on the court have also yielded massive earnings in salary. He has been paid more than $300 million so far and he has more than $80 million remaining on his contract with the Lakers, according to Spotrac.

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Businesses

James has invested a sizable portion of his earnings in business pursuits. He owns 19 Blaze Pizza franchises, a minority ownership stake in English soccer club Liverpool, production company SpringHill Entertainment and media brand Uninterrupted.

Memphis Grizzlies' Kyle Anderson (1) defends Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James (23) in the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Karen Pulfer Focht)

Movies

SpringHill Entertainment is producing a sequel to "Space Jam," the 1996 film that starred NBA legend Michael Jordan. James is set to play the leading role.

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Net worth

By age 33, James earned more than $765 million from his business interests, according to ESPN. In 2018, Forbes estimated James' net worth at $450 million.

James is a three-time NBA champion, winning titles as a member of the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013 and with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016. He has won NBA most valuable player honors four times.

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