Revealing the incredible income billionaire LeBron James receives from each Instagram post, compared to Brock Purdy’s NFL salary of only $19,000 less
For nearly 21 years, LeBron James has been one of the most renowned players in the NBA.
Through 10 trips to the finals, securing 4 championships, and becoming the all-time leading scorer, he has garnered global attention like no other.
Beyond his on-court achievements, LeBron has shifted his marvel in off-court endeavors, including his production house, cameo appearances, and various businesses.
This has firmly placed LeBron James at the pinnacle of the world’s highest-earning players, surpassing every active NBA player.
via Imago
However, while the NBA’s rage in the country has paved the way for James, players from the Football world are yet to taste a similar glory. With no such player on the global list, it highlights the significant pay gap between the two sports, despite both being giants in America.
LeBron James earns similar to Brock Purdy through Instagram
In a recent list assessing earnings through Instagram posts, the absence of a football player in the top 100 wasn’t surprising.
However, a noteworthy detail stood out. According to the list, LeBron James commands a staggering $851,000 per Instagram post. Astonishingly, this is only $19,000 less than the 2023 earnings of NFL’s San Francisco 49ers quarterback, Brock Purdy ($870000).
USA Today via Reuters
Brock Purdy is currently under a four-year, $3,737,008 million contract, an amount that falls short of what LeBron James earns from less than five Instagram posts. Furthermore, the narrative underscores the notion of Purdy being amongst the lowest-paid quarterbacks in the league, despite having ample talents to demand more.
Selected as the last pick in the 2022 Draft, Purdy has already garnered predictions of greatness due to his impressive skills. Notably, even Aaron Rodgers has declared himself a fan, recognizing Purdy’s performances. While Purdy has yet to fully showcase his potential, the league is already trailing to justify his paycheck.
This sentiment was amplified when Purdy revealed that he currently shares a living space with a roommate in San Francisco, despite playing for one of the top teams in the NFL. Although this situation may change soon as he is set to get married, the notion continues to raise eyebrows.
How did LeBron become the NBA’s first billionaire?
According to Forbes, LeBron James boasts over $500 million in cash and various investments, alongside $80 million in a real estate portfolio. Throughout his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers, James accumulated more than $400 million. Moreover, he then signed a two-year, $97 million extension with the Lakers.
While his NBA journey already made him the highest-paid NBA player, LeBron’s financial success extends beyond the court. He has garnered hundreds of millions through partnerships with global giants like Nike (lifetime deal), including PepsiCo. and Walmart.
Additionally, being a savvy investor, he holds stakes in several brands. Some of the most lucrative include Beats by Dre, Blaze Pizza, SpringHill Company, and the Fenway Sports Group.
