Tracking LeBron James' contract signings figures worth $431.85 million since he came to the league

LeBron James entered his 20th NBA season this year. Throughout the entirety of his career, James has played for three teams. He spent his developmental days with the Cleveland Cavaliers, then took his talents to South Beach with the Miami Heat, and is now playing for the LA Lakers. Despite moving to different teams, King James was always the superstar of whichever squad he was on.

With that in mind, LeBron James has seen some insane contract figures in his career. James has always played at an elite level, awarding him with a big bank. His net worth as of 2022 now stands at $1.2 Billion, which all came from endorsements, investments, and other off-the-court ventures. But a huge reason for James' net worth is his NBA salary.

Let's take a look at all of LeBron James' contract signings in his NBA career.

Looking at all of LeBron James' NBA contracts

LeBron James is one of the most decorated superstars in NBA history. He's a four-time NBA Champion, a four-time Finals MVP, a four-time league MVP, an 18-time All-Star, has 18 All-NBA selections, and was the Rookie of the Year in 2004. Having earned all those accolades, King James is definitely a player worth lots of money.

During his rookie year, James signed a four-year contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers worth $18.78 million. The Cavs were lucky to have drafted a superstar of his caliber and initially paid him a minimal amount. However, it's only natural that Cleveland had to pay him the amount he really deserved. James signed another four-year deal with the Cavs worth $60.38 million before leaving his hometown.

On July 8, 2010, LeBron James was on ESPN's hot seat special called "The Decision". This was one of the most controversial moments in the sport as the hometown hero James decided to take his talents to South Beach. Now a villain in everyone's eyes, he joined his buddy Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh and formed a big three.

Suiting up for the Miami Heat from 2010-2014, James signed a four-year contract worth $64 million. Miami got their money's worth paying King James as they won two back-to-back NBA titles in their four-year run with the squad. After finally getting a taste of the championship gold, James decided to go home and give Cleveland the title that they deserved.

During his second run with the Cavs from 2014-2018, James signed two contracts with a total worth of $74.61 million. The kid from Akron ultimately delivered on his promise to win the illustrious NBA title. LeBron James finally ended Cleveland's championship drought.

James is currently playing with the LA Lakers. He initially signed a four-year contract worth $153.31 million. King James signed a contract extension with the squad last season and is now expected to earn a total of $85.65 million for playing two more seasons.