Basketball’s global market value is expected to reach $90 billion by 2023, according to projections. This should come as no surprise given that NBA players, the highest level of basketball in the United States, are among the wealthiest athletes in the world.
Before delving into specific players, it’s worth remembering that the NBA generated more than $10 billion in revenue during the 2022-23 season. On average, each group in the organization earned roughly 209 million US dollars each year. These statistics demonstrate that the NBA is one of the most profitable sports in the world.
Even those who are unfamiliar with the NBA recognize Michael Jordan as one of the most recognized athletes in history. It’s easy to see why the NBA website calls him “the greatest basketball player of all time.” Jordan spent 15 seasons in the NBA, doing incredible things with the Chicago Bulls, including six championships.
Michael Jordan’s net worth in 2023 will be $3 billion, making him the richest NBA player in the world. He is also a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame and has won two gold medals for the United States of America in the Olympics.
Here are the top ten richest NBA players in the world 2023
1. Michael Jordan – $3 billion
2. LeBron James – $1 billion
3. Magic Johnson – $630 million
4. Junior Bridgeman – $620 million
5. Shaquille O’Neal – $450 million
6. Vinnie Johnson – $420 million
7. Kevin Durant – $320 million
8. Hakeem Olajuwon – $310 million
9. John Wall – $300 million
10. Grant Hill – $260 million