NBA Shoes: 5 Biggest sneaker deals in NBA history

Kobe Bryant at the 2019 US Open
Kobe Bryant at the 2019 US Open

#2 LeBron James (Nike)

Indiana Pacers v Los Angeles Lakers
Indiana Pacers v Los Angeles Lakers

One of the greatest players of all time, The King, LeBron James holds the second-highest earning deal, owing to his alliance with Nike. James has dominated both on and off the court, from leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a championship title, to opening an elementary school in Ohio for underprivileged kids. His first shoes came out in 2003 and have evolved dramatically since then.

It's unclear what shoes were the most popular, but a favorite would have been the LeBron X's which were released in 2013. LeBron shoes are definitely a fan favorite of sneakerheads and basketball players around the league, including Kevin Durant and Draymond Green. With his sneaker deal, LeBron has made $32 million, according to Forbes.

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Edited by Prasen Moudgal
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