Rich Paul: Top 5 current NBA players represented by the star agent

#1 LeBron James

James joined hands with Paul in 2012

LeBron James is the biggest NBA star in the world. So, it only makes sense that he is Rich Paul's biggest client.

James started his NBA career in 2003 when the Cleveland Cavaliers drafted him with the first pick of the draft. The high-school phenom (and hometown kid) came to Cleveland and instantly made an impact. In his first season, James averaged 20.9 points, 5.9 assists, and 5.5 rebounds. He won Rookie of the Year while competing against draftmates such as Carmelo Anthony and Dwyane Wade. James put the league on notice as he led the Cleveland Cavaliers for seven years.

Then, James left the Cavaliers in 2010 and joined his friend, former rival, and draftmate Dwyane Wade. The pair were also joined by center Chris Bosh who was also a member of the 2003 draft class. The trio went on to win two championships in four seasons.

After playing with the Heat, James returned to the Cavs in 2014. He led the Cavs to their first-ever championship in 2016 and helped them get to the Finals for four straight seasons.

Last season, James joined the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year deal. His season consisted of ups and downs as the Lakers struggled. James also dealt with a groin injury. Now, James and the Lakers are contenders as they acquired Anthony Davis earlier this summer. So, James is right back in the playoff picture after missing them last season.

Rich Paul became James' agent in 2012 after James left his previous agent (Leon Rose) earlier that year.

James and Paul were friends before they joined forces. They met when a teenage James bought a jersey from Paul at an airport. They kept in touch, and Paul became one of James' closest friends. Since then, Paul started Klutch Sports and manages not only (his good friend) James but other players throughout the league. James and Paul have a great relationship and continue to accomplish great things together.`