Jun 1, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during game five in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Here is the list of players that became a billionaire while still playing in the NBA: LeBron James.
End of list.
There’s only one other player in NBA history who has reached billionaire status in their lifetime, and that’s Michael Jordan. Jordan, of course, accomplished that feat post-retirement, in large part due to his immense popularity and success at Nike’s Jordan Brand.