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<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Carmelo Anthony is a six-foot-seven forward who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He was born on May 29, 1984, to Mary Anthony and Carmelo Iriarte. Anthony was the third overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft. 

[caption id="attachment_453508" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-453508" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1193643233.jpg" alt="Carmelo Anthony during a game against the Denver Nuggets" width="1920" height="1280" /> DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 12: Carmelo Anthony (00) of the Portland Trail Blazers backs down Will Barton (5) of the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter on Thursday, December 12, 2019. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images)[/caption]

Anthony’s parents moved to Baltimore before his teenage years, which allowed him to gain more exposure in basketball. He attended two different high schools, one being the Towson Catholic where he played for three years. 

The Brooklyn native reached a tremendous height by his junior year and attracted several scouts with his impeccable talent. Anthony’s mother transferred him to Oak Hill Academy in Virginia for his senior year. 

After getting off to a 67-0 win streak with Oak Hill, Anthony finally faced defeat against a <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lebron-james/">LeBron James</a>-led St. Vincent-St. Mary high-school. The Oak Hill forward was one of the top-rated recruits coming out of high-school and had the option to forego college and join the NBA.

Despite being eligible to enter the league, Carmelo Anthony decided to attend one year at Syracuse for more experience. The Syracuse Orange went on to win the NCAA championship in Anthony’s freshman season, and he averaged 22.2 points during the championship run. 

As for his personal life, Carmelo Anthony got engaged to La La Anthony in 2004. The couple tied the knot in 2010, three years after the birth of their son Kiyan. 

Their relationship suffered rocky instances late in the 2010s and both parties mutually agreed for a divorce, but La La and Melo seem to be back together for good.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony NBA Career</h2>
Anthony initially wanted to play at Syracuse for a longer period, but felt the need to leave after winning the championship as a freshman. He set out on a new endeavor, and the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/denver-nuggets/">Denver Nuggets</a> used their third overall pick to select Melo in the 2003 NBA Draft. 

He made his debut against the San Antonio Spurs and averaged an impressive 21.0 points per game as a rookie. Anthony finished second in the Rookie of the Year voting behind LeBron James and replicated similar form in the subsequent seasons as well. 

He played with the Nuggets for eight years and registered several iconic moments with them. He reached his prime during the late 2000s and notched up 30 point games for fun. After posting incredible numbers in Denver and averaged 24.8 PPG in eight seasons, Anthony was then traded to the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/new-york-knicks/">New York Knicks</a> in 2011.

[caption id="attachment_521846" align="aligncenter" width="1280"]<img class="size-full wp-image-521846" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210120231745/2021-01-02T060003Z_473873404_MT1USATODAY15387338_RTRMADP_3_NBA-PORTLAND-TRAIL-BLAZERS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony " width="1280" height="1920" /> Jan 1, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) reacts after making a three point basket against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center">Trouble with the Knicks and career resurrection </h2>
Melo to the Knicks was a dreamy move, and fans in New York went crazy about him joining their franchise. He had developed as one of the league’s best players by that time, but collective success was hard to come by for the team. 

Melo averaged 24.7 points and 2.4 blocks per game in seven seasons with the Knicks and had a fallout with Phil Jackson, who the President of the franchise at that period. Jackson wasn’t keen on keeping Anthony as he felt the forward didn’t fit well in his offensive plans. 

Thus, Anthony was consequently sent to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/oklahoma-city-thunder/">OKC</a> when he played for a year. Melo’s career took a sharp downward spike after his Knicks exit, and the 'superstar' status soon left his name after a dip in scoring averages. 

He then joined the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/houston-rockets/">Houston Rockets</a> after one year in Oklahoma, a move that put a dark dent in Melo’s career. He just played ten games for the Rockets as the team snubbed him without releasing his contract. 

[caption id="attachment_521854" align="aligncenter" width="1363"]<img class="size-full wp-image-521854" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210120231934/2021-01-08T034716Z_1072676526_MT1USATODAY15408527_RTRMADP_3_NBA-MINNESOTA-TIMBERWOLVES-AT-PORTLAND-TRAIL-BLAZERS.jpg" alt="Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony" width="1363" height="1920" /> Jan 7, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) shoots over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jake Layman (10) during the first quarter at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Mitchelldyer-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The Rockets then traded Melo to the Blazers in 2019, where he found a beam of shining light once again. 

Though age caught up, Melo was able to perform at a challenging level in Portland. His veteran experience proved to be the perfect match for the team’s young core. 

After acting as the spark plug off of the bench, the Trail Blazers were not willing to take back the veteran forward to the team. But Melo had a special team waiting for him in the off-season, close friend LeBron James' Lakers.

The Purple and Gold who have been on a roll of signing veterans, brought up Melo as they needed shooting in their team. Given that the 2021-22 season will be the first time LBJ and Melo will play with each other, fans simply can't wait to see the duo this season.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements </h2>
10× NBA All-Star (2007, 2008, 2010–2017)

2× All-NBA Second Team (2010, 2013)

4× All-NBA Third Team (2006, 2007, 2009, 2012)

NBA scoring champion (2013)

NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004)

NCAA champion (2003)

NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player (2003)

Consensus second-team All-American (2003)

USBWA National Freshman of the Year (2003)

No. 15 retired by Syracuse Orange

3× USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2006, 2012, 2016)

First-team Parade All-American (2002)

McDonald's All-American (2002)
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony Career-Stats</h2>
Melo was a pure scorer in his prime and effortlessly put on incredible shows on game nights. In the 1191 games he has played, the forward has averaged 23.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists.

In the 2020-21 season, Anthony <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/a/anthoca01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">averaged</a> 13.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony Current Contract</h2>
Melo’s value has diminished over the years, and he’s currently signing one-year contracts with NBA teams. He most recently <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/portland-trail-blazers/carmelo-anthony-2283/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">inked</a> a similar deal with the Portland Trail Blazers for the 2021 season, worth a guaranteed amount of $2,564,753. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements</h2>
<a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/carmelo-anthony-net-worth/#:~:text=Carmelo%20Anthony%20net%20worth%20and,for%20the%20New%20York%20Knicks." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celebrity Net Worth</a> estimates Melo’s value at $160 million. His career earnings at the end of the 2021 season would be just short of $<a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/portland-trail-blazers/carmelo-anthony-2283/cash-earnings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">260M</a>. 

<a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/carmelo-anthony/?sh=254a0d21c42e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Forbes</a> revealed that Anthony made $6 million from endorsements in 2020. He has <a href="https://fortune.com/fortunate50/2014/carmelo-anthony/#:~:text=Whether%20he%20could%20be%20a,and%20watch%20dealer%20Haute%20Time." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">tie-ups</a> with Jordan Brand, Panini, Foot Locker, Powercoco, Isotonix, and Haute Time. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony contract details</h2>
Melo might have signed some hefty contracts back in the day, but now he has resorted to a role as a veteran.

After signing a two veteran minimum contracts with the Blazers, Anthony has signed a veteran minimum <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-lakers/carmelo-anthony-2283/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">contract</a> yet again worth $2,641,691 for a year this time for the Western Conference juggernaut the Los Angeles Lakers led by LeBron James.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony Charity Organization</h2>
Melo also runs a non-profit organization in his name and aims to give back to the community in various ways. The ‘<a href="http://www.thecarmeloanthonyfoundation.org/about/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Carmelo Anthony Foundation</a>’ conducts a variety of outreach programs and donations and helps the underprivileged realize their dreams. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Carmelo Anthony NBA Sneaker Contract</h2>
Melo is currently a Jordan Brand athlete, and he dons the Jumpman’s kicks in the league. The Blazers forward <a href="https://ballershoesdb.com/players/carmelo-anthony/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">recently sported</a> the ‘Air Jordan 35’ and has enjoyed wearing several player edition sneakers in the past.
<table>
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<td>Age</td>
<td>37</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spouse</td>
<td>La La Anthony</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Children</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
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<td>NBA Championship Rings</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Height</td>
<td>6' 7" (2.02 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight</td>
<td>107 kg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Endorsements</td>
<td>Jordan, Powercoco, Foot Locker, Isotonix, Haute Time</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hand Span and Feet Length</td>
<td>9.25 inches and size 15</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to Contact Carmelo Anthony</h2>
Carmelo Anthony Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/carmeloanthony/?hl=en">carmeloanthony</a>

Carmelo Anthony Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/carmeloanthony?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">@carmeloanthony</a>

Carmelo Anthony

Carmelo Anthony 2021: Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Carmelo Anthony is a six-foot-seven forward who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He was born on May 29, 1984, to Mary Anthony and Carmelo Iriarte. Anthony was the third overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft.  DENVER, CO &#8211; DECEMBER 12: Carmelo Anthony (00) of the Portland Trail Blazers backs down Will Barton (5) of the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter on Thursday, December 12, 2019. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images) Anthony’s parents moved to Baltimore before his teenage years, which allowed him to gain more exposure in basketball. He attended two different high schools, one being the Towson Catholic where he played for three years.  The Brooklyn native reached a tremendous height by his junior year and attracted several scouts with his impeccable talent. Anthony’s mother transferred him to Oak Hill Academy in Virginia for his senior year.  After getting off to a 67-0 win streak with Oak Hill, Anthony finally faced defeat against a LeBron James-led St. Vincent-St. Mary high-school. The Oak Hill forward was one of the top-rated recruits coming out of high-school and had the option to forego college and join the NBA. Despite being eligible to enter the league, Carmelo Anthony decided to attend one year at Syracuse for more experience. The Syracuse Orange went on to win the NCAA championship in Anthony’s freshman season, and he averaged 22.2 points during the championship run.  As for his personal life, Carmelo Anthony got engaged to La La Anthony in 2004. The couple tied the knot in 2010, three years after the birth of their son Kiyan.  Their relationship suffered rocky instances late in the 2010s and both parties mutually agreed for a divorce, but La La and Melo seem to be back together for good. Carmelo Anthony NBA Career Anthony initially wanted to play at Syracuse for a longer period, but felt the need to leave after winning the championship as a freshman. He set out on a new endeavor, and the Denver Nuggets used their third overall pick to select Melo in the 2003 NBA Draft.  He made his debut against the San Antonio Spurs and averaged an impressive 21.0 points per game as a rookie. Anthony finished second in the Rookie of the Year voting behind LeBron James and replicated similar form in the subsequent seasons as well.  He played with the Nuggets for eight years and registered several iconic moments with them. He reached his prime during the late 2000s and notched up 30 point games for fun. After posting incredible numbers in Denver and averaged 24.8 PPG in eight seasons, Anthony was then traded to the New York Knicks in 2011. Jan 1, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) reacts after making a three point basket against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Trouble with the Knicks and career resurrection  Melo to the Knicks was a dreamy move, and fans in New York went crazy about him joining their franchise. He had developed as one of the league’s best players by that time, but collective success was hard to come by for the team.  Melo averaged 24.7 points and 2.4 blocks per game in seven seasons with the Knicks and had a fallout with Phil Jackson, who the President of the franchise at that period. Jackson wasn’t keen on keeping Anthony as he felt the forward didn’t fit well in his offensive plans.  Thus, Anthony was consequently sent to OKC when he played for a year. Melo’s career took a sharp downward spike after his Knicks exit, and the &#8216;superstar&#8217; status soon left his name after a dip in scoring averages.  He then joined the Houston Rockets after one year in Oklahoma, a move that put a dark dent in Melo’s career. He just played ten games for the Rockets as the team snubbed him without releasing his contract.  Jan 7, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) shoots over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jake Layman (10) during the first quarter at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Mitchelldyer-USA TODAY Sports The Rockets then traded Melo to the Blazers in 2019, where he found a beam of shining light once again. Though age caught up, Melo was able to perform at a challenging level in Portland. His veteran experience proved to be the perfect match for the team’s young core.  After acting as the spark plug off of the bench, the Trail Blazers were not willing to take back the veteran forward to the team. But Melo had a special team waiting for him in the off-season, close friend LeBron James&#8217; Lakers. The Purple and Gold who have been on a roll of signing veterans, brought up Melo as they needed shooting in their team. Given that the 2021-22 season will be the first time LBJ and Melo will play with each other, fans simply can&#8217;t wait to see the duo this season. Major Achievements  10× NBA All-Star (2007, 2008, 2010–2017) 2× All-NBA Second Team (2010, 2013) 4× All-NBA Third Team (2006, 2007, 2009, 2012) NBA scoring champion (2013) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004) NCAA champion (2003) NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player (2003) Consensus second-team All-American (2003) USBWA National Freshman of the Year (2003) No. 15 retired by Syracuse Orange 3× USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2006, 2012, 2016) First-team Parade All-American (2002) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2002) Carmelo Anthony Career-Stats Melo was a pure scorer in his prime and effortlessly put on incredible shows on game nights. In the 1191 games he has played, the forward has averaged 23.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists. In the 2020-21 season, Anthony averaged 13.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. Carmelo Anthony Current Contract Melo’s value has diminished over the years, and he’s currently signing one-year contracts with NBA teams. He most recently inked a similar deal with the Portland Trail Blazers for the 2021 season, worth a guaranteed amount of $2,564,753.  Carmelo Anthony 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements Celebrity Net Worth estimates Melo’s value at $160 million. His career earnings at the end of the 2021 season would be just short of $260M.  Forbes revealed that Anthony made $6 million from endorsements in 2020. He has tie-ups with Jordan Brand, Panini, Foot Locker, Powercoco, Isotonix, and Haute Time.  Carmelo Anthony contract details Melo might have signed some hefty contracts back in the day, but now he has resorted to a role as a veteran. After signing a two veteran minimum contracts with the Blazers, Anthony has signed a veteran minimum contract yet again worth $2,641,691 for a year this time for the Western Conference juggernaut the Los Angeles Lakers led by LeBron James. Carmelo Anthony Charity Organization Melo also runs a non-profit organization in his name and aims to give back to the community in various ways. The ‘Carmelo Anthony Foundation’ conducts a variety of outreach programs and donations and helps the underprivileged realize their dreams.  Carmelo Anthony NBA Sneaker Contract Melo is currently a Jordan Brand athlete, and he dons the Jumpman’s kicks in the league. The Blazers forward recently sported the ‘Air Jordan 35’ and has enjoyed wearing several player edition sneakers in the past.  Age 37  Marital Status Married  Spouse La La Anthony  Children 1  NBA Championship Rings 0  Nationality American  Height 6&#8242; 7&#8243; (2.02 m)  Weight 107 kg  Endorsements Jordan, Powercoco, Foot Locker, Isotonix, Haute Time  Hand Span and Feet Length 9.25 inches and size 15  How to Contact Carmelo Anthony Carmelo Anthony Instagram: carmeloanthony Carmelo Anthony Twitter: @carmeloanthony

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She has also established a mentorship program for young women. LeBron and Savannah have three children together: Bronny, Bryce, and Zhuri James. Both Bronny and Bryce are following in their father&#8217;s footsteps to become basketball stars. In December 2023, Bronny made his long-awaited collegiate debut with the USC Trojans, less than five months after suffering cardiac arrest in July. LeBron James&#8217; net worth 2024 LeBron James has an estimated net worth of $1 billion, according to recent reports. James is the first active NBA star to achieve this feat. The four-time NBA champion signed a two-year $97.1 million contract extension with theÂ Los Angeles Lakers last year. As per reports, James has earned around $387 million in salaries in his 20-year NBA career so far. Furthermore, he has also made a fortune with his endorsement deals and investments, which have helped him build his massive business empire. LeBron James&#8217; NBA career timeline TheÂ Cleveland Cavaliers selected hometown boy LeBron James as the first overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft. James was a superstar straight out of high school and took the league by storm. He played for the Cavaliers from 2003 to 2010 in his first stint and won MVP awards in 2009 and 2010. Even though the Akron Hammer was almost unstoppable on the court and won many individual accolades, team success was hard to come by. Bilder des Tages &#8211; SPORT NBA Playoffs, Cleveland Cavaliers &#8211; Indiana Pacers April 25, 2018 &#8211; Cleveland, OH, USA &#8211; The Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James celebrates a basket and foul in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. The Cleveland Cavaliers won, 98-95, for a 3-2 lead in the first-round NBA Basketball Herren USA playoff series. Game 5: Indiana at Cleveland &#8211; ZUMAm67_ 20180425_zaf_m67_043 Copyright: xLeahxKlafczynskix James then left the Cavs and took his talents to theÂ Miami Heat in 2010. He received major backlash from Cavs fans after this move. However, he continued his dominance, alongside superstars Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh for the Heat, and clinched his first NBA title in 2012, followed by another in 2013. He also won the NBA MVP award and the Finals MVP award in 2012 and 2013. The estranged son then returned to the Cavaliers in 2014 and took the team to four straight NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors. He helped the Cavs win their first-ever NBA title in 2016. James once again left the Cavs, this time to join the Los Angeles Lakers, in 2018 and led them to the 2020 NBA title.Â  Following the retirements of Udonis Haslem and Andre Iguodala, LeBron James is currently the oldest player in the league. On the 21st of November 2023, James became the first player in league history to reach 39,000 career points. Six days later, he surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar&#8217;s record of 66,300 minutes to become the player with the most minutes played in NBA games during the regular season and playoffs. LeBron James contracts Here&#8217;s a breakdown of LeBron James&#8217; contracts and earnings throughout his NBA career:  Year Team Salary    2023-24 Los Angeles Lakers $47,607,350  2022-23 Los Angeles Lakers $44,474,988  2021-22 Los Angeles Lakers $41,180,544  2020-21 Los Angeles Lakers $39,219,566  2019/20 Los Angeles Lakers $37,436,858 ($37,678,600*)  2018/19 Los Angeles Lakers $35,654,150 ($36,475,929*)  2017/18 Cleveland Cavaliers $33,285,709 ($35,030,744*)  2016/17 Cleveland Cavaliers $30,963,450 ($33,119,038*)  2015/16 Cleveland Cavaliers $22,970,500 ($24,814,681*)  2014/15 Cleveland Cavaliers $20,644,400 ($22,329,434*)  2013/14 Miami Heat $19,067,500 ($21,051,220*)  2012/13 Miami Heat $17,545,000 ($19,710,161*)  2011/12 Miami Heat $16,022,500 ($18,299,290*)  2010/11 Miami Heat $14,500,000 ($17,149,801*)  2009/10 Cleveland Cavaliers $15,779,912 ($18,860,203*)  2008/09 Cleveland Cavaliers $14,410,581 ($16,977,833*)  2007/08 Cleveland Cavaliers $13,041,250 ($16,136,130*)  2006/07 Cleveland Cavaliers $5,828,090 ($7,404,948*)  2005/06 Cleveland Cavaliers $4,621,800 ($6,125,892*)  2004/05 Cleveland Cavaliers $4,320,360 ($5,871,248*)  2003/04 Cleveland Cavaliers $4,018,920 ($5,639,986*)   &nbsp; LeBron James&#8217; NBA career stats Regular season games played &#8211; 1467 Regular season points per game &#8211; 27.1 Regular season rebounds per game &#8211; 7.5 Regular season assists per game &#8211; 7.3 Playoff games played &#8211; 282 Postseason points per game &#8211; 28.5 Postseason rebounds per game &#8211; 9 Postseason assists per game &#8211; 7.2 LeBron James&#8217; investments and endorsements Some of the biggest brands endorsed by LeBron James are as follows: Nike McDonald&#8217;s Blaze Pizza Beats Electronics Sprite Upper Deck State Farm Insurance Audemars Piguet Dunkin&#8217; Donuts Samsung Kia Verizon Intel Lobos 1707 LeBron James has made some very smart investments over the years, which have helped him substantially. Two of James&#8217; most important investments are Blaze Pizza and the English soccer club, Liverpool F.C. LeBron James&#8217; achievements and awards 4Ã— NBA champion (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020) 4Ã— NBA Finals MVP (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020) 4Ã— NBA Most Valuable Player (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013) 19Ã— NBA All-Star (2005â€“2023) 3Ã— NBA All-Star Game MVP (2006, 2008, 2018) 13Ã— All-NBA First Team (2006, 2008â€“2018, 2020) 3Ã— All-NBA Second Team (2005, 2007, 2021) 3Ã— All-NBA Third Team (2019, 2022, 2023) 5Ã— NBA All-Defensive First Team (2009â€“2013) NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2014) NBA Rookie of the Year (2004) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004) NBA scoring champion (2008) NBA assists leader (2020) NBA 75th Anniversary Team AP Athlete of the Decade (the 2010s) 4Ã— AP Athlete of the Year (2013, 2016, 2018, 2020) 3Ã— Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2012, 2016, 2020) USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2012) 2Ã— National high school player of the year (2002, 2003) McDonald&#8217;s All-American Game MVP (2003) 2Ã— First-team Parade All-American (2002, 2003) 3Ã— Ohio Mr. Basketball (2001â€“2003) 3x USA Today All-USA First Team (2001-2003) No. 23 retired by St. Vincentâ€“St. Mary LeBron James&#8217; charity and foundation Some of the biggest donations made by LeBron James are to the charities: After-school All-Stars Mohammed Ali: A Force for Change Boys and Girls Club of America Children&#8217;s Defence Fund ONEXONE I Promise School Most of these charities are aimed at helping children and the younger generation. King James is dedicated to providing the youth of America, especially those at risk, the opportunity required to prosper in life with his &#8216;I Promise&#8217; initiative. LeBron James&#8217; rings Over his illustrious 20-year career (and counting), James has won four NBA championships. He has led three different franchises &#8211; the Miami Heat, the Cleveland Cavaliers, and the Los Angeles Lakers &#8211; to NBA titles. James&#8217; first title came in 2012 with the Heat, when he won his first Finals MVP award, followed by a second consecutive title in 2013. After returning to Cleveland in 2014, James delivered on his promise to bring the city its first major sports championship in over 50 years. In 2016, James powered the Cavaliers back from a daunting 3-1 deficit against the record-setting Golden State Warriors in the Finals. James won his 4th championship and NBA Finals MVP award in 2020, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a championship against his former side, the Miami Heat. LeBron James&#8217; shoe deals LeBron James signed a huge deal with Nike even before he entered the NBA. As James&#8217; superstardom rose, he became one of the most important faces of the brand, with his line of signature shoes, which is in its 20th version now. The four-time NBA MVP signed a lifetime deal with Nike in 2015 for an undisclosed fee. LeBron James&#8217; house LeBron James has reiterated multiple times that he does not spend his hard-earned money without reason. Former teammate Dwyane Wade once revealed that James is one of the cheapest players in the league despite being one of the richest. However, James knows how to spend his fortune in style. And when it comes to where he lives, the King does not compromise. According to reports, LeBron owns multiple properties in California, Ohio, and Miami, that are worth a combined estimated value of $100 million. LeBron James&#8217; car collection LeBron James is known for having an extensive collection of cars, estimated to be worth over $2 million. Some of the standouts include a Chevy Camaro SS, a 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, and the Dodge Challenger SRT 392. He also owns a Lamborghini Aventador Roadster, a 720-horsepower V12 supercar. Another notable element of his collection is a Mercedes luxury sedan, the Maybach S650, worth around $200,000. Notably, after teaming up with Shaquille O&#8217;Neal in Cleveland, Shaq gifted LeBron a Rolls Royce Phantom for his 25th birthday. The luxury car goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds and is valued at around $505,000. LeBron James&#8217; controversial moments LeBron James has not had any major controversies so far. However, there have been a few questionable moments in his career. James was the centerpiece of controversy during his high school career for accepting gifts. Then his infamous move to the Miami Heat in 2010, announced on national television, stirred up a lot of controversy. James, who is very vocal about his political beliefs, was criticized for his association with Nike because of the brand&#8217;s political stance. Also, his comments on America after Brittney Griner&#8217;s detainment in Russia sparked some controversy. Will LeBron James retire? LeBron James, 39, is currently playing his 21st NBA season in the NBA. The future Hall of Famer is still playing at the highest level, but he is definitely at the tail end of his career. However, the Lakers icon will not retire after the 2023-24 season as he has multiple times opened up about his desire to play alongside his son Bronny James in the league. Bronny will be eligible to declare for the NBA draft next year. So there is a high chance that James may continue playing in the league until his son enters the NBA. LeBron James&#8217; social media accounts  Instagram @kingjames  Twitter @KingJames  Facebook @LeBron James  Website https://www.lebronjames.com/  &nbsp;  Full Name LeBron Raymone James Sr.  Popular Name LeBron James  Birth Date December 30, 1984  Birth Place Akron, Ohio  Height 6&#8242; 9&#8243; (2.06 m)  Weight 250 lbs  Parents Gloria James  Siblings None  Nationality American  Ethnicity African American  Net Worth $1 Billion  Salary $97.1 Million  Spouse Savannah James  Relationship/Marital Status Married  Children Three  Profession Basketball player  Team Los Angeles Lakers

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