LeBron James Signs $97.1 Million Deal with Lakers

LeBron James has agreed on a two-year, $97.1 million contract extension

Including a player option for the 2024–25 season.

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That includes a 15% trade kicker, making James the highest-paid player in NBA history.

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Which has guaranteed a $532 million career, surpassing Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant.

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James is ineligible for a no-trade clause because he agreed to an extension

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But the new contract has a starting salary of $46.7 million, 15% of trade kickers and

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James' stature as one of history's greats makes him a taker for as long as he chooses.

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James was entering the final season of his contract (worth $44.5 million)

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The All-Star joined Anthony Davis with the potential to become a free agent in two seasons.

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With the deal, the four-time NBA champion and MVP and 18-time All-Star put an end to this concern.

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James is ineligible to trade during the upcoming 2022-23 season as the second year exceeds 5% growth.

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The Lakers Could Have North Of $20 Million In Salary-Cap Space In The 2023 Offseason

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And the 2024 off-season will have the ability to sign a third maximum contract player.

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Player options increase the pay-cap space if players decline them, and still hold on to new deals.

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