NBA - Teams & Player Salaries

The NBA (National Basketball Association) is the top professional basketball league in the world. It was founded in 1946 in the United States and has grown into a global sports powerhouse. The league is made up of 30 teams—29 from the United States and 1 from Canada. One of the most popular and successful NBA teams is the Los Angeles Lakers. Based in Los Angeles, California, the Lakers have a rich history filled with championships and legendary players like Magic Johnson, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal, and LeBron James. The highest-paid player in the NBA for the 2024–25 season is Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors. His 2024–25 salary is $55.76 million, making him the top earner in the league.