The Lakers’ devotion to billionaire LeBron James might bring in an additional $164 million in revenue.

LeBron James demonstrated once more on Saturday why, even prior to joining the league, he was labeled the Chosen One. Against the Denver Nuggets, he made NBA history by becoming the first player to achieve 40,000 career points in the regular season on a driving lay-up from the left side. Following the historic achievement, the 39-year-old remarked, “Being the first player to do something, it’s pretty cool in this league.” He may, nevertheless, soon have another first during the offseason.

James has earned an NBA salary of over $482 million in his 21-year career. He will become the first player in the league to reach the $500 million milestone the following season. Before he accomplishes that goal, though, he will need to make some difficult decisions.

On Saturday, LeBron James showed again why he was dubbed the Chosen One even before he entered the league. During a driving lay-up from the left side against the Denver Nuggets, he became the first player in NBA history to reach 40,000 career points in a regular season. The 39-year-old said, “Being the first player to do something, it’s pretty cool in this league,” after the historic accomplishment. Nevertheless, he might soon experience another first in the off-season.

approximately the course of his 21-year NBA career, James has earned approximately $482 million in compensation. The next season, he will become the first player in the NBA to hit the $500 million mark. But before he can achieve that, he has to make some challenging

James would command a respectable $50 million next season, $52.5 million, and $55 million over the following seasons, adding up to $157 million. If he were to decline his player option and sign with a new team come offseason, he would also forfeit the additional $7 million loyalty bonus. That being said, it is highly unlikely given James’ public statements about wanting to stay in Los Angeles. “I am a Laker and I’m happy and been very happy being a Laker the last six years, and hopefully it stays that way,” James said.

However, I’m not sure how long it will last or what outfit I’ll be wearing. I’m hoping it’s with the Lakers. With so many greats, it’s a great organization. However, we’ll see,” the Lakers forward continued. Billionaire James would likely forego the $7 million to pursue his historic fifth ring if the Lakers failed to advance to the first round for the second time in three seasons. The appeal of the no-trade provision, nevertheless, might have a big influence on his choice.

Only players who have played four years for the team providing the contract and have been in the league for at least eight years are eligible to negotiate a no-trade clause. Only the Lakers are able to give James this offer since he meets both requirements. Whatever LeBron James decides to do this summer, it will be an interesting tale to follow.