10 richest active basketball players

Basketball players are some of the highest paid athletes in the world. The NBA is home to several talented players, but only a few are fortunate enough to catch the eyes of brands that are willing to pay them huge amounts for their ability.Here are 10 of the richest basketball players who are still playing.

#10 Chris Paul

Total Earnings- $24.2 million

Salary/Winnings- $18.7 million

Endorsments-$5.5 million

The move to the Clippers has set Paul’s career on the right track. He does have a shoe deal with Nike through Air Jordan, but has contracts with Avon, Foot Locker, Steiner Sports.