Breaking News: LeBron James Highest-Paid NBA Player

LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $97.1 million contract deal with the Los Angeles Lakers until the 2024-25 season.

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According to Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, the league-maximum contract makes James the highest-paid player in NBA history.

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His new contract contains a player option that would allow him to remain the NBA's second-leading scorer.

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The new deal signed by LeBron James goes until2024, when he is 40.

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James' most recent contract with the Lakers, which he signed when he was 37, is approaching its last year.

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The 18-time All-Star will receive $46.7 million this season thanks to the new contract.

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If nothing goes wrong, James should pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar this winter as the NBA's all-time leading scorer.

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James' recommitment to the Lakers also puts an end to rumors that he would leave as a free agent or in a trade.

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