Michael Jordan tops all-time athlete earnings list

Posted Nov 4, 2021
UNC and NBA legend Michael Jordan is the highest-paid athlete of all time, with inflation-adjusted career earnings of $2.62 billion. The estimate is based on salaries, endorsements, licensing and memorabilia earnings since Jordan turned pro in 1984 and includes ongoing endorsements in retirement with Nike, Gatorade, Hanes and Upper Deck. (Sportico)

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