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How LeBron James Scored $300 Million From Insurers

Bloomberg Markets·August 25, 2026·1 min read

When LeBron James signed up to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to NBA glory with a $154 million contract in 2018, it wasn't the biggest deal he did that year. His limited liability company borrowed almost $300 million from two Midwestern life insurers, Sridhar Natarajan explains. This highlights the financial strategies of high-profile athletes beyond their playing contracts.

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