Throughout the years, the NBA has become more than just a professional basketball league. Today, it is a real business, and the players and people involved have million-dollar contracts. In this article, we will show you the progression of salary records in a single season from the association's inception to 2024/25.
You will recognize names of true legends like Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, and Stephen Curry, to Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, or Michael Jordan.
Progression of Salaries in the NBA:
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$100,000: Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain, Team: Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers, Season: 1965-66, Salary adjusted for inflation: $973,151.
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$250,000: Wilt Chamberlain, Team: LA Lakers, Season: 1968-69, Salary adjusted for inflation: $2,147,826.
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