Basketball is one of the most profitable sports in America. According to CNBC television channel, the American Professional Basketball League (NBA) is expected to generate about $10 billion in revenue in the 2021/2022 season. To increase lasting expertise, football teams must spend a lot of money to own top talents even if they have just graduated from college or high school. By aggressively giving players money, the NBA has created a series of new millionaires after each season.
With their increasingly high performance, the superstars playing in the NBA below are capable of owning the cars that many car enthusiasts always wish to have.
Chris Paul: Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Drafted in 2005 by the New Orleans Hornets, Chris Paul quickly became a key part of the team. After several years of playing, he repeatedly won the title of Most Outstanding Player (MVP) in the 2007/2008 season. Up to now, he can still shine even though he has turned 37 years old. In addition to being an excellent dribbler, Paul is also an avid classic car fan.
After custom shop Dreamworks Motorsports overhauled the Monte Carlo, Paul was excited by its aggressive appearance. In addition to Chris Paul, this car customization shop is also famous for customizing “pet cars” for basketball legend Michael Jordan and football player Odell Beckham Jr.
Derrick Rose: Bugatti Veyron
Derrick Rose was first recruited by the famous Chicago Bulls team in 2008. After suffering a serious injury, he resolutely trained to continue playing at the top. This effort makes him always sought after by football team owners and offered a generous salary. That helps this player own the Bugatti Veyron, one of the fastest cars in the world.
Bugatti Veyron has cost 1.3 million USD since its first launch in 2005. This is a supercar model that is said to only be owned by talented businessmen. However, when he received a “briefing” of $150 million after a transfer period, Rose realized he was completely capable of buying the Bugatti Veyron.
Kawhi Leonard: Rolls-Royce Cullinan
After “reaping” countless titles that many NBA players desire, Kawhi Leonard is still playing for a strong team called the Los Angeles Clippers.
Leonard used to drive a 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe LS when he was in high school. He still kept this SUV even after completing a $94 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs. After saving a large amount of money, Leonard equipped himself with a nicer SUV, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan.
Stephen Curry: Porsche 911 GT3 RS
As the son of legendary NBA player Dell Curry, Stephen Curry spent his childhood and youth practicing basketball. Drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 2009, Curry brought a new style of basketball to the NBA with his spectacular three-point shots. To date, this player has won four championships and won the title of Best Player twice.
With a huge income, Stephen Curry can easily buy a Porsche 911 GT3 RS worth $188,500. This sports car has the ability to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds and a maximum speed of 312 km/h.
James Harden: Rolls-Royce Wraith
Always a bright star on big teams, James Harden has abundant financial resources. After signing a contract worth 200 million for 13 years with Adidas sports company in 2015, Harden took more care of his garage when bringing in supercar models on the market. And the Rolls-Royce Wraith is his most prominent vehicle.
Rolls Royce Wraith is equipped with a twin-turbo V12, 6.6-liter twin-turbo engine that can produce 624 horsepower and maximum torque of 800 Nm.
LaMelo Ball: Lamborghini Urus
Since his debut in the NBA in 2020, LaMelo Ball has shown great improvement leading to winning the NBA Rookie of the Year title in 2021.
Among the cars this player has owned, the Lamborghini Urus is a testament to LaMelo Ball’s strong personality. In addition to the unique paint color, this car is also equipped with a 4.0 V8 twin-turbo engine with a capacity of 641 horsepower, maximum torque of 850 Nm and the ability to accelerate 0-100km/h in 3.6 second.
Kyrie Irving: Lamborghini SV Roadster
Born in Australia, Kyrie Irving began his career alongside legendary LeBron James at the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2014 to 2017. Up to now, his performance has begun to enter a “twilight” phase. by injury. However, with what he has achieved, Kyrie Irving deserves to own a Lamborghini SV Roadster.
This car is equipped with a 6.5 liter naturally aspirated V12 engine that produces a maximum capacity of 750 horsepower and maximum torque of 690 Nm.
According to Hotcars