James Harden – $165 Million
James Harden was drafted in the first round of the 2009 NBA Draft because of the colors he displayed at Arizona State University. After three seasons playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder the shooting guard joined the Houston Rockets, where he is still today.
Harden’s iconic beard is a well-known feature among fans. They may not be aware that his beard gave him the opportunity to endorse products. Trolli gummies even featured his face and beard. Harden signed a deal with Adidas worth $200 million over a period of 13 years. He also has the benefit of owning ten percent each of the Houston Dynamo, and Houston Dash soccer teams. Harden is worth $165million because of all these ventures.
Anthony Joshua – $80 Million
Anthony Joshua, who is 6”6 tall and weighs 238 pounds, chose the right career for him when he decided he wanted to be a boxer. The 31-year old is a 2-time undisputed heavyweight champ who won gold at the 2012 Olympic Games and Great Britain Championships. He also won a silver medal at the 2011 World Championships.
Joshua, who has been a professional for a decade, has amassed a fortune of 80 million dollars, a sum that includes prize money, but also sponsorships by companies such as Under Armour Jaguar Land Rover and Hugo Boss.