LeBron James $ 50 million cost

Much exodus to Europe, long exodus to Europe, but those who leave are second-tier players, alternates and unaccounted for in the NBA. This is what many fans think. But what if it is only a prelude of things to come?

LeBron James, who got a round of High School had nearly the same impact that an NBA game, could play a season in Europe if they offered him a millionaire. According to ESPN, a person close to the player himself said that LeBron James would consider playing a season in Europe if you were offered $ 50 million a season.

The LeBron James' current contract concludes at the end of the 2009-2010 season. And while some NBA teams start making wage gap, none could offer LeBron James or $ 20 million the first year.

According to this unnamed source close to the player, CSKA Moscow and Olympiacos already have been in contact with the player, but have not yet spoken of economic data.

To whom this may be a gaffe that has no rhyme or reason, to remember the case David Beckham, who received $ 250 million by going to the MLS.

In the NBA are quiet in the meantime. Joel Litvin, president of operations for the NBA, said: "It would be disappointing if one of our best players decide to go to Europe. Do not think any are going outside the NBA in the near future, but if it happens, there are many players who can fill his void. "

Anyway, the anonymous source said that LeBron James would play only one or two seasons before returning to the NBA to popularize basketball in Europe and also his image (not mentioned to line the pockets a little more).

Source: ESPN