Tennessee guard set to earn more than LeBron James next season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 6:51 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Tennessee basketball guard Juke Harris is slated to earn more than LeBron James, who will make a career-low $3.8 million with the Philadelphia 76ers during the 2026-27 NBA season. Harris, transferring from Wake Forest, is one of at least 18 men's college basketball players expected to earn at least $3.9 million next season, according to sources. LeBron announced his commitment to the 76ers on July 24, expressing his desire to compete for another championship. The financial for college players continues to evolve, with many surpassing established NBA stars in earnings.
- •LeBron James will earn $3.8 million with the 76ers next season.
- •Juke Harris is among at least 18 college players earning over $3.9 million.
- •Harris transferred to Tennessee after the 2025-26 season.
- •James announced his decision to play for Philadelphia on July 24.
- •The earnings reflect the changing of college player compensation.
- 6:51 PMYahoo Sports — Tennessee guard will make more money than LeBron James next season
"Tennessee basketball guard will make more money than LeBron James with the 76ers next season.
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