LeBron James almost became Reebok's $100 million man

LeBron James turned down $10 million from Reebok when he was 18 years old: ‘I might have cried on my way home'
During his senior year of high school, before forgoing college and going straight to the NBA where he would be drafted by his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers, James was choosing between Nike, Reebok and Adidas for his shoe deal. Reebok flew James and his mother out to a meeting with their CEO where they drove a hard bargain with the teenager.
How LeBron James almost became Reebok's $100 million man
LeBron James has been the face of Nike basketball, signing a lifetime deal with the brand in 2015, reportedly worth over US$1 billion. But James' future with the Oregon-based company was far from a certainty,
Lakers' LeBron James reveals bonkers $10 million Reebok offer in high school
Before LeBron James had numerous sponsorships with the Lakers, he revealed his first major contract offer by Reebok.
LeBron James On How His Mom's Advice Made Him Reject $10 Million Offer From Reebok
LeBron James recently opened up on the New Heights podcast, hosted by Travis and Jason Kelce, sharing a fascinating story from his senior year of high school about a pivotal moment that shaped his career.
LeBron James Reveals He Turned Down $10M Deal from Reebok in High School
Appearing on New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce, King James revealed Reebok offered him a $10 million check on the spot while he was in high school. The deal was to secure him to the brand but not take pending meetings with Nike and Adidas.
LeBron James shocks Travis and Jason Kelce by revealing how much money he was offered in high school
Perhaps no other professional athlete in the United States sports landscape capitalized on and realized their hype more than LeBron James. Practically since the age of 14, James ha
LeBron James’ Mom Said, ‘Trust Your Gut,’ While Considering A $10M Reebok Offer, Then In 2015, He Signed A $1B Lifetime Deal With Nike
LeBron James has revealed why he turned down a $10 million shoe deal at 18. The Los Angeles Lakers player appeared on the “New Heights” podcast to reflect on the array of shoe deals he considered during his early days in the league.
LeBron James On $10M Offer From Reebok During High School
LeBron James is one of the most elite alumni's of the Swoosh but he revealed Reebok offered $10M before he entered the NBA.
"They gave me a check for $10 million" - LeBron James initially considered signing with Reebok when he was 18
The current Los Angeles Lakers superstar said that he was actually really close to signing with Reebok because they were the first ones to offer him a hefty contract worth $10 million. "Then my senior year,
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Stephen A. Smith has word of caution for LeBron James' NBA ownership prospects due to connection with $5 billion rival league: "Not the most liked"
Smith warned LeBron James that the NBA won't react kindly to the news of a rival league being created. The existence of a competing league is already an issue, but the situation becomes more complex ...
Nike's 'Lightweight' LeBron Witness Basketball Shoes With 'Top-Notch' Cushioning Are Only $65 for a Limited Time
Nike's sale section is starting to fill up. The Swoosh brand is starting the year off by knocking down the prices on some of ...
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LeBron James Reaches Mogul Status With New Nike Sneakers
Celebrating his achievements, Nike has dropped a new colorway of James ... the technology that makes the shoe stand out on the hardwood. Details on the Nike LeBron 22 "Mogul" colorway.
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Want the Ohio Native hat LeBron James repped on Kelce brothers podcast? How to get one
Akron native LeBron James talked up the Cleveland Cavaliers and his son Bronny on the latest "New Heights" podcast. The Los Angeles Lakers forward also wore a green baseball cap that read "Ohio ...