LeBron James invested $6.5 million in Liverpool FC in 2011. Fifteen years later, that stake is reportedly worth $96 million

LeBron James is not only one of the most successful NBA players of all time but also one of the most successful athletes in business. The NBA legend, who became a billionaire in 2022, has built a diverse investment portfolio over the years. One of his notable investments is in Liverpool FC.

According to reports, James invested $6.5 million in Liverpool FC in 2011 for a 2% stake. Fifteen years later, that investment is reportedly worth $96 million.

According to Basketball Network, James restructured his holdings in January 2026, converting his 2% stake in Liverpool into a 1% ownership share in Fenway Sports Group (FSG), the sports conglomerate that owns Liverpool. The stake is now reportedly valued at around $141 million.

LeBron James' investments

James has several other notable investments. In 2012, he invested about $1 million in Blaze Pizza alongside business partner Maverick Carter and financial adviser Paul Wachter of Main Street Advisors. At the time, the pizza chain had around 10 locations.

That investment has since reportedly grown to around $35 million.

James also owns a 42% equity stake in The SpringHill Company, the entertainment and media company he co-founded with Carter. The company produces content for platforms including HBO Max, Netflix and Amazon.

Real estate is another major part of James' portfolio. He owns multiple properties in Akron, Ohio, as well as Miami and Los Angeles, with his real estate holdings estimated at around $110 million.

James has also held equity in brands he has worked with, including Beats by Dre. Beyond business, James has invested heavily in education through the LeBron James Family Foundation. The foundation opened the I PROMISE School in Akron in 2018 and has pledged millions of dollars in scholarships and other support to students.

LeBron James' net worth

James has built his wealth through a combination of NBA salary, endorsements, business ventures and investments.

He signed a groundbreaking $90 million rookie shoe deal with Nike before playing his first NBA game and has subsequently developed long-term partnerships with major brands, including Coca-Cola and Nike.

According to Forbes estimates, James has earned more than $1 billion before taxes off the court from his business ventures and endorsement deals with brands including Nike.

His lifetime partnership with Nike is among his most valuable commercial relationships. The deal, signed in 2015, has been widely reported to be worth at least $1 billion over his lifetime, although the exact terms were not disclosed.

As of 2026, James' net worth is estimated at around $1.4 billion. His wealth reflects not only his basketball earnings but also the value of his business interests, investments, endorsements and other assets.

All about LeBron James

Born to a 16-year-old single mother in Akron, Ohio, James was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft.

He went on to become one of basketball's most decorated players and one of the world's highest-paid athletes.

His career has extended well beyond basketball, with his investments and business ventures making him one of the most prominent athlete-entrepreneurs of his generation.