NBA stars are some of the highest-paid athletes in the world. While some players like to live a lavish life, others choose to enter the business world. Two-time NBA champion Kevin Durant is one of the smartest investors in the league, as he has amassed huge profits through his investments. The Phoenix Suns superstar has a minor stake in a National Women’s Soccer League club. Interestingly, he is not the only NBA superstar to do so.

KD’s former teammate, James Harden, is also an investor for a rival club. However, there is no competition between the two when it comes to wealth earned through their investments.

Kevin Durant brushes ahead of James Harden

Back in 2021, reports around the world confirmed that Kevin Durant would be the next big name to enter the soccer world. The Suns superstar became a minority owner of the NJ/NY Gotham FC competing in the NWSL.

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Interestingly, the home ground of the soccer club neighboured Durant’s former home turf when he played for the Brooklyn Nets. Durant’s business group, Thirty Five Ventures (35V) acquired a 5% stake in the company a couple of years ago, according to Goal. Not only KD, but WNBA legend Sue Bird is also an investor in the Brooklyn-based soccer club. Since then, the value of Gotham FC has increased by leaps and bounds. Currently, they are one of the most valuable teams in the league with a $48 million valuation.

Interestingly, the Houston Dash, James Harden’s investment, has a $50 million valuation. However, they generate $5 million in yearly revenue, while Durant’s investment generates $5.1 million. Gotham FC is ahead of the Houston Dash when it comes to on-court results as well. Gotham is third in the 2023 NWSL table while the Dash sits in 8th place.

Who has the higher net worth between Durant and Harden?

Kevin Durant beats his former teammate when it comes to net worth. The 13-time NBA All-Star has a net worth of $200 million which makes him one of the richest NBA superstars in the world. He currently rakes in $85 million yearly from salaries alone! Moreover, he has invested in more than 80 companies through 35V.

On the other hand, James Harden has a net worth of $165 million. The 2018 MVP earns $55 million from salaries from the Philadelphia 76er and his other ventures. He is signed to Adidas on a 13-year-deal worth $200 million. What are your predictions for the 2024 NBA season? Let us know in the comments below.

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