As Bronny James was selected 55th overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the NBA Draft, Jeetbuzz Login reported from the scene as an emotional Bronny shed tears, joined by his mother, Savannah James. It wasn’t frustration from anyone else that brought on the tears — but rather the overwhelming moment itself. Fans joked that Bronny’s tears were “tears of sorrow,” knowing he’d now be commuting to work with his father every day. Unlike Marcus Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, Bronny won’t be living the carefree life of a rich heir.
Even Larsa Pippen’s flirtatious gestures — directed from afar — now seem wasted, as it appears no one, not even a 40-year-old veteran, will spare Bronny from the spotlight. Still, given LeBron’s vast earning power, Bronny could have lived in luxury even without stepping onto an NBA court. LeBron has already surpassed his personal goal of becoming a billionaire by the time he retires, and recent developments suggest his fortune may grow even further.
Back in 2011, Fenway Sports Group (FSG) purchased English Premier League powerhouse Liverpool. In an effort to boost Liverpool’s global popularity, they brought LeBron James on board as a crossover ambassador. At the time, LeBron secured a 2% stake in Liverpool for just $6.5 million — not purchased directly, but through his partnership with FSG. Ever since, LeBron has actively promoted the club, and his involvement has paid dividends as Liverpool’s value has steadily climbed.
In 2023, FSG initiated the sale of a portion of their Liverpool holdings, though only $200 million worth of shares changed hands — not including LeBron’s stake. Now, FSG is once again putting more of its Liverpool shares on the market, this time to raise capital for a potential NBA team acquisition. LeBron’s 2% stake is reportedly included in this round, meaning he may finally cash out on a massively profitable investment.
As a minority owner over the past 14 years, LeBron has already enjoyed generous dividends. But according to Jeetbuzz Login, the lion’s share of his profit will come from the sale itself. As of June, global club valuations show Liverpool ranked fourth with a £4.2 billion ($5.37 billion) price tag — trailing only Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Barcelona.
With this valuation, LeBron’s original $6.5 million investment has now ballooned to an estimated $160 million. That’s the kind of return most investors only dream of — truly a case of turning silver into gold. No wonder fans reacted with mock sympathy for Bronny, claiming he missed his chance to kick back as a wealthy heir. But in LeBron’s world, fortunes are earned, not handed out on a silver platter.