A top high school basketball player could net up to $1 million by playing for the NBA's G League
Top high school prospects Jalen Green and Isaiah Todd agreed to terms to play in the NBA G League through its pathway program that lets them play professionally instead of going to a college team.The huge payday highlights the ongoing debate as to whether or not college players should be paid.
Though various outlets reported Green, who is ranked by ESPN as the No. 1 basketball recruit in 2020, would receive a contract valued at $500,000, league sources told CNBC the deal is actually closer to roughly $700,000, and the total amount and can be attained through bonuses. But Green is excepted to net over $1 million when factoring in possible endorsement deals he's eligible to sign.
Abdur-Rahim, who also played 12 years in the NBA, said the program is another option for players who have no interest in going to college – not even for one year. Sports agent Aaron Goodwin watches the Sacramento Kings take on the Oklahoma City Thunder on February 12, 2011, at ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California.Aaron Goodwin of Goodwin Sports Management
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