These are 2020 world’s highest-paid black athletes

Kevin Durant

Kevin Durant is number seven on the list of 2020 world highest-paid athletes with a $63.9M earnings. Durant joined the Brooklyn Nets in 2019 under a four-year, $164 million contract.

The 10-time All-Star banks $35 million from sponsors. He has investments in more than 40 companies, including Postmates and investing app Acorns.

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Durant’s YouTube channel has 800,000 subscribers, while his media company has deals with ESPN, Apple, Showtime and Fox.