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LeBron James caught in a major scandal for salary cap circumvention, similar to Leonard.
LeBron James caught in a major scandal for salary cap circumvention, similar to Leonard.
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LeBron James Faces Salary Cap Scrutiny Over Polymarket Deal Like Kawhi Leonard

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By SportBursts Editorial Team
September 17, 2026 1 Min Read
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Source: basketnews.com

Forward LeBron James, who signed a two-year contract worth $8 million with the Philadelphia 76ers during the offseason, faces the risk of losing a significant portion of his income.

James’s $15 million deal with the Polymarket platform could be viewed as an attempt to circumvent the NBA salary cap. This situation may lead to serious consequences for the player. A similar controversy recently involved Kawhi Leonard, which resulted in the Los Angeles Clippers paying a record $30 million fine, the largest in NBA history.

Previously, James spent eight years with the Los Angeles Lakers before deciding to join the 76ers on a notably modest salary for a player of his caliber.

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