LeBron James agrees to history-making $97.1m contract extension with Lakers

Four-time MVP becomes highest earning player in NBA history

MONEY MONEY MONEY: LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers walks off the court following the NBA game at Footprint Center. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $97.1m contract extension with a third-year player option that will most likely keep the Lakers star in Los Angeles for as long as he chooses.

ESPN was first to report the deal, citing Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, who represents James.