8. Kevin Durant – $20,2 million
Kevin Durant plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder at the position of the small forward. This exceptional player is the bearer of many titles awarded by the NBA. He won the most prestigious titles; the “NBA Most Valuable Player Award” and the “NBA Rookie of the Year”. Durant is one of the best, and his playing skills prove that. He is an official endorser for Nike Shoes, and Oklahoma City Thunder pays him $20,2 million per year.