LeBron James Secures Olympics First With Billionaire Status

It's easy to forget sometimes, but LeBron James' story is one of the most inspiring rags-to-riches stories. From humble beginnings, James built one of the most storied careers in sports history. That has also led to him becoming one of the richest men in the world.

With James participating in the Olympics, the Los Angeles Lakers star made history. Forbes Australia reported that James became the first self-made billionaire to play in the Olympics.

It's a testament to James' hard work that he was able to reach this level. The Lakers star came from a bad situation and did everything humanly possible to elevate his family and then some.

James' career earnings from NBA contracts are valued at around $479 million, per CBS Sports. The other part of his earnings come from the many investments and sponsor deals that the Lakers star has earned.

James and Team USA are looking to defend their Olympic Gold Medal. During the last Olympics, Team USA faced some adversity but was able to grab the gold at the end. With a tougher field around them, can Team USA still stand atop the world?