Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry received the Most Valuable Player Award in 2015 after he brought the Golden State Warriors to win the championship after a 40-year losing streak. Considered by many as the greatest shooter in the history of basketball due to his ability to make three-point shots, his earnings certainly make you understand just how good a player he is. He ranks number 8 for highest paid athlete with $76.9 million earnings in the past year alone.