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This is How Overseas Basketball Players Pay Taxes (How Often, How Much and What Way)

Every overseas basketball player will pay taxes one way or another when playing professional basketball. Some overseas basketball taxes will come directly out of contracts (EuroLeague). Meanwhile, lower-level players will usually receive their gross salary. How overseas basketball players get paid will also vary depending on the level. Learn more.

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Mexico Basketball League Salaries (LNBP, CIBACOPA, LBE, LBP, CIBAPAC - Complete Guide!)

Mexico’s basketball leagues include the LNBP, CIBACOPA, LBE (Chihuahua league), CIBAPAC, CIBABAJ and LBP. Of the bunch, the LNBP will pay the highest overseas basketball wages at roughly US$4,000 - $7,000/per month on average. Other leagues, such as CIBACOPA and LBE, can also pay very well while the lower-levels provide a great starting point for professional players. Learn more.

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Iceland Basketball League Salaries (Urvalsdeild/Subway League, Division 1, Division 2)

Iceland’s basketball leagues include the Urvalsdeild League (Subway League), D1, D2 and D3. However, depending on where overseas basketball players sign a contract, wages can vary significantly. For instance, the Urvalsdeild league maxes out at US$7k - $9,000/per month. But the lower divisions will pay much less. Learn more.

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Semi Pro Basketball League Salaries (ABA Basketball Salary, TBL & More!)

Semi Pro basketball league salaries generally sit around $50 - $200/per month. But many basketball players may play for free (experience) at this level to gain exposure to overseas basketball leagues. Top-tier Semi Pro teams can pay upwards of $3,000/per month. But with so many Semi Pro Leagues now available, players need to be selective in where they are playing. Learn more.

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Albania Basketball League Salary (SuperLiga, Liga Unike; 2023)

The Albanian Basketball League - named the SuperLiga - is the country’s top professional overseas league. Here, Albanian basketball salaries range from $200 - $2,000/per month but there are many additional benefits to playing in the country such as Liga Unike - a joint league with Kosovo. Overseas basketball players looking to get started should definitely pay this league some attention Learn more.

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Taiwan Basketball League Salaries: T1 League, P.League+, Super Basketball League (2023)

Taiwan’s professional basketball leagues and salaries are growing - whether that is the P.League+ or the T1 League. Recently NBA players such as Dwight Howard and Jeremy Lin have signed basketball contracts in Taiwan due to its increased money. But depending on which league you play for your salary expectation could be different. Learn more.

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Portugal Basketball League salaries: LPB (Liga Betclic), ProLiga, Divisao 1 Wages [FULL Guide, 2022]

Portugal’s First Division Basketball League - La Liga Portuguesa de Basquetebol (LPB) - pays the highest overseas basketball salaries in the country. They typically range from US$800 - $4,000/per month. Although top clubs such as S.L. Benfica can pay upwards of US$15,000/per month. Players in Portugal’s Second Division League (ProLiga) and Division 3 (Divisao 1) will earn significantly less. That being said, this country offers a lot for players looking to get their break. Learn more.

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Basketball Africa League (BAL) Player Salaries: Average Salary, MAX., Minimum, Highest-Paid Players and more! (Players’ Survey - Original Research, 2022)

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) already has established itself as a competitive overseas basketball league with high salaries. A large part of that comes from the NBA’s involvement. But beyond that, BAL’s rosters have different roster designations for overseas basketball players. Depending on where a player fits in, their wage will vary greatly. Learn more.

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LIGA ACB Salary [Player Salary, Min. Player Salary, Team Budgets, Salary Cap]

Liga ACB salaries in Spain’s top professional basketball league are amongst some of the best in the entire world. Real Madrid Basketball and FC Barcelona Basquet boast two of the highest team budgets in overseas basketball with players such as Nikola Mirotic playing with the latter. Liga ACB also has minimum player salaries and team budgets. Learn more.

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EuroLeague Basketball Salary [Average Player Salaries, Highest Paid, Team Budgets]

The EuroLeague basketball salary is one of the highest in all of overseas basketball. With the competition holding some of the top European pro basketball clubs, average EuroLeague salaries are some of the highest wages in the world. Not only this, but the league is home to the highest paid overseas basketball player in the world. Learn more.

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Indonesia Basketball League Salaries: IBL Salaries, Player/Team Salary Cap & More (Full Breakdown, 2023)

The Indonesia Basketball League (IBL) is quickly becoming a respectable overseas basketball league in Asia. Overseas basketball salaries and IBL teams continue to grow. But to get in basketball players must go through the Indonesia Basketball League (IBL) Draft. There are certain requirements needed to enter. Learn more.

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Italy Basketball League Salaries: Lega Basket Serie A, A2, Serie B, Serie C - Gold/Silver, Serie D [Ultimate Guide, 2022]

Italian Basketball League salaries will vary depending on whether you are playing in Italy's top division (Lega Basket Serie A) or a lower tier (e.g. Serie C, Serie D). Regardless, Italy is a great overseas basketball country as it has many competitive overseas basketball leagues and salaries for both elite EuroLeague players and beginner players. Learn more.

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Qatar Basketball League Salaries: Qatar Pro Basketball League D1 [Players Survey, 2022]

The Qatar Basketball League’s top professional division, named the the QBL D1, has high-paying salaries for overseas basketball players. Better yet there are multiple Qatar basketball clubs such as Al Shamal - among others - who can pay top dollar for its players. Yes, Qatar basketball players can have a nice payday in the country but there are loads of expectations that come with the money. Learn more.

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Overseas Basketball Tryouts: Best Pro Exposure Basketball Camps in the World (EuroProBasket, Europe Basketball Academy & More)

Overseas basketball tryouts and combines can be a difficult topic to navigate for players looking to start their overseas basketball career. There are many and they can get expensive with little value to players. EuroProBasket and Europe Basketball Academy have emerged as two of the best overseas basketball combines worldwide with strong connections to pro coaches and clubs. We take a look at both - along with a few other notable combines - to see what the data says about their effectiveness. Learn more.

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Mongolian Basketball League Salary: Mongolian National Basketball Association (Average, Min & Max Salaries)

The top Mongolian basketball league salaries are associated with the Mongolian National Basketball Association (MNBA). There, overseas players basketball can make up to $9,000 USD/per month with the best MNBA basketball clubs. High-end talent such as former NBA player, Smush Parker, have even come to Mongolia to earn top dollar. But there are more than a few complications playing here. Learn more

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Eastern Canadian Basketball League (ECBL) Player Salary: Player Salaries, Team Salary Cap (Interview with ECBL Sources, 2022)

The Eastern Canadian Basketball League (ECBL) is Canada’s newest professional basketball league that is set open its inaugural season in 2022. Overseas basketball players may be interested in the ECBL as it offers a minimum basketball salary of $1,500 CAD/per month - comparable to other Canadian pro basketball leagues. But there is still a lot to find out about the league. Learn more.

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Puerto Rican Basketball League Salary: Baloncesto Superior Nacional - BSN Wages (2021)

Puerto Rico’s basketball salaries in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional have gone down in recent years but they still remain one of the highest-paying overseas basketball leagues in the Americas. The BSN features a summer-month schedule with salaries reaching six figures for the top-tier players. But it will be difficult to crack a roster. Learn more.

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How to Contact Overseas Basketball Teams: Best Way To Play Overseas Basketball Without Going to College (Germany Pro League Strategy)

Contacting overseas professional basketball teams can be difficult - especially if you lack connections. But with some research and guidance any overseas basketball player - even those with no college experience - will be able to find overseas basketball coaches, teams and get a potential overseas tryout. Germany’s basketball system is a great start for players interested in doing so. Learn more.

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Overseas Basketball Products and Resources: How I became an Overseas Basketball Player (2021)

I’ve invested in hundreds of basketball products and resources over my career. Everything from basketball training equipment to exercise equipment to mental toughness books for athletes. I’d like to share some of the best resources I’ve found over my career. Succeed on and off the basketball court with them. Learn more.

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Armenia Basketball League Salaries [VBET A-League + Armenian Tour]

The Armenia Basketball A-League - or VBET LeagueA - is the top professional division in Armenian basketball. Created in 2017, this league is most known for giving overseas basketball rookies their start in professional basketball. Overseas basketball salaries are in the lower range as a result but this is a great opportunity for those just beginning. Learn more.

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