The Lion Denver Nuggets, the famous “Rocky”, is the highest paid mascot in NBA.
While the average annual salary for NBA mascots is $60,000 a year, a Sports Business Journal study found that someone who wears a Rocky costume, which earns 900% more than the average mascot, earns up to $625,000 a year.
Also, “Harry”, the eagle from the Atlanta Hawks, makes $600,000 a year, and “Benny”, the bull from the Chicago Bulls, makes $400,000. Also “Go”, the Phoenix Suns gorilla reaches $200,000 a year, and “Ugo” of the Charlotte Hornets reaches $100,000.
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Source: Kathimerini
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