A newly released statistic reveals that OnlyFans content creators collectively earned more than NBA players in 2023, underscoring the immense profitability of the platform. According to a report by Basketball Forever, OnlyFans creators brought in a staggering $6.6 billion last year, compared to the $4.9 billion earned by NBA players, a difference of over $1 billion.
The report has sparked widespread discussion, though the earnings gap is largely attributed to the massive number of creators on OnlyFans compared to the relatively small group of NBA players. Despite the collective earnings of OnlyFans creators surpassing those of NBA athletes, the average salary of an NBA player remains significantly higher than that of an individual OnlyFans creator. Top NBA players consistently earn more than most content creators on the platform.
Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors was the highest-paid NBA player last season, earning $51.9 million, with reports suggesting his salary has since increased to $55.7 million. LeBron James earned $47.6 million last season, making him the third-highest-paid player, behind Kevin Durant of the Phoenix Suns, who earned $47.6 million.
In contrast, some OnlyFans creators have earnings that rival even the highest-paid NBA stars. Former Disney star Bella Thorne reportedly makes $11 million per month on the platform, potentially surpassing the annual earnings of any NBA player. Lesser-known creator Bonnie Blue made headlines after earning $250,000 in just 21 days through a controversial challenge during Spring Break.
OnlyFans continues to see rapid growth, with a 28% increase in subscribers last year, reaching 305 million users. The platform has also seen a surge in new creators. Notably, creator Bryce Adams, who operates her business on a 10-acre property, described the vast earning potential in an interview with The Washington Post, stating, "People don’t understand the scale of the opportunity. You can create your own world."
The earnings comparison has ignited reactions on social media. One user humorously remarked, "Doesn't surprise me. I'd rather watch p**n than basketball," while another pointed out the scale difference between the two industries: "2.1 million content creators on OnlyFans, and only 600 NBA players if you count off-season rosters."
The rise in OnlyFans' popularity, both in terms of creators and subscribers, continues to reshape discussions about digital content and entertainment industries.
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