At 40 years old, LeBron James continues to defy expectations, proving that “Father Time” has yet to slow him down. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar etched his name deeper into the record books by becoming the first player in NBA history to score more than 50,000 career points, combining both regular season and playoff totals.
James, who entered the game needing just one point to reach the milestone, wasted no time, draining a 3-pointer from the left wing off an assist from Luka Doncic. With that shot, his career total climbed to 41,871 regular-season points and 8,162 playoff points, solidifying his status as one of basketball’s greatest scorers.
Lakers on Fire, LeBron Leads the Charge
LeBron didn’t just make history—he delivered another dominant performance, finishing with 34 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists in the Lakers’ commanding 136-115 victory. The win marks their 17th in the last 20 games, pushing Los Angeles to second place in the Western Conference (39-21).
Following the game, James reflected on the magnitude of his achievement, expressing gratitude for the journey.
“It’s a hell of a lot of points, and I’m super blessed to be able to put that many points up in the best league in the world with the best players in the world over my career,” James told Spectrum SportsNet. “It’s pretty special.”
Doncic and Redick Praise LeBron’s Longevity
Even his opponents couldn’t help but marvel at his greatness. Luka Doncic, who shared the floor with James during the historic moment, was in awe.
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“It’s amazing. Watching him do this stuff at this age, it’s just unbelievable,” Doncic said. “Like, 50K points? I can’t even explain how insane that is. He might get to 70K—you never know.”
Lakers head coach JJ Redick also credited James for the team’s remarkable success.
“We wouldn’t be in the position we’re in without him playing at the level he’s been playing at,” Redick said. “And that’s offensively and defensively.”
Another Award for King James
Adding to his historic night, James was also named the Western Conference Player of the Month for February after averaging 29.3 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 6.9 assists while leading the Lakers to a 10-2 record. It’s his first Player of the Month honor since 2020, further proving that, even at 40, he remains a force to be reckoned with.
As LeBron rewrites NBA history, the question now is: how much further can he push the limits of greatness?
