LeBron James achieved a monumental feat during the Lakers’ victory against the Utah Jazz, shattering the record for the most regular-season points in NBA history with 39,000 points. This outstanding total is so staggering that it surpasses the combined point totals of Stephen Curry and Giannis Antetokounmpo throughout their respective careers. Even after adding Curry’s 22,123 points from his 14-year tenure and Antetokounmpo’s 16,694 points from his decade-long NBA journey, their combined score still falls short by 221 points when compared to LeBron’s all-time tally. Additionally, during the Lakers’ loss to the Mavericks, LeBron added another 26 points to his final scorecard, cementing his position as one of the greatest players of all time.
Curry and Giannis are currently having a great season, with Curry averaging 29.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists, and Giannis averaging 29.6 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists. Their combined totals will soon surpass that of James, but it’s important to note that James has achieved incredible success throughout his career, including being a two-time league MVP and holding the same number of MVPs as both players combined. After breaking the all-time scoring record, which many thought would be unattainable, James is now seeking new challenges in the regular season. While he is already extending the record to make it unreachable for others, he is also on track to achieve more milestones in the game. Soon, James will become the first player to join the 40,000 points club, a feat that is unlikely to be replicated for a long time to come.
LeBron James is on the verge of becoming the all-time leading scorer in basketball history, trailing just behind Brazilian icon Oscar Schmidt by a few thousand points. While debates about the GOAT status between him and Michael Jordan may continue, there is no denying that his impact on the game is monumental. James is already breaking records in his 21st year in the NBA, with averages of 25.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game. As players today have the potential to play longer than before, James is setting new standards that future greats will be judged by. Stephen Curry has also made an impact with his three-point shooting, but it pales in comparison to what James has accomplished. While Giannis Antetokounmpo is a rising star, his physical style of play may not sustain in the long run. Only time will tell if he can match James’ longevity and scoring prowess. In any case, James’ legacy on the sport will be remembered for ages.
