The Legend Continues: How Many More Records Can LeBron Break This Season?

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In the Los Angeles Lakers' 128-121 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, legendary star LeBron James put on a masterclass performance. In 36 minutes of action, he scored 31 points on 12-of-18 shooting, adding 9 rebounds and 6 assists. James was especially dominant in the critical fourth quarter, going a perfect 4-for-4 from the field and 2-for-2 from the free-throw line to finish with 10 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists, helping the Lakers withstand a late Grizzlies rally and securing the win as the game's most impactful player.

With this 31-point outing, the 41-year-old James made history once again, becoming the only player in NBA history to score 30+ points after turning 41. Additionally, this marked the 573rd 30-point game of his career, extending his own all-time record for most 30-point performances.

This season, LeBron is averaging 20.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game. In this remarkable form, he continues to chase several major milestones that could further cement his legendary legacy:

NBA’s All-Time Leader in Field Goals Made

James currently trails Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s record of 15,837 made field goals by just 223 shots. Given that he has made over 400 field goals in each of the past few seasons, reaching this milestone appears well within reach.

NBA’s All-Time Leader in Regular-Season Games Played

He is only 33 games away from surpassing Robert Parish’s record of 1,611 games played. Barring injury, he is highly likely to achieve this feat.

Third Place on the All-Time Assists List

James needs 403 more assists to pass Jason Kidd’s total of 12,091 and move into third place in NBA history. If he maintains his recent assist averages, surpassing Kidd remains a realistic possibility this season.

As he continues to perform at an elite level, LeBron remains on track to add even more historic accomplishments to his already unparalleled career.

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king james

At 41, still capable of such performance, you tell me what it is if not GOAT?

3 months agoReply

Wyn Nioñez

Legend

3 months agoReply

Valdez Alona

,nice

3 months agoReply

Delta Jaguar

James

3 months agoReply

LeBron's strict old father

Stop bragging! The Grizzlies' defensive focus is just on Luka Doncic!

3 months agoReply

luka fatic

Being one of the best players in the league at 41 years is really GOATED.

3 months agoReply

taco bar

41-year-old LeBron James is far superior to 37-year-old Stephen Curry. This season, Curry has many times either turned the ball over or missed shots at crucial moments, costing the team, while LeBron has consistently performed well in the fourth quarter.

3 months agoReply

Junrey Mariño

Yes

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Michael Jordan

Thats what he is doing is to pad stats since winning is impossible for him anymore.Greatness will never be stats alone but by results.its all about winnings...no matter what narratives will inject by leminions & propagandists of leklutch,GOAT is decided long time ago...MJ23.

3 months agoReply

Basketball Note

Unbelievable that he can still score 31 pts at that age.

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