LeBron James Create History: First NBA Player to Reach milestone 40,000 Points

LeBron James, the iconic Lakers forward, has once again etched his name in NBA history with an astonishing feat. In Saturday’s game against the Denver Nuggets, James became the first player ever to reach the 40,000-point milestone. His historic layup, breezing past Michael Porter Jr., occurred with 10:39 remaining in the second quarter, adding another remarkable achievement to his illustrious career.

Despite James’ impressive performance, tallying 26 points and 9 assists, the Lakers succumbed to a 124-114 defeat against the Nuggets. Reflecting on the loss, James expressed disappointment at achieving such a milestone amidst a defeat, particularly against a formidable opponent. He acknowledged the Lakers’ commendable effort but lamented their inability to secure the win.

This latest record marks the second time in just over a year that the basketball world has marveled at James’ greatness. Previously, he surpassed Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA’s all-time leading scorer in February 2023. Abdul-Jabbar, with 38,387 career points, remains second on the list, while the late Kobe Bryant holds the fourth position with 33,463 points.

James reached the 40,000-point mark in his 1,475th career game, showcasing his enduring dominance in the league. By comparison, Abdul-Jabbar achieved the milestone in 1,560 appearances. Additionally, James holds the NBA record for the most consecutive games scoring at least 10 points, achieving double digits in an impressive 1,161 straight appearances.

In a recent interview following the Lakers’ overtime victory against the Washington Wizards, James reflected on his scoring record. He emphasized that becoming the all-time leading scorer was never a predetermined goal but rather a natural outcome of playing the game with passion and skill. James remains focused on his ongoing career, acknowledging that his scoring prowess will continue until he decides to retire.

With an extraordinary resume boasting four NBA titles, including one with the Lakers in 2020, James is undeniably a future first-ballot Hall of Famer. His accolades also include four NBA Finals MVPs, four regular-season MVPs, and 13-time All-NBA First Team honors, cementing his status as one of the greatest players in basketball history.