James surpassed the mark with a 3-pointer early in the first quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James warms up before an NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans, Tuesday, March 4, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
During the Lakers vs. Pelicans game, LeBron James' career stats' comparison to the NBA franchise sparked mixed reaction on social media.
Yesterday marked LeBron James' 50,000-point milestone—with an assist from Luka Dončić and a three-point shot! Post-game against the New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Lakers' head coach JJ Redick troll
"I'm not going to be alive when somebody breaks this. This might be the most unbreakable record. It took so long for them to break Kareem's [record]. Kareem's [record] stood for, like, what, 30-something years?
The Los Angeles Lakers face the New Orleans Pelicans with key injuries on both sides. LeBron James, listed as probable, leads the Lakers, averaging 24.8 points per game. Despite foot pain, his availability boosts their playoff hopes.