LeBron James Hits 50,000 Points

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LeBron James did it again. On Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena, the Lakers star became the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 total points, a milestone that felt like a celebration of everything he’s given to the game. The moment arrived in the first quarter of a Lakers rout against the New Orleans Pelicans, when LeBron swished a three-pointer that sent the crowd into a frenzy.

The Shot That Made History

LeBron walked into the game with 49,999 combined regular season and playoff points. All eyes were on him, and he delivered early, pulling up from deep and watching the ball splash through the net. The arena erupted—fans on their feet, teammates rushing to dap him up, and the video board flashing “50,000” in bright lights. It wasn’t just another bucket; it was a piece of history, a marker of LeBron’s incredible journey through 22 seasons in the league at the age of 40.

A Number That Tells a Story

This isn’t LeBron’s first scoring record—he already passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s regular season mark with 40,474 points as of March 2025. Add in his roughly 9,526 playoff points, earned through 334 postseason games, and you get the magic 50,000. Nobody else has even come close; Kareem’s combined total was 44,149 when he retired. LeBron’s been a scoring machine his whole career, averaging 27.1 points a game across stints with the Cavaliers, Heat, and Lakers, and he’s still going strong, putting up 25.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 8.8 assists this season.

Not Just a Milestone Night

LeBron dropped 28 points, dished out 12 assists, and grabbed 7 rebounds, steering the Lakers to a 124-98 blowout over the Pelicans. He was everywhere—setting screens, finding open teammates, and knocking down shots like he was still in his 20s. “He’s a legend for a reason,” teammate Anthony Davis said after the game, shaking his head in admiration. Coach JJ Redick added, “It’s unreal to see him still doing this at this level.” The Lakers, now 37-25 and fifth in the West, are counting on LeBron as they chase another playoff push.

More Than Points on a Board

LeBron’s career is a highlight reel—four MVPs, four championships, 20 All-Star nods—but this 50,000-point mark feels special. It’s a testament to how long he’s been great, playing 1,492 regular season games and counting, and still performing like an All-NBA talent in his 40s. He hit 40,000 regular season points just last year against the Nuggets, and now this. Off the court, he’s changing lives with his foundation and speaking out on issues that matter, but on it, he’s still the King. “I’m just thankful to be out here,” LeBron said after the game, his voice carrying the weight of someone who knows how far he’s come.

No Limits

The Lakers head to Sacramento to face the Kings on March 7, and LeBron’s already talking about the next challenge. The playoffs are looming, and the team’s got its sights on another ring. At this point, it feels like there’s nothing LeBron can’t do—he’s rewriting what’s possible in the NBA, one bucket at a time. For the kid from Akron who’s now a global icon, 50,000 points is a milestone, but it’s clear his legacy is still growing.