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)
The Los Angeles Lakers extended their longest winning streak in four years to seven games with a 136-115 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. LeBron James finished with 34 points after becoming the first player to score 50,
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