LeBron James Makes History as Lakers Dominate Hawks
LeBron James added another significant milestone to his legendary NBA career by surpassing Michael Jordan’s record for the most 30-point games in league history. The Los Angeles Lakers star scored 30 points in their 119-102 win against the Atlanta Hawks, achieving this feat for the 563rd time. This accomplishment dethrones Jordan, who held the record since 2003. James, at 40 years old and already the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, also climbed to fourth place in all-time games played, with 1,523 career appearances. He now trails only Robert Parish, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Vince Carter in this category, further cementing his place as one of basketball’s most enduring icons.
The Lakers showcased a balanced and dominant performance to secure their seventh victory in nine games. Anthony Davis, returning from an ankle injury, delivered an impressive double-double with 18 points and 19 rebounds. Meanwhile, Austin Reaves contributed 20 points, reinforcing the Lakers' offensive power. Despite an early lead by the Hawks, the Lakers took control midway through the first quarter and never looked back. Atlanta's Trae Young gave a stellar performance with 33 points and nine assists, while Jalen Johnson added 19 points. However, their efforts were not enough to outshine James and his teammates, who maintained control throughout the game.
In other NBA action, the Oklahoma City Thunder extended their winning streak to a franchise-record-tying 14 games with a hard-fought 117-107 win over the New York Knicks. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 33 points, while Aaron Wiggins scored 15 of his 19 points in the final quarter, helping the team rally from a late deficit. This victory also ended the Knicks’ impressive nine-game winning streak. Meanwhile, rookie Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs made headlines with an outstanding performance, scoring 35 points and grabbing 18 rebounds in a narrow 113-110 win over the Denver Nuggets. His critical steal in the final seconds secured the win, underscoring his immense potential as a rising NBA star.
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