LeBron James achieved a monumental milestone on March 3, 2025, by becoming the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 career points during a regular season game against the Portland Trail Blazers. In the third quarter of the game, LeBron hit a mid-range jumper that propelled him past the 50,000-point mark, a feat that has never been accomplished in the league before. After the game, LeBron expressed his emotions about the achievement, stating, ‘I just want to thank my family, my teammates, and everyone who has been part of this journey. 50,000 is crazy, and I never could have imagined it.’ The Los Angeles Lakers ultimately secured a victory against the Trail Blazers with a score of 120-106. LeBron’s historic point total now stands at 50,003, further solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. He surpassed previous scoring legends, including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who held the all-time scoring record before LeBron’s ascent to dominance in the league. The veteran forward has been on a scoring tear this season, continuing to defy age and extend his impressive career, which began back in 2003. As LeBron continues to play and break records, fans and analysts alike are eager to see just how high he can elevate his scoring totals by the end of this season, which has seen his averages remain impressive.
LeBron James Makes History as First Player to Reach 50,000 Career Points in NBA Regular Season
