For the best part of NBA history, most people thought that achieving 40,000 points was nearly impossible. Lakers’ icon Kareem Abdul-Jabber played some exceptional basketball in the league for 20 seasons, and he couldn’t cross the 40,000-point threshold. Someone special had to enter the league to conquer this seemingly insurmountable challenge, and that’s when an 18-year-old LeBron James emerged in the 2003 NBA Draft.

For more than two decades, LeBron has captivated basketball fans worldwide with his thunderous dunks, insane athleticism, and basketball IQ. Moreover, he has lived up to the immense hype that was around him during the nascent stages of his basketball career. However, LeBron’s remarkable career spanning over two decades reached a pinnacle on March 2, 2024, against the Nuggets. In a packed-out Crypto.com Arena, LeBron entered uncharted territory by becoming the first player to score over 40,000 points.

Fans and players around the world gave LeBron his flowers, and rightfully so. And among a multitude of media personalities lauding him, Skip Bayless described Bron’s accomplishment as the most “astonishing” feat in sports history, surpassing even Tom Brady’s longevity in playing until the age of 45. He said, “This is beyond what Tom Brady did.” He further stated that Tom Brady playing till 45 was “way easier” than playing in the NBA at 39 years old.

Skip Bayless’s unexpected praise for LeBron’s remarkable achievement has caught many fans off guard, particularly given his notorious reputation for criticizing LeBron at every opportunity. However, with 40,000 career points now under his belt, the question remains: Can LeBron secure his fifth NBA championship ring?

Can LeBron James lead the Lakers to the 2024 NBA title?

The Los Angeles Lakers have endured a disappointing season so far. However, they have shown a marked improvement in recent performances and results, which has given their fanbase renewed hope that the Lakers could significantly improve in the postseason. They currently occupy the 10th spot in the Western Conference standings, with 33 wins from 62 games.

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However, the Lakers are in touching distance from a guaranteed playoff spot, as the 6th seeded Sacramento Kings have 34 wins from 59 games. It’s increasingly looking like the Lakers would have to take the long route to the playoffs, via the play-in tournament. Having said that, they would be a formidable opponent in the playoffs, but a title win currently looks off the cards. Perhaps they’ll have a better chance next season. Can the Lakers win the 2024 NBA title? Let us know in the comments below!