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Feb 16, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) acknowledges the crowd after he was introduced as the NBA?s all time leading scorer during in the first half of the game against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 16, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) acknowledges the crowd after he was introduced as the NBA?s all time leading scorer during in the first half of the game against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
LeBron James puts the word greatness to life. Many players have achieved the status of being legendary. However, James’ longevity puts him above most. LeBron’s legend just keeps on growing. He has been in the NBA for 18 years now and he has shown close to no signs of slowing down. Even at 37, he is chasing records. Moreover, he is ever so close to breaking another.
James went into the game against the Raptors 55 points behind Karl Malone in the most points list. With the 36 point game, he is just 19 points away from tying with Karl Malone.
.@KingJames talks with @LakersReporter about Russ' three that forced OT and showing out in front of his good friend @Drake in Toronto. pic.twitter.com/2tfNudaDrO
— Spectrum SportsNet (@SpectrumSN) March 19, 2022
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LeBron James after the game on Friday talked about being just 20 points away from being the No. 2 All-Time leading scorer in NBA history. 20 more points and James will only be behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on the list.
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James considers this an honor. He said that it is always humbling whenever he is linked to any of the greats of the game. The fans are in awe of the never-ending, timeless, eternal spectacle that the career of King James is.
Another day, another chance to change the record books for LeBron James
With 36 points in the much-needed win against the Raptors, LeBron is now just 20 points away from another record-breaking achievement.
LeBron James is only 20 Points away from being the No. 2 All-Time leading scorer in NBA HISTORY. 👑 pic.twitter.com/KvXIvDVd7e
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) March 19, 2022
The fans were obviously and understandably elated. They reacted in kind as James is so close to another record-breaking achievement. There was obviously a mention of Michael Jordan and the GOAT debate.
MJ couldn’t do this
— YB’s Burner 💜💛 (@RATlODBYYB) March 19, 2022
It’s actually crazy that soon he’ll be leading in every statistical category
— mev🌹🏀 (@mevvybear) March 19, 2022
Greatest basketball player of all time
— 🫥 .(30-40) (@Sincerely_Mas0n) March 19, 2022
— Austin N (@ArracetiA) March 19, 2022
It does not make any sense as to why the all time leading scorer cannot be, whoever has the highest NBA points, regularly and post season combined. That said, LeBron will smash it any ways and then it'll be downplayed. Smh!
— Tee$ 🏀 💜💛 ⚽️ 🤍 (@TeeNM10) March 19, 2022
This is why Lebron James is the greatest player of all time
— MONK FANATIC (@therealselena23) March 19, 2022
This is why LeBron James is the greatest basketball player of all time 🐐🐐🐐🐐
— king.james.daily (@CurmickeySucks) March 19, 2022
y'all gotta put the "in the regular season" bit on these tweets just to be clear coz he already number 1 all time in total points already
— The Green Mind (@ELMenteVerde) March 19, 2022
If we're not mistaken, that is for the Season Leader, as Lebron is already the All Time Scoring Leader including Playoffs, Championships etc. CHECK THE PAPER WORK, THOROUGHLY…
— HARDWOOD (@hardwoodbrand) March 19, 2022
this is why he’s the goat
— ty🏝 (47-24) (@BamsEra13) March 19, 2022
LeKing pic.twitter.com/84TzOqt4LC
— 🥷🏿 (@2009Fiend) March 19, 2022
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LeBron’s legacy has been second to none. In terms of numbers, he is most possibly the best in NBA history. He has never failed to entertain, inspire, and perform at the highest level. Even at 37, he shows the ability to play like a player in his prime. His longevity, legacy, and legendary status are quite outstanding. It is fair to say there might never be another LeBron James.
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Mar 18, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) drives to the basket over Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) and Toronto Raptors forward Thaddeus Young (21) during the fourth quarter at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports
The 128-123 victory for the Lakers was a desperate need. Russell Westbrook’s triple-double supported LeBron’s 36 points as he scored 20 points and had 10 rebounds and assists each.
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LeBron has dropped masterclasses many times this season. Despite that, the Lakers are still in a tight spot. If James keeps playing like he has all season, the Lakers might have a chance to play through the play-in tournament and miraculously qualify for the playoffs.
