LeBron James first player to surpass 50,000 points

LeBron James became the first NBA player to score 50,000 combined points, leading the Lakers to a 136-115 win over the Pelicans.

The 40-year-old hit the milestone with a 25-foot three-pointer off a Luka Doncic assist.

He finished with 34 points, bringing his career total to 60,149—over 6,000 ahead of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

His record includes 41,871 regular-season and 8,162 postseason points. James, now in his 22nd season, ties Vince Carter for the most in NBA history. Magic Johnson and others praised his achievement.

James was also named Western Conference Player of the Month, averaging 29.3 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 6.9 assists.