LeBron James, celebrating his 40th birthday today, is much more than a basketball legend. His name is synonymous with an impressive list of records that showcase his extraordinary career. On this special anniversary, we take a look at 40 of his most notable NBA records, which not only highlight his talent but also his exceptional longevity in the league.
Regular Season Records
LeBron James is the man of all records. His total of 57,578 minutes played is a record, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s 57,446 minutes. He is also the only player to have amassed 10,000 points, 10,000 rebounds, and 10,000 assists, an unprecedented feat known as the “triple quintuple.” Additionally, LeBron holds several other youth-related records, including the youngest player to reach 40,000 points at 39 years and 63 days.
He has accumulated a record 1,512 games with 10+ points, surpassing Karl Malone’s 1,509. Other records include 67 Player of the Week awards, 40 Player of the Month awards, and the most seasons averaging 20+ points per season (21 seasons).
Playoff Records
LeBron also shines in the playoffs, with impressive records such as 11,858 minutes played and 8,162 points scored. He also holds the record for the most 30+ point games in the playoffs (122) and the most playoff wins (183). A memorable achievement was his triple-double in a Game 7 of the Finals in 2016, a record he shares with Jerry West and James Worthy.
All-Star Game Records
LeBron is also a star of the All-Star Game. He holds the record for the most All-Star Game selections (20), as well as the most points scored (434). He is also the youngest player to be named MVP of the All-Star Game at the age of 21 years and 51 days.
Other Records
Finally, LeBron holds records beyond the usual statistics. He has amassed 49,293 points in both regular season and playoffs combined, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. He is also the youngest player to have been chosen first overall in a Draft at the age of 18 years and 182 days.
