After 23 seasons in the NBA, LeBron James, the star of the Los Angeles Lakers, continues to redefine what it means to be a basketball legend. Last Thursday, he reached yet another impressive milestone by becoming the all-time leading scorer in field goals made in the league, a feat that further solidifies his legacy in the sport.
James, at 41 years old, achieved this historic milestone in the first quarter of the game against the Denver Nuggets, with a smooth fadeaway jumper that has been perfected over decades of dedication and hard work. With this shot, the star surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who previously held the record with 15,837 field goals made during his 20-year career, most of which was spent with the Lakers.
This milestone is not an isolated case. James has already surpassed Abdul-Jabbar in several other categories, including minutes played, field goals attempted, and, most notably, points scored. The points record was set in 2023 during a thrilling game in which the Lakers lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder. In that game, LeBron made the historic basket with a fadeaway at the end of the third quarter, a moment that will be etched in the memories of fans.
Throughout his record-setting career in the NBA, James has not only accumulated extraordinary numbers but has also garnered a series of awards and recognitions, including 22 All-Star Game selections, 21 All-NBA Team inclusions, six selections to the defensive team, and four NBA championships. His impending inclusion in the Hall of Fame is a formality, given his impact on the game.
Meanwhile, James’ future remains uncertain. With his contract set to expire at the end of the 2025-26 season, many have speculated that he might announce his retirement this offseason, but so far he has made no such statement. This leaves open the possibility of a return for his 24th season in the NBA, an idea that electrifies fans.
With a current performance that includes averages of 21.6 points, 7.0 assists, and 5.6 rebounds per game, James shows that he still has much to offer. Beyond the pursuit of another championship, the player has no further goals to achieve in the NBA, except perhaps for definitive recognition as the greatest of all time, a contest that remains fierce with Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan.
LeBron’s career is a testament not only to his exceptional skill on the court but also to his longevity and resilience. It is almost certain that, before the end of the 2025-26 season, he will also become the player with the most games played in NBA history. No one in the league has had such a lasting impact. The various records that James has set are undeniable proof of his greatness, and it is undeniable that he will be remembered as one of the best—if not the best—to have ever played the game.
**NBA All-Time Field Goals Scoring Leaders:**
1. LeBron James – 15,838 (and counting)
2. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – 15,837
3. Karl Malone – 13,528
4. Wilt Chamberlain – 12,681
5. Michael Jordan – 12,192
6. Kobe Bryant – 11,719
7. Shaquille O’Neal – 11,330
8. Dirk Nowitzki – 11,169
9. Kevin Durant – 11,075
10. Elvin Hayes – 10,976
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