LeBron James Makes History: Surpasses 47,000 Career Points, Becomes NBA’s All-Time Top Scorer

LeBron James has etched his name in NBA history by becoming the all-time top scorer, surpassing the remarkable milestone of 47,000 career points. This achievement unfolded during the 2023/24 season, where the 38-year-old Lakers star not only exceeded 39,000 regular season points but also secured the NBA Cup for the first time. In a pivotal game on February 7, 2023, LeBron James outshone Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, previously holding the record with 38,387 regular season points. James scored 38 points in a memorable match against the Oklahoma City Thunder, bringing his total to 38,390 regular season points. Since then, he has continued to extend his record, concluding the 2022/23 season with an impressive 38,652 regular season points.This season saw another significant triumph for James, as he led the Los Angeles Lakers to victory in the NBA In-Season Tournament final against the Indiana Pacers with a scoreline of 123-109. This achievement marked him as the first man to lift the NBA Cup.