
LeBron James is first NBA player to score 50,000 points. What’s next? Luka Doncic says ‘70K’
LA TimesAnother night, another milestone for LeBron James, although this one did indeed resonate more than most. Becoming the first NBA player to reach 50,000 career points created a particularly alluring way to express and appreciate James’ sustained excellence over 22 seasons. “It’s a hell of a lot of points, and I’m super blessed to be able to put that many points up in the best league in the world with the best players in the world over my career,” he told Spectrum SportsNet in an on-court interview after the Lakers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 136-115 at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/ks0EHSNKSV — Los Angeles Lakers March 5, 2025 Midway through the first quarter, James made a three-point shot from the wing off an assist from his exceptional new running mate, Luka Doncic. The addition of Doncic has clearly invigorated James, who was named the Western Conference Player of the Month for averaging 29.3 points, 10.5 rebounds and 6.9 assists in February.
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