REPOER: Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James to Reach Historic 49,000-Point Mark Soon

The Los Angeles Lakers will always have a shot of making a deep postseason run as long as they have LeBron James in the roster. The Akron, OH native has always been a standout performer in every basketball squad he’s been a part of, and this season is no exception.

While some of the narratives involving him focused on the historic moment he recently shared with Bronny, eyes are still zeroed in on whether the future Hall of Famer can return to the Finals with JJ Redick leading the team tactically.

Los Angeles Lakers: Nike Has Perfect Reaction to Historic LeBron James, Bronny Moment 10 Oct 22, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and guard Bronny James (9) warm up before a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

Looking at the first two games the Purple and Gold played this season, the Lakers are doing just fine. It would have been understandable if they stumbled against either the Minnesota Timberwolves or Phoenix Suns, but the Purple and Gold are looking to finish their first string of home games at the Crypto.com Arena with wins.

As if to make things better for King James’ fans, one of the greatest players to set foot on the hardwood is approaching an incredible scoring highlight.

LeBron James to reach 49,000 points with the Los Angeles Lakers this season

Los Angeles Lakers: Anthony Davis’ Perfect Reminder About LeBron James’ Latest Milestone 3 Oct 22, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dunks against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Joe Ingles (7) during the second quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

The Olympics published a straightforward piece that was direct its core message: LeBron James will reach 49,000 points with the Los Angeles Lakers this season.

Aside from reminding hoops fans of King James’ dominance, the piece wrote about how the forward managed to inch close to such a number:

The Los Angeles Lakers star, who turned 40 on 30 December, overtook Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in career points during a memorable game on 7 February 2023, scoring 38 to give himself a total of 38,390 regular season points, in a 133-130 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Abdul-Jabbar had held the record with 38,387 points in regular season games.

His most dedicated detractors may deny it, but seeing LeBron so high up the scorers list is a legitimate sign that he’s one of the best basketball athletes ever to do it.

King James will be vital for the Lakers’ match vs. the Kings

Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James to Reach Historic 49,000-Point Mark Soon 3 Sep 30, 2024; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) watches as ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin (center) interviews forward LeBron James (23) during media day at the UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

James is a terrifying scorer to face, but the fact that he’s more than a scorer makes him a nightmare matchup for any player across the league.

Across his 22-year career, the four-time NBA champ has averaged 27.1 points, 7.5 rebounds, 7.4 assists, and 1.5 steals a game.

While the Lakers are still far from a lock for the playoffs, James will do everything to make sure they make it back to June basketball.