On Tuesday versus the Wizards, LeBron James became just the second NBA player at age 40 or above to achieve this major statistical feat.
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to take on the lowly Washington Wizards in what will be their second-to-last home game before they embark on a six-game road trip
There were no signs of jet lag. James recorded a historic triple-double of 21 points, 10 rebounds and 13 assists in 36 minutes. He punctuated the ageless performance with a highlight dunk that left his son Bronny James in disbelief.
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James discussed the highlight-reel poster dunk on Jonas Valanciunas of the Washington Wizards.
22 years into his NBA tenure, LeBron James is still performing at the top of his game. James joined an exclusive list on Tuesday night during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 111-88 win over the Washington Wizards, joining Karl Malone as the second player in NBA history to record a triple-double after turning 40.
LeBron James becomes second player to record a triple-double in his 40s as Lakers send Wizards to their 11th consecutive loss with 111-88 win.
Needless to say, the Lakers will face a huge challenge when they host the defending NBA champion Celtics on Thursday.
LeBron James’ first triple-double after turning 40 was impressive enough. The fact that he did it one day after flying from Los Angeles to Atlanta and back just so he could cheer on Ohio State at the College Football Playoff championship game?
LeBron James is out here collecting NBA achievements. James turned 40 years old on December 30 and it took him just 3.5 weeks to add to NBA history. During the Los Angeles Lakers 111-88 win over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, James became the second NBA player ever to record a triple-double after turning 40, joining Karl Malone.
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and head coach JJ Redick discussed the team's professionalism against the Washington Wizards.
Following the Los Angeles Lakers' victory over the Washington Wizards, recent acquisition Dorian Finney-Smith reflected on a heartfelt moment between LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, during the game.