LeBron James made history by surpassing Michael Jordan for the most 30-point games in NBA history during the Los Angeles Lakers' 119-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. The 40-year-old superstar scored 30 points, marking the 563rd time he has reached this milestone. This achievement further solidifies his status as the league's all-time leading scorer.
In addition to his scoring feat, James also moved into fourth place for the most games played in NBA history, now with 1,523 games. He trails only legends Robert Parish, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Vince Carter. Alongside James, Anthony Davis contributed significantly with 18 points and 19 rebounds, while Austin Reaves added 20 points, helping the Lakers secure their seventh win in nine games.
For the Hawks, Trae Young led the effort with 33 points and nine assists, while Jalen Johnson chipped in 19 points. Despite an early lead, the Hawks could not maintain their advantage as the Lakers took control of the game.
Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder continued their impressive form, extending their winning streak to 14 games with a 117-107 victory over the New York Knicks. The Thunder overcame an 88-80 deficit heading into the final quarter, with Aaron Wiggins scoring 15 of his 19 points in that period. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the top scorer for the Thunder with 33 points, while Jalen Williams added 20.
In another thrilling matchup, Victor Wembanyama delivered an outstanding performance for the San Antonio Spurs, finishing with 35 points, 18 rebounds, and four assists, leading the Spurs to a narrow 113-110 victory against the Denver Nuggets.
