LeBron James Shatters Age Records with Unbelievable Triple-Double Performance—What He Did Next Will Shock You!

LeBron James, a name synonymous with basketball greatness, has once again etched his legacy deeper into the annals of NBA history. In a career spanning an astonishing 23 seasons, this 41-year-old phenom shattered records by becoming the oldest player ever to notch a triple-double. Last Thursday, Feb. 12, at home, LeBron spearheaded the Los Angeles Lakers to a commanding 124-104 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, putting up 28 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds—leading his squad across the board. It wasn’t just any triple-double; it marked his first this season, and it added to a staggering total of 123 regular-season triple-doubles, cementing his spot fifth all-time behind the likes of Westbrook, Jokic, Robertson, and Magic Johnson. If you ask me, witnessing LeBron continue to dominate at this stage is nothing short of remarkable — a true testament to his relentless dedication and timeless skill. LEARN MORE

LeBron James continues to add his name to the NBA history books.

In his 23rd season, the 41-year-old became the oldest player to produce a triple-double.

James produced 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds, leading his team in all three categories as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Dallas Mavericks, 124-104, at home on Thursday, Feb. 12.

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It’s also his first triple-double of the season. James finished the 2024-25 season with 10.

He is fifth on the NBA’s all-time regular-season triple-doubles list with 123. He trails just Russell Westbrook (207), Nikola Jokic (184), Oscar Robertson (181) and Magic Johnson (138).

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The many faces of basketball legend LeBron James

Gold medalist LeBron James of Team United States celebrates on the podium during the Men’s basketball medal ceremony on day fifteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on Aug. 10, 2024 in Paris, France.

LeBron James stats vs. Mavericks

  • Points: 28

  • FG: 10-for-20 (2-for-7 3-point shooting)

  • Free Throws: 6-for-7

  • Rebounds: 10

  • Assists: 12

  • Turnovers: 4

  • Minutes: 35

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