The Unthinkable Has Happened: James’ Legendary 18-Year Record Shattered—Who Dared to Break It?

LeBron James, the man who’s redefined basketball longevity, saw his jaw-dropping streak of 1,297 straight regular-season games hitting double digits in points finally come to a close during the Lakers’ nail-biting 123-120 triumph over the Toronto Raptors. At 40 years young, LeBron’s night was a rare off-scoring night—he logged just eight points but dazzled with 11 assists, including the slick dish that set up Rui Hachimura’s buzzer-beater. It’s wild to think this ironman hadn’t dipped below 10 points since January 2007, shattering Michael Jordan’s previous mark by a massive 431 games. Sure, he struggled from the floor—just 4-for-17 shooting and no triples falling—but his court vision and leadership never faltered. Meanwhile, with MVP favorite Luka Doncic missing, Austin Reaves stepped up huge with a 44-point double-double. This moment doesn’t diminish LeBron’s legacy; after all, in March he became the first to amass 50,000 points across NBA regular season and playoffs—an unheard-of milestone that cements his place among the immortals. To soak in the full story and all the electrifying details, LEARN MORE.

LeBron James’ incredible run of 1,297 regular-season NBA games scoring 10 or more points ended as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Toronto Raptors 123-120.

James, 40, scored eight points against the Raptors and handed out 11 assists, including the pass for Rui Hachimura to score the buzzer-beating game-winner.

“Just playing the game the right way,” said James, who is in his unprecedented 23rd season.

“Always make the right play. That’s how I was taught the game.”

James last failed to score in double digits in January 2007, breaking Michael Jordan’s previous record by 431 games.

James struggled with his shot for much of the night, connecting on just four of 17 and missing all five of his three-point attempts.

With the NBA’s leading scorer Luka Doncic absent for personal reasons, Austin Reaves delivered a double-double of 44 points and 10 assists for the Lakers.

In March, James became the first player to score 50,000 points in NBA regular season and play-off matches.