LeBron James had a strong game against Memphis Grizzlies in the first game of the seven-game playoffs series. And even with his 21 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists, all the buzz was about the other younger players of the team. This signifies how strong the team has become after the changes made in February on the last day of the trade deadline. Although nobody focused much on LeBron, his performance actually made the record for being the oldest player to have such stats in the playoffs.
At 38, LeBron James is one of the oldest players in the NBA to have performed with such a stat in the NBA. And it was not even his best performance. It is truly incredible how LeBron has managed to push for so long with the same level of consistency. And even in his 20th season, he is producing some outstanding stats. This season the 38-year-old has been averaging 28.9 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 6.8 assists. The number of rebounds and assists suggests that he has been involved in incredible playmaking as well.
LeBron James Records That Tentalises The World
The 38-year-old has been a crucial figure for the past 20 years in the NBA. James has been to various teams to help them set records and win championship titles. And while doing that, he has set some of the most remarkable records in the history of the NBA. Below you can find some of his best work.
Jordan Has the Most 25-5-5 Games Ever In His Pocket In Playoff History.
In his 20-year career, he has played every playoff game except the two he missed with LA. And in these playoffs, he has scored more than 25-5-5 than any player in the history of basketball. Even Michael Jordan is a little shy of him, with 73 25-5-5 compared to LeBron’s 144.
Most Playoff Games Played
As mentioned above, LeBron James plays in the playoffs almost every year. So, this would automatically justify that he would have played in the most playoff games ever. To date, including his win against the Grizzlies on Sunday, he has played a total of 267 playoff games. And since playoffs are a huge deal in the NBA, it will take an enormous effort for the upcoming player to break this record. The record is even considered very hard to challenge and might end up alongside Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point game.
Most Playoff Wins
The most playoff wins do not necessarily guarantee the most wins, but LeBron James is made of a different material. With relishing the playoffs with the most appearances, he also holds the most wins record. He has won 175 total playoff games in his entire career. The only player active and closer to this record is Draymond Green, with 102 wins.
Most Playoff Points Scored
LeBron James has capitalized well on his chances whenever he is in the playoffs. He even has a more efficient mode for the playoffs, where he losses his connection with social media. Therefore in his 267 career playoffs, he has scored a massive 7,652 points. A number that is almost 2000 points more than MJ’s record.
The Only Player With Four Finals MVPs and Four Season MVPs Besides LeBron James
Everyone in the basketball fraternity is aware of Michael’s 6-6 with Chicago Bulls. This is the major point that distinguishes LeBron James from the GOAT conversation for some people. But in NBA, there are only two players with four MVPs and four regular season MVPs.