NBA history now belongs to LeBron James because he surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar‘s historic individual points record. At 38 years old LeBron James accomplished the 38,387 all-time points mark that Kareem Abdul-Jabbar held to finally claim first place. And a place at the first position of the NBA all-time leading scorer table.
The sport has welcomed a new milestone after LeBron James surpassed the record that held since 1974. During a crucial Thunder game against Oklahoma City he hit his 38,388th NBA point thus earning his position as the league’s top points scorer.
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So let’s explore the top 10 basketball players in the NBA all-time leading scorer list:
10. Moses Malone – 27,409
9. Carmelo Anthony – 28,289
8. Shaquille O’Neal – 28,596
7. Wilt Chamberlain – 31,419
6. Dirk Nowitzki – 31,560
5. Michael Jordan – 32,292
4. Kobe Bryant – 33,643
3. Karl Malone – 36,928
2. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – 38,387
1. Lebron James – 38,388
FAQ
Which basketball player is the NBA’s all-time leading scorer?
Lebron James is the NBA’s all-time leading scorer– 38,388
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