LeBron James’ record fuels the debate about the best in the NBA

Since the 2003-2004 season, when he entered the American Basketball League (NBA), he has won 4 championships (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020), 4 times the regular season (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013) and the series final (2012, 2013), 2016, 2020) LeBron James, who received the most valuable player (MVP) award, continues to break new ground.

James, who holds the records for the most NBA player points in playoffs and in total (regular season + playoff), also broke Kerim Abdulcabbar’s regular season record with 38,387 points.

In addition to his superior physique, despite his height of 2.06 meters, James, who forced the opposition’s defenses thanks to his field vision and ball control, increased the record to 38,390 points with 38 points in the game of Oklahoma City Thunder.

Abdülcabbar reached 31,422 points when the calendars marked April 5, 1984 and took the record from Wilt Chamberlain and advanced to leave basketball. 39 years later, James became the new owner of the title.

JUNIOR LEBRON JAMES 38

Already considered one of the best in basketball history and with no intention of slowing down despite his 38 years, LeBron James broke many records throughout his career.

Perhaps the most important factor behind the success of the basketball player nicknamed “The King” was his ability to avoid serious injuries in his 20 years in the NBA, thanks to his work discipline and diet.

James, who reached the highest point average of 31.4 in the 2005-2006 season, and his only king point in the 2007-2008 season, where he scored 30 points per game, set himself apart from other basketball players with his versatile game.

At the age of 20, James became the youngest player to surpass 2,000 points, 500 rebounds and 500 assists in an NBA season, repeating the same statistic at 33, breaking the record for the oldest player in this field. .

Having scored 2,000 points, 500 rebounds and 500 assists in 8 career seasons, James tops the list ahead of Oscar Robertson (6 times).

James, who went down in history as the only NBA player to pass 30,000 points, 10,000 rebounds and 10,000 assists in his regular-season career, also has the distinction of being the only player to pass 10,000 rebounds and 10,000 assists. assists, regardless of stats Aside from James, there are no other names that have reached the 9,000 rebounds and assists limit each.

Selected to the NBA All-Star team for the 19th time in 2023, James shares the record in this arena with Abdülcabbar.

James also holds the titles for the most games played in the playoffs (266) and the most games won (174).

Playing the lead role in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ only championship in 2016, James finished the series with 208 points, 79 rebounds, 62 assists, 18 steals and 16 blocks, becoming the only player to score higher than all players in 5 statistics throughout an NBA. final.
Having won 4 championships with the Miami Heat (2012, 2013), Cleveland Cavaliers (2016) and Los Angeles Lakers (2020) jerseys, James was also recorded as the only player to win the Final Series MVP award with 3 different teams. . .

IS LEBRON JAMES THE BEST IN THE NBA?

Discussions about the “greatest player in NBA history” erupted when LeBron James clinched the regular-season top scorer title, which Abdulcabbar had held for 39 years.

Jerry West, Kobe Bryant, Larry Bird, Shaquille O’Neal, Oscar Robertson, Tim Duncan. All of them basketball players who mean a lot to the NBA. But when the numbers come into play, Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Kerim Abdulcabbar, Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell stand out for the throne of greatest player in league history.

Bill Russell, known for his effective defense and for leading the championship-banning Boston Celtics from the late 1950s to the 1970s, holds the NBA’s most championship-winning player with 11 trophies.

Wilt Chamberlain, who established an overwhelming superiority over his rivals between 1959 and 1973 with his advantage in height and strength, achieved statistics that could not be bettered. Completing the 1961-1962 season with an average of 50.4 points, Chamberlain holds many NBA records, including most points in a game (100) and most rebounds in a game (55).

Kerim Abdulcabbar, the owner of the hook shot, which entered NBA literature as the “skyhook” and is perhaps the most difficult shot to defend in basketball, has 6 NBA championships. Abdülcabbar, who started his career in 1969, is the player selected as MVP of the regular season with 6 awards.

Earvin Johnson, who was known for his rivalry with the Celtics’ Larry Bird in the 1980s, and who won 5 championships with the Lakers, was nicknamed “Magic” for his actions as a point guard with a physical forward. The unprecedented assists of Magic Johnson, a member of the mythical Lakers team called “Showtime”, still grace the credits today.

And Your Highness… Known as “Air Jordan” for his spectacular moves since 1984, when he entered the league, Michael Jordan is remembered for his rare ambition to win, as well as the championships and awards he has won.

Selected as the Final Series MVP with the most 6 awards, Jordan played a leadership role in transforming the NBA from a national league to a globally followed organization. Jordan also holds the records for top scorer averages (10), regular season (30.12) and playoffs (33.4).

Many basketball commentators and basketball fans ask, “Who is the best in the NBA?” LeBron James answers the question. With his latest album, James gave a new argument to those who defended his name in debates. (AA)