LeBron James sets an inimitable NBA record with a dazzling show against the Memphis Grizzlies

Last updated:November 7, 2024, 1:45 PM IST

LeBron James is not only the youngest NBA star to score more than 35 points and more than five three-pointers in a game, but also the oldest to do so.

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In a feat of unimaginable consistency, with today's game against the Grizzlies, LeBron not only became the oldest NBA star to score more than 35 points and more than five three-pointers in a game.

What's interesting about this record is that at 18 years old, LeBron also holds the record of being the youngest player to ever achieve the same statistic in an NBA game.

The 39-year-old took today's game against the Grizzlies by storm, scoring 39 points at the FedEx Forum. LeBron added seven rebounds and six assists to his tally, but it still wasn't enough for the LA Lakers to win. Through the combined efforts of Jaren Jackson Junior, Jaylen Wells and Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies earned a 131-114 victory.

The game between LA Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies witnessed a heated moment between LeBron James and Ja Morant.

In a heated possession, Morant scored and provoked Gabe Vincent with the undersized celebration that just didn't go over well with LeBron. The multiple NBA MVP returned the favor to Morant on the next possession and shoved the insufficient celebration in his opponent's face.

Ja Morant finally had the last laugh as the LA Lakers ended in defeat. The LA Lakers next host the Philadelphia 76ers on November 9th. The Memphis Grizzlies will face the Washington Wizards on the same day.