Post #62004 - 06/03/2023 07:44:39

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LeBron James rewrote the record books Tuesday night, climbing to the summit of the NBA's all-time scoring list, pa sing Kareem-Abdul-Jabbar's longstanding record.LeBron's history-making bucket came in the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder, with a fadeaway overKenrich Williams.It was a night of celebration atCrypto.com Arena, with LeBron's family and friends in attendance for the historic occasion, along with a host of celebrities courtside taking in the action.In addition to Abdul-Jabbar, the stars came out to show their support. Magic Johnson, Denzel Washington, Dwyane Wade, Jay-Z, and many more were in the building for The King's historic night.With LeBron writing a new chapter in NBA history, take a look at how his historic night unfolded.SIGN UP TO WATCH EVERY GAME ON NBA LEAGUE PASS: | LeBron arrived at Crypto.com Arena in all black. He meant busine s.Charles Oakley approved.Nephew got the all black on RIP to the scoring record Charles Oakley (@CharlesOakley34) The hype for the moment began before the game had tipped, with all eyes on LeBron during warmups.No better time to practice your skyhook!36 points to history. The King takes the court. : Lakers-Thunder: 10pm/et on TNT NBA (@NBA) The calm before the storm.This photo of LeBron : Devan Dubnyk Jersey laker scene / IG (@sportingnews) Los Angeles Lakers legend and the current all-time leading scorer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar made sure to be courtside for the historic moment.Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in the Mikael Granlund Jersey house for Lakers-Thunder.LeBron James is 36 points away from pa sing Kareem.(via ) ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) Of course, LeBron had to get things started with a customary chalk to s.Chasing history. Keeping tradition.LeBron's quest for the all-time scoring record is live now on TNT. NBA (@NBA) With 7:04 remaining in the first quarter, LeBron got his first bucket of the night, draining the corner triple to a raucous ovation from the Los Angeles crowd.LeBron buries the 3 for his first bucket on TNT!33 points to the all-time scoring record. NBA (@NBA) It was a star-studded affair in Los Angeles, with a host of celebrities on hand to witne s history, including Jay Z, Denzel Washington, Shannon Sharpe, Dwyane Wade, and LL Cool J. Corey & Jay! NBA (@NBA) Bronny and Bryce James were on hand to watch their dad make history.Bronny x Bryce.( ) Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) Midway through the second quarter, with LeBron at the free throw line, the Lakers fans delivered MVP chants...and rightfully so as he piled up the points early.LeBron receives MVP chants at the line He's 22 points away from the all-time scoring record on TNT. NBA (@NBA) It really did feel like every celebrity was in the house for LeBron's big night, with Floyd Mayweather and Usher kicking it Jason Pominville Jersey courtside.Floyd & Usher courtside! in LA NBA (@NBA) ....and Grammy Award-winning artist Bad Bunny, who was repping Kareem-Abdul-Jabbar on his shirt!LeBron is 16 points away from the all-time scoring record. in LA is packed to witne s. NBA (@NBA) Needing 16 points for the record, LeBron had to consult his son Bronny.LeBron: "Go ahead and get it?"Bronny: "Go ahead."LeBron: "I'll get it." NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) LeBron wasn't leaving anything to chance, draining back-to-back triples to get to within eight points midway through the third quarter.BACK-TO-BACK LEBRON THREES. He's 8 points away from the all-time scoring record on TNT! NBA (@NBA) HISTORY FOR LEBRON!!In the final minute of the third quarter, LeBron created history, draining the fadeaway overKenrich Williams.38,388 POINTSLeBron James hits the fadeaway jumper to become the NBAs all-time leading scorer! NBA (@NBA) It's a heck of a view from the top.Congrats to of the for becoming the NBAs all-time leading scorer! NBA (@NBA) An iconic moment as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar honors LeBron James for his historic achievement.An incredible moment between two of the all-time greats. NBA (@NBA) What a moment for The King!LeBron soaks it all in NBA (@NBA) Family busine sBronny and Bryce react to LeBron breaking the all-time NBA scoring record NBA (@NBA) As LeBron James etched his name in the history books, the Twitter timeline was showing plenty of love from the sports and entertainment world.Check out some of the best reactions and tributes below:"This is one of the greatest accomplishments in sports history."Some of the best to ever do it congratulate NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) This historic moment is so special because we will never see another LeBron James. Hes always been a pa s-first leader whose ability to make his teammates better is one-of-a-kind; which makes his breaking the record even more incredible! Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) Kongrats King!! Glad to say Ive shaken your hand brudda. God ble s you and the fam and the homies. Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) Eric Staal Jersey Congrats legendary stuff right there #38388 Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) 38388 and counting congratulations !! Chris Paul (@CP3) History loading DWade (@DwyaneWade) Witne sed Greatne s. The Blueprint is there.!Congrats Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) On a step back too! !!!! Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) Congratulations !!!! This man has been in the spotlight and burdened with the highest expectations since he was a teenager. And hes done nothing but exceed those expectations and build a historic legacy. What an incredible accomplishment! John Legend (@johnlegend) . thats all that needs to be said Usher Raymond IV (@Usher) Bruno Mars (@BrunoMars) Unbelievable!! Congrats Dirk Nowitzki (@swish41) He really said he could be the scoring title. And went and did it. Congrats Gotta believe it to see it. Dwight Howard (@DwightHoward) Salute to The King Matt Barnes (@Matt_Barnes22) Mike Conley (@mconley11) s/o Bron, the word generational cant even explain it man Tyrese Haliburton (@TyHaliburton22) Fred VanVleet (@FredVanVleet) Congrats ! andre (@andre) True Greatne s. Incredibly grateful to have witne sed and been a part of your journey. History made.38,388 Kevin Love (@kevinlove) Glad that our son could witne s an historical moment like this one. Congrats LeBron, HUGE accomplishment Nicolas Batum (@nicolas88batum) All time scoring record is crazy. Witne s history Seth Curry (@sdotcurry) Congratulations to for becoming NBA all-time Matt Dumba Jersey scoring leader!!!True champion!!! Unbelievable competitor!!! Respect!!! Bogdan Bogdanovic (@LeaderOfHorde) Incredible ! DeMar DeRozan (@DeMar_DeRozan) WW! Congratulations Penny Hardaway (@Iam1Cent)