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20-12-2024
LeBron James has rewritten history again. On December 19, 2024, during the Lakers’ victory over the Sacramento Kings, James surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s record for the most minutes played in NBA history.
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James, 39, now holds the record with 57,471 minutes played, overtaking Abdul-Jabbar’s 57,446 minutes set in 1989.
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After the game, James credited his longevity to hard work and dedication. “It’s just a commitment to the craft and to the passion and love I have for the game. I don’t take much time in the off-season.”
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LeBron James is no stranger to breaking records. In 2023, he surpassed Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time scoring record of 38,387 points. Today, his career total exceeds 41,000 points.
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Additionally, James has logged 11,838 playoff minutes, bringing his total playing time to nearly 70,000 minutes—the equivalent of 1,458 full games.
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As James approaches his 40th birthday, his commitment to the game remains unmatched. With every record he breaks, his legacy as one of basketball’s greatest players continues to grow.
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