In one of the most historic moments in basketball history, LeBron James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA’s all-time leading scorer on February 7, 2023.
The record had stood unchallenged for nearly four decades, with Kareem’s 38,387 points considered untouchable by many. But LeBron, in his 20th NBA season, showed no signs of slowing down. What makes this achievement even more incredible is that LeBron has never been seen as a pure scorer—he’s known for his playmaking, leadership, and all-around game.
Yet here he is, atop the mountain, proving once again that he might be the most complete player the game has ever seen. This moment didn’t just solidify his legacy—it reignited the GOAT debate.
