LeBron James Told His Sons He Was Going To Score 16 Points In The Third Quarter To Break The Scoring Record

LeBron James was confident he could break the scoring record with 16 points in the third quarter after his sons asked him to make it happen.

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Everyone knew that the Lakers’ game against the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight was going to be historic because LeBron James was just 36 points behind the all-time scoring record.

People paid out of their noses to ensure they could be a part of the crowd, despite the possibility of James falling short of 36 points, 6 points over his season average. However, James ensured he broke the record tonight after getting his family and friends in the crowd for the moment.

LeBron James had a 20-point first half to just be within 16 points of the record, something he could’ve easily broken over the final two quarters. But after a conversation with his sons, who asked if he could break the record in the third quarter itself, James told them he would do it. And boy, did he actually do it.

James’ final bucket was a mid-range fadeaway that may have spawned one of the most iconic pictures of this generation. In the front row, you can see Bryce and Bronny amazed as they’re recording a moment in history.


LeBron James Looking At The Future

The Lakers’ season headline can’t be about LeBron becoming the all-time scoring leader in NBA history, no matter how hard they try to paint it as an honor for the franchise as well. James got most of his points in different stops and was supposed to bring titles to LA. He gave them one in 2020 but hasn’t even been a contender in the last 3 seasons, including this one.

Rob Pelinka has just over a day left before the trade deadline shuts and the Lakers are stuck with the roster they have. It’s imperative they make a trade to save their season. Otherwise, LeBron’s history-making night will become a footnote in another lost Lakers season. 

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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