Lakers superstar James leapfrogged Michael Jordan and into fourth place on the NBA all-time scoring list during Wednesday’s clash against the Denver Nuggets.
The 34-year-old star passed Jordan’s 32,292 total with a layup in the second quarter at Staples Center midweek.
Los Angeles congratulated James and played a tribute video for the three-time NBA champion at the next timeout.
James became emotional on the Lakers’ bench during the video.
The 15-time All-Star signed a four-year, $153.3million contract with the Lakers in the offseason and has averaged 27 points per game this term.
But, the Lakers have not met expectations as they entered Wednesday’s clash with a 30-34 record.
James and Jordan are widely considered the two best players in NBA history. Jordan won six titles and five MVP awards during his 15 seasons with the Bulls and Wizards.
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