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LeBron James Becomes the Oldest Player to Have a Triple-Double in NBA History

LeBron James, at 41, secured his 123rd triple-double, breaking Karl Malone's age record and ranking fifth all-time in regular-season triple-doubles, as the Lakers won 124-104.

  • On Thursday night, LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers, became the oldest player to record a triple-double against the Dallas Mavericks, finishing with 28 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds.
  • With Luka Doncic sidelined by a hamstring strain, James returned from an injury absence and was aggressive from the opening tip during the Lakers' game on Tuesday.
  • He finished with 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds, completing the triple-double late in the fourth quarter to secure the Lakers' victory.
  • The win improved the Lakers to 33-21 on the season and sent the team into the All-Star break with momentum, marking seven wins in their past 11 games as James heads to the All-Star Game this weekend.
  • At 41 years and 44 days, James surpassed Karl Malone's age record and reached his 123rd triple-double; Redick said, 'I don't take for granted how good he is.
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LeBron James became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double on Thursday in the Los Angeles Lakers' 124-104 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.

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In the middle of season number 23 of the longest race in the history of the NBA, LeBron James continues to achieve triple-doubles — against Mavericks’ Mavericks and against the passage of time. James became the oldest player to sign a triple-double on Thursday night, achieving it at 41 years and 44 days during the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory at 124-104 over the Mavs. James added 28 points and 12 assists when he captured his tenth rebound with 2:…

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Friday, February 13, 2026.
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