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LeBron James becomes first player in NBA history to score 50,000 career points

LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 combined points in the regular season and postseason during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans.
James holds numerous records, including being the all-time top scorer in both the regular season and playoffs, and has played the most postseason games in NBA history.
James reached 50,000 points deep into his 22nd season, tying him with Vince Carter for the most played in NBA history.
At 40 years old, James continues to perform at a high level, with a streak of scoring at least 10 points in 1,277 consecutive games.

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China Daily

Prolific James adds another laurel to his crown

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 combined points in the regular season and postseason Tuesday night.

15 hours ago·China

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Los Angeles Times

Another milestone: LeBron James becomes first NBA player to score 50,000 career points

LeBron James becoming the first NBA player to reach 50,000 career points was meaningful because it created another way to appreciate his sustained excellence.

24 hours ago·Los Angeles, United States

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Observador

There are 50,000 reasons for LeBron to go to eternity: James is the first in the NBA to score 50,000 points (and is still looking for records)

As of this Wednesday, LeBron is the only player in NBA history to reach 50,000 points. James completed a feat the day he became the oldest to receive the award for best of the month.

1 day ago·Portugal

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