In a highly anticipated matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings, LeBron James made NBA history by advancing on the all-time three-pointers made list. Entering the game with 2,280 career three-pointers, James surpassed Jason Terry’s record of 2,282, securing the eighth spot on the list. His next target is Vince Carter, who sits at 2,290 three-pointers.

The NBA congratulated James on his achievement, tweeting, “Congrats to @KingJames of the @Lakers for moving to 8th all-time in 3-pointers made!” This milestone adds to James’ remarkable career, as he continues to excel even at the age of 38.

Throughout the season, James has been a key contributor for the Lakers, averaging 24.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. He boasts an impressive shooting percentage of 56.7% from the field and 36.5% from beyond the arc in the ten games played so far. His consistent performance has solidified his status among the top players in the league, making him a strong candidate for his 20th consecutive NBA All-Star Game appearance.

As for the Lakers, they currently hold a 6-5 record and are riding a three-game winning streak. In their most recent victory, they defeated the Memphis Grizzlies with a convincing score of 134-107. James played a pivotal role, contributing 16 points, five rebounds, four assists, and three steals in just 23 minutes of play. The team now looks ahead to their upcoming game against the Portland Trail Blazers in Oregon.

With a remarkable 21-season NBA career, James boasts impressive career averages of 27.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 7.3 assists, and 1.5 steals per game. He has maintained a shooting percentage of 50.5% from the field and 34.5% from beyond the arc throughout his illustrious career.