Yahoo Sports: Unleashing the Thrill of the Game

LeBron James will soon have a powerful new ally on the court as Luka Doncic enters the game alongside him next week. The dynamic duo is poised to bring an unmatched level of skill and teamwork to the court, striking fear into the hearts of their opponents and thrilling fans with their electrifying performances. Get ready to witness basketball greatness at its finest with LeBron and Luka leading the charge!

Thursday night, LeBron didn't need much help — he dropped 42 points on Stephen Curry and the Warriors, not to mention 17 boards and eight dimes, in a Lakers win at home.

LEBRON'S DOMINANCE CONTINUES

42 PTS (season high)
17 REB
8 AST
6 3PM

He joins Michael Jordan as the ONLY players 40 years or older to record 40+ PTS in a game! pic.twitter.com/md8lUfzvdd

— NBA (@NBA) February 7, 2025

With that performance, LeBron became the oldest player in NBA history to score 40+ points in an NBA game (only he and Michael Jordan have scored 40 after age 40).

"What do I think? That I'm old," LeBron said in front of his locker postgame. "I need a glass of wine and some sleep. That's the first thing I think about."

LeBron James is now the youngest (19y, 88d) and the oldest (40y, 38d) player in NBA history to score 40+ PTS. https://t.co/VLYamanXOn pic.twitter.com/dX1W23jiDH

— NBA History (@NBAHistory) February 7, 2025

LeBron later reflected on the moment.

"The biggest thing is we got the win, obviously," he said. "But throughout my journey, anytime I've been named or in the category or whatever the case, crossed paths with any of the greats, it's always humbling. Just to know where I come from. And I love the game so much. So it's pretty cool."