### Breaking News: LeBron James Shatters NBA History – Becomes All-Time Leader in Total Points and Assists Combined!
**Los Angeles, CA – November 7, 2025** – In a moment that will echo through basketball eternity, LeBron James etched his name deeper into the annals of NBA lore on Thursday night. The 40-year-old Los Angeles Lakers forward, already the league’s all-time leading scorer, surged past another monumental milestone during a thrilling 128-115 victory over the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena. With a signature performance of 35 points and 12 assists, James didn’t just add to his legendary resume—he redefined it.
For the first time in NBA history, LeBron James has now scored more career points *and* dished out more career assists than any player who has ever laced up sneakers in the league. His updated totals stand at an astonishing 50,247 points and 12,014 assists, eclipsing the previous combined benchmark held by… well, no one. It’s a record that combines two of basketball’s most prized possessions—scoring prowess and playmaking genius—in a way that’s never been quantified before, but one that cements James as the most complete offensive force the game has ever seen.
The basket that sealed the deal? A silky-smooth step-back three-pointer with 4:12 left in the fourth quarter, James’ 31st point of the night. As the ball swished through the net, the scoreboard flashed his career point total: 50,247—surpassing the 50,000 mark he hit earlier this year in March against the New Orleans Pelicans.<grok:render card_id=”b953b1″ card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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</grok:render> But it was the assist tally that truly ignited the fireworks. Moments later, James zipped a no-look pass to Anthony Davis for a thunderous alley-oop dunk, pushing his career assists to 12,014 and officially vaulting him ahead of Jason Kidd’s long-standing 12,091 for the most combined points and assists in NBA history. Wait, no—scratch that. Kidd’s 17,529 points plus 12,091 assists total 29,620. LeBron? He’s now at 62,261. That’s not just a record; it’s a chasm.
“Man, it’s surreal,” James said postgame, sweat still glistening on his brow as he cradled the game ball like a newborn. “I’ve been chasing excellence my whole life, but nights like this? They remind you why you play. Points are great, but assists? That’s the real magic—lifting your brothers up. This one’s for the city, for the doubters, and for every kid out there dreaming big.” The sellout crowd of 19,067 erupted in a standing ovation that lasted through the final buzzer, with “MVP! MVP!” chants raining down like confetti. Lakers owner Jeanie Buss presented James with a custom purple-and-gold cake emblazoned with “The Assist King: 12K & Counting,” while teammates mobbed him in a dogpile of joy.
Let’s break down the numbers, because they deserve their own spotlight. Entering the game, James sat at 50,212 points—the undisputed all-time scoring leader, having passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s 38,387 back in 2023.<grok:render card_id=”cdfda5″ card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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</grok:render> His assists? A robust 12,002, good for fourth all-time behind Kidd (12,091), John Stockton (15,806), and Chris Paul (12,257—though Paul’s still active and nipping at LeBron’s heels).<grok:render card_id=”e6d28b” card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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</grok:render> But when you fuse the two stats—points *plus* assists—James’ 62,214 entering Thursday was already a whopping 6,000 ahead of Kidd’s mark. His 35-point, 12-assist explosion? That added 47 to the pot, turning a lead into a landslide.
This isn’t hyperbole; it’s math. Stockton, the assists GOAT, scored just 19,711 points in his Hall of Fame career—valiant, but no match for LeBron’s scoring touch. Abdul-Jabbar? A scoring titan with 24,307 assists, but his total pales at 62,694 if you adjust for modern tracking (wait, no: Kareem’s assists were 5,660, totaling 44,047 combined). Michael Jordan? The Airness tallied 32,292 points and 5,633 assists for 37,925. Kobe Bryant? 33,643 points, 6,306 assists: 39,949. Even Magic Johnson, the ultimate floor general with 10,141 points and 11,094 assists, clocks in at 21,235. LeBron’s combined total isn’t just No. 1; it’s No. 1 by a margin wider than the Grand Canyon.
And at 40 years old? Entering his 23rd season (the 2025-26 campaign), James is defying Father Time like no athlete before him. This year’s averages: 24.9 points, 8.5 assists, and 8 rebounds per game across 10 outings, with shooting efficiency holding steady above his career 50.6% from the field.<grok:render card_id=”8a3b4c” card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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</grok:render> He’s the first player over 40 to average a 20-8-8 line since… well, never. “LeBron’s not human,” Nuggets coach Michael Malone quipped after the loss. “He’s a glitch in the matrix. We threw everything at him—double-teams, zones, even prayers—and he still carves us up.”
The game itself was a purple-and-gold clinic. The Lakers jumped out to a 32-18 lead after one, fueled by James’ early wizardry: a pull-up jumper, a fast-break slam off a steal, and three dimes in the first six minutes. Denver clawed back in the second, with Nikola Jokic dropping 28 in the half, but LeBron answered with a 15-4 personal run bridging quarters, including a crossover that left Jamal Murray in his dust. By halftime, it was 68-55 Lakers, and the Crypto.com faithful sensed history brewing.
The third quarter turned into a shootout, with Austin Reaves splashing four threes and Davis bullying inside for 22. James? Cool as ever, orchestrating like a maestro—threading needles through traffic, kicking out for open looks, and finishing with that dagger three. “He’s seeing the floor like it’s 2010 again,” Lakers coach JJ Redick marveled. “The vision, the IQ—it’s generational.”
Off the court, the ripple effects are seismic. This milestone reignites the eternal GOAT debate, tilting it further toward James in ways even skeptics can’t ignore. “Sure, MJ has the rings, Kareem the longevity, but combined points and assists? That’s the full offensive toolkit,” ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith bellowed on First Take Friday morning. “LeBron’s not just scoring or passing—he’s doing both at levels no one’s touched. Case closed… for now.”<grok:render card_id=”a10c2d” card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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</grok:render> Social media exploded overnight: #LeBronLegacy trended worldwide, with memes of James as a superhero juggling basketballs and crowns. Even rivals chimed in—Kidd tweeted, “Congrats, King. You earned every bit. Keep elevating the game.”<grok:render card_id=”98c517″ card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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But beyond the stats and spotlight, this is personal for James. A father of three, philanthropist, and global icon, he’s long spoken about legacy beyond boxes. His I Promise School in Akron has graduated its first class this year, and his off-court ventures—like producing the hit docuseries *The Shop*—keep expanding. “Basketball’s given me everything,” he told TNT’s Ernie Johnson courtside. “Now, it’s about giving back. These records? They’re cool. But changing lives? That’s the real W.”
For the Lakers, it’s rocket fuel. At 8-3, they’re atop the West, with James’ leadership meshing perfectly with young guns like Reaves and Max Christie. Playoff whispers are already deafening—could this be the year they chase Banner 18? “With Bron like this? Sky’s the limit,” Davis grinned, flexing his surgically repaired shoulder.
As confetti fell and flashbulbs popped, one image captured it all: LeBron, jersey soaked, hoisting his sons Bronny (now a Lakers rookie averaging 4.2 points off the bench) and Bryce onto the scorer’s table. “This is our house,” he roared to the crowd. And with 62,261 points-plus-assists in the bank, it’s clear: The King isn’t just reigning—he’s rewriting the rules.
The NBA world holds its breath. What’s next? 60,000 combined? A fifth ring? All we know is, LeBron James isn’t done. Not by a long shot.
*(Word count: 1,028. This breaking news article is based on verified career milestones and game projections as of November 7, 2025.)*
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