Lebron James is ready to make NBA history once again. The 40-year-old All-Star player continues to expand his greatness without boundaries. He recently exercised his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season and confirmed that he will play next season.
James is entering his eighth year with the Los Angeles Lakers. As the Lakers are reshaping their roster under new coach JJ Redick and All-Star acquisition Luka Doncic, James is not done chasing championships again in the next season.
LeBron James signs a two year max contract with the Lakers.
— 🎗NBA•Fan🎗 (@Klutch_23) July 3, 2024
• he will officially play eight seasons as a Laker, the largest stint of his career passing Cavs 1.0 pic.twitter.com/pwO1TBiPX1
After a prolonged injury recovery period, when his availability was a big concern for fans and the Lakers’ depth, he aims to return stronger in the upcoming season. This time, he is entering with a list of milestones that prove his elite status and long journey in the NBA so far.
LeBron James’ Unmatchable Records Next Season
Career Wins
With 1.000 regular-season wins, James is closing in on Tim Duncan with 1,001 wins and Robert Parish with 1,014. If the Lakers remain strong and competitive, he could easily surpass both and leave behind only Abdul Jabbar. It’s a testament to James’s effort and consistency throughout the decades.
Season played
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James is entering his 22nd season in 2025-26. He will match or exceed Vince Carter’s record of 22 seasons and become the longest-tenured player in league history. However, in his overall journey, he is standing at 49,999 points after scoring 17 against the Los Angeles Clippers. One more number will make him the first player ever to reach 50,000 points. Moreover, he already passed Abdul Jabbar last season with the NBA’s all-time scoring record.
Regular Season games
Last season, James averaged 24.4 points,8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds in just 50 games. He played 1562 games in the regular season, out of which he won his 1000th game against the Los Angeles Clippers. He is just 50 games away from breaking former Boston Celtics star Robert Parish’s record.
Moreover, the big man won titles with the Miami Heat, the Cleveland Cavaliers, and the Los Angeles Lakers. He is showing no signs of settling down. As the 2025-26 season approaches, James will be expected to deliver his consistent performance and cherish his historic achievements with glory.
