NBA: LeBron James creates history, becomes first player to reach 10k points, 10k rebounds and 10k assists

NBA: LeBron James creates history, becomes first player to reach 10k points, 10k rebounds and 10k assists

FPJ Web DeskUpdated: Monday, March 14, 2022, 12:46 PM IST
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LeBron James | Photo: AFP

LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to reach 10,000 points, rebounds and assists respectively during the Lakers' 140-111 loss to the Suns on Sunday.

James recorded his 10,000th assist during the second quarter in a pass to Carmelo Anthony for a 3-pointer.

Thirty-eight players in NBA history have 10,000 points and 10,000 rebounds. Of those players, the closest to 10,000 assists are Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (5,660) and Kevin Garnett (5,445).