In a season where the Los Angeles Lakers continue to lean on the ageless brilliance of their 41-year-old superstar, LeBron James delivered yet another historic moment on Saturday night. Facing the Golden State Warriors on the road, James nailed his first four 3-point attempts, propelling him to 1,002 career threes with the Lakers and etching his name alongside Kobe Bryant as the only two players in franchise history to reach the 1,000 mark.

This milestone arrived during a strong first-half performance that saw James rack up a game-high 20 points on 7-of-10 shooting (including those four triples), plus 4 rebounds and 4 assists by halftime. It was the most 3-pointers he’s made in any single half this season, showcasing that even at 41, The King’s shooting touch remains elite.

 

A Historic Feat in Purple and Gold LeBron’s journey with the Lakers began in 2018, and after eight seasons, he’s now the second-leading 3-point shooter in team history. The all-time Lakers 3-pointers leaderboard now looks like this:

1. Kobe Bryant: 1,827
2. LeBron James: 1,002
3. Derek Fisher: 846
4. Nick Van Exel: 750
5. Byron Scott: 595

To put this in perspective, James has transformed from a primarily mid-range and drive-heavy scorer early in his career to one of the most prolific volume 3-point shooters of his era. His career total stands at 2,618 made threes (including 1,251 with the Cleveland Cavaliers), ranking him among the NBA’s all-time greats from deep. With the Lakers alone, he’s added over 1,000 since joining, a testament to his adaptability and willingness to evolve his game at an advanced age.

 

This achievement is even more impressive considering James is in the midst of the longest continuous tenure with one team in his 23-year NBA career. His current Lakers contract runs through the end of the 2025-26 season—his record-breaking 23rd campaign—and while free agency looms, moments like this remind fans why the Purple & Gold faithful still chant “M-V-P” every time he steps on the floor.

Impact on the Game and Beyond Saturday’s hot start from beyond the arc wasn’t just about personal glory; it gave the Lakers early momentum in a tough road matchup against a Warriors team known for its own shooting prowess. James’ efficiency (those first four attempts going down) helped set the tone, allowing L.A. to stay competitive despite the challenges of playing in Chase Center.

 

At 41, James continues to defy Father Time. He’s not just chasing records—he’s rewriting them. This 1,000th Lakers triple comes on the heels of other recent feats, like becoming the oldest player to post a triple-double and inching closer to even more scoring milestones. His ability to still drop four uncontested (and contested) threes in a half speaks to his conditioning, basketball IQ, and sheer competitiveness.

For Lakers fans, it’s a reminder that the King isn’t done yet. With the season heating up and playoff positioning in play, LeBron’s milestone performance injects belief into a roster that relies heavily on his leadership and scoring.