LeBron James becomes both oldest and youngest player to score 40 points in the NBA story

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LeBron James is in his 40s. At one point it means something.

But not now. Los Angeles Lakers star recorded 42 points, 17 rebounds and eight assists on Thursday in a 120-112 win over the Golden State Warriors, making him the oldest player in the NBA story to score 40 points, while they were also the youngest to do it.

The only other player who scored 40 at 40: Michael Jordan, the object of James’ endless comparison.

James’ performance included 6-of-9 shooting from 3-point range, including a stretch of three equal 3-PoINTS that ended up withdrew from the logo.

The game was between two teams in a transition mode. Lakers are still waiting for Luka Dončić to completely come to Curry’s supportive crew.

Curry joined James in the recording of a timeless performance when NBAS 3-point king ended with 37 points after trying to get Warriors back in it over the second half.

Los Angeles, California - February 06: LeBron James #23 from Los Angeles Lakers responds during a 120-112 victory against the Golden State Warriors in the second half in Crypto.com Arena on February 6, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Note to the user: User expresses and expressly accepts that the user, by downloading and or using this photograph, accepts the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)Los Angeles, California - February 06: LeBron James #23 from Los Angeles Lakers responds during a 120-112 victory against the Golden State Warriors in the second half in Crypto.com Arena on February 6, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Note to the user: User expresses and expressly accepts that the user, by downloading and or using this photograph, accepts the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

LeBron James continues to tread Father Time (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Despite the loss of Davis, Lakers has now won four straight matches and is currently sitting at the fifth at the Western Conference of 30-19.