LeBron resets NBA record as oldest player with 3 straight triple-doubles
LeBron James reset an NBA record he already owned in the Los Angeles Lakers' 128-123 victory Wednesday over the Memphis Grizzlies.
The four-time MVP became the oldest player ever to register three straight triple-doubles, breaking the mark he established just over five years ago.
LeBron James has become the oldest player in NBA history with 3 consecutive triple doubles.
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) November 14, 2024
He has 30 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds for the Lakers. pic.twitter.com/BtJHt9e80m
James finished with 35 points, 14 assists, 12 boards, and one steal in 37 minutes of action. It's his 40th career 30-point triple-double.
James now has four triple-doubles on the season and ranks fifth all time with 116 over 22 seasons in the Association. The 39-year-old entered Wednesday's matchup averaging 23.2 points, 8.9 assists, and 7.7 boards across 10 appearances.
L.A. won its third consecutive contest to improve to 6-0 at home and 7-4 overall.
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