Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James surpassed Karl Malone to become the NBA‘s all-time top scorer against Washington. wizards

LeBron James has overtaken Hall of Fame legend Karl Malone of Utah Jazz on the all-time high scoring list, dubbed “Mailman”, with 36,928 points. His 19-year basketball career

LeBron James scored 38 points in a 127-119 defeat to the Washington Wizards, giving him a career-high 36,947, leaving him behind former Los Angeles great Kareem Abdul Jabar. The NBA’s all-time top scorer Kareem holds a record of 38,387 points and 1,440 points together.

LeBron James was asked if he saw any similarities between him and Karl Malone in that they were both known for their longevity and fitness. Their bodies have been around for most of their playing careers. and want to be always ready for their teammates. The most important leadership for you is to try to be as ready as possible.”

“I think I’m with him. We’re just trying to put on our uniforms and play in perfect condition. And try to stay healthy and injury-free as much as possible. And work effectively on the field, yes, absolutely.”

At the age of 37, LeBron James entered the game with an average of 29.7 points this season. He ranks third in the NBA after Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers (30.0) and Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks. (29.8) However, James said he was more focused on trying to win games than on personal records as the L.A. Lakers battle for the rankings.

“Winning is the most important thing for me. And it’s always been important to me,” LeBron James said, “but the only thing I can do is keep the joy of the game. I understand that this season we have lost a lot, and of course, the disappointment of losing and things like that is definitely a fierce battle. you feel that, but it was a joy to play. And it’s been a pleasure to go out and play at this level in my career. So I still have the fire.”