Lakers' LeBron James becomes oldest player to record triple double

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LeBron James continues to add his name to the NBA history books.

In his 23rd season, the 41-year-old became the oldest player to produce a triple-double.

James produced 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds, leading his team in all three categories as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Dallas Mavericks, 124-104, at home on Thursday, Feb. 12.

It's also his first triple-double of the season. James finished the 2024-25 season with 10.

He is fifth on the NBA's all-time regular-season triple-doubles list with 123. He trails just Russell Westbrook (207), Nikola Jokic (184), Oscar Robertson (181) and Magic Johnson (138).

LeBron James stats vs. Mavericks​

• Points: 28
• FG: 10-for-20 (2-for-7 3-point shooting)
• Free Throws: 6-for-7
• Rebounds: 10
• Assists: 12
• Steals: 0
• Blocks: 1
• Turnovers: 4
• Fouls: 0
• Minutes: 35

Lakers vs. Mavericks highlights​

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