MIES (Switzerland) - LeBron James has officially done what no one else in NBA history has: scored 50,000 career points in both regular season and playoff games combined.
It’s a number that hardly seems real, but for a player who’s been redefining greatness for over two decades, it somehow feels inevitable. And while his NBA resume is as decorated as it gets - four NBA championships, four MVP awards, and 19 All-Star selections - LeBron’s legacy isn’t just built in the NBA. His impact on the international stage, under the FIBA spotlight, is just as impressive.
LeBron has been a staple of USA Basketball since 2004, competing in some of the world’s biggest tournaments and leaving his mark every time he puts on the national team jersey. He's played in 49 FIBA games and 666 points scored across six major tournaments.
And it’s not just about showing up—it’s about showing out. In his most recent appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, LeBron led Team USA to another gold medal while earning MVP honors. Over six games, he averaged 14.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 8.5 assists, proving once again that even after 20-plus years at the top, he’s still capable of taking over on the world stage.
Looking back, the numbers tell the story: 🌍 Six major international tournaments 🏅 Three Olympic gold medals (2008, 2012, 2024) 🥉 One World Cup bronze (2006) 🥉 One Olympic bronze (2004) 🏆 FIBA AmeriCup gold (2007)
From Athens to Japan, Beijing, London to Paris, LeBron’s international career has mirrored his NBA journey - built on consistency, dominance, and a love for the game that transcends borders.
Scoring 50,000 NBA points is a milestone we may not see reached again for a very long time - if ever. But for LeBron James, it’s just part of a bigger picture: a career that’s not only changed the game in the the USA but elevated basketball around the world.
And somehow, he’s still not done.
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