King James Defies Father Time: Makes History with Four Straight Triple-Doubles at 39
LeBron James continues to prove that age is just a number, achieving yet another milestone in his legendary career. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar has recorded four consecutive triple-doubles for the first time in his 22-year NBA journey, leading his team to four straight victories.
In Friday night’s NBA Cup showdown against the San Antonio Spurs, James dominated the court with 15 points, 16 rebounds, and 12 assists, securing a 120-115 win for the Lakers. This remarkable performance adds to his streak of triple-doubles against the Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors, and Memphis Grizzlies.
“I am just putting in the work,” James said after the game, displaying his trademark humility. “My teammates trust me with the ball.” The Lakers’ forward did acknowledge room for improvement, pointing to his seven turnovers: “I’ve got to be a lot better than that if I have the ball in my hands, and I’ll clean that up.”
At 39, James keeps breaking records and setting new standards. This latest achievement adds to an already impressive list that includes:
- 4 NBA Championships
- 20 NBA All-Star appearances
- 3 MVP awards
- 13 All-NBA First-Team selections
- He became the first player to score 40,000 points in the regular season.
The triple-double master class brings James’ career total to 117 regular-season triple-doubles, placing him fifth on the all-time list. He trails only Russell Westbrook (199), Oscar Robertson (181), Magic Johnson (138), and Nikola Jokic (136).
What makes this achievement even more impressive is James’ consistent performance this season. He’s averaging 24.3 points, 9.4 assists, and 8.1 rebounds per game while shooting an outstanding 45.9% from three-point range—potentially his best shooting season yet.
Despite his incredible form, James recently hinted at retirement, telling reporters he’s “not going to play that much longer.” However, his current performance suggests he’s far from finished. The Lakers star doesn’t believe in playing “until the wheels fall off,” but those wheels are still spinning smoothly.
Looking ahead, James has a chance to extend his streak when the Lakers face the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night. He’s now six games away from matching Westbrook’s record of 10 consecutive triple-doubles set in 2019.
When asked about his accomplishments earlier this season, James stated, “Everything else is extra credit. I’ll take it, though. I love what I do.” His love for the game continues to shine through in every performance, proving that even in 22 years, the king isn’t ready to give up his throne just yet.
For Lakers fans and basketball enthusiasts worldwide, watching James continue to make history isn’t just entertaining—it’s witnessing greatness that may never be replicated. As he approaches his 40th birthday in December, LeBron James isn’t just playing the game; he’s redefining what’s possible in the twilight of an NBA career.