41-year-old Los Angeles Lakers player who broke Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's NBA field goal record and faced uncertain future after playoff exit.
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LeBron James described Wembanyama as an 'alien' before 2023 draft
“James himself famously described Wembanyama as an "alien" before the 2023 draft, describing the Frenchman's combination of physical and defensive presence aligned with a deftness of touch and shooting prowess as virtually unprecedented.”
Wembanyama chasing dream as Spurs face Knicks in NBA FinalsThe Namibian
LeBron James described Wembanyama as more like an "alien" rather than a "unicorn"
“With LeBron James famously saluting the towering youngster as more like an "alien" rather than a "unicorn."”
Wembanyama eyes ‘childhood dream’ after Spurs stun ThunderThe Namibian
LeBron James said he will take time to consider his future after the Lakers were swept
“LeBron James said he will take time to consider his future after the Los Angeles Lakers were swept out of the NBA playoffs by Oklahoma City on Monday in what could turn out to be the final game of his career.”
James undecided on future after Lakers bow out of NBA playoffsThe Namibian
LeBron James launched record-equaling 19th playoff campaign with double-double
“In Los Angeles, 41-year-old superstar James launched his record-equaling 19th playoff campaign with a double-double of 19 points and 13 assists, adding eight rebounds as the Lakers shook off the injury absences of league-leading scorer Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves with a convincing victory in game one of their best-of-seven Western Conference series.”
Lakers down Rockets as Nuggets, Knicks and Cavs win NBA playoff openersThe Namibian
LeBron James played in record-breaking 1,612th NBA regular season game
“Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points in a stormy Oklahoma City Thunder victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday as LeBron James added another milestone to his career with a record-breaking 1,612th NBA regular season game.”
Gilgeous Alexander scores 40, LeBron breaks NBA appearance recordThe Namibian
LeBron James broke NBA record for most field goals made in history
“LeBron James broke the record for most field goals made in NBA history Thursday, though the latest milestone in his glittering career did not to stop the Los Angeles Lakers from crashing 120-113 to the Denver Nuggets.”
LeBron James breaks NBA all time field goal record in Lakers lossThe Namibian
LeBron James appeared to have injured his left elbow in fourth quarter
“James, who scored 16 points in Thursday's loss, appeared to injure his left elbow in the fourth quarter, after he was shunted off the court and landed on the legs of a cameraman.”
LeBron James breaks NBA all time field goal record in Lakers lossThe Namibian
LeBron James was named to his record 22nd NBA All-Star Game as a reserve
“The Lakers fell to 29-19 despite 30 points from Luka Doncic and 22 from James, who was named to his record 22nd NBA All-Star Game as a reserve by NBA coaches.”
Knicks boost win streak to six by beating LeBron's LakersFrench superstar Victor Wembanyama, 22, guides the San Antonio Spurs into game one of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, who are seeking to end a 53-year championship drought. Wembanyama has transformed the Spurs in three seasons, from 22 wins in his debut year to a 62-win campaign this season.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
French superstar Victor Wembanyama, 22, guides the San Antonio Spurs into game one of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, who are seeking to end a 53-year championship drought. Wembanyama has transformed the Spurs in three seasons, from 22 wins in his debut year to a 62-win campaign this season.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Victor Wembanyama scored 22 points as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 111–103 to win the Western Conference Finals and advance to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, with the Frenchman calling an NBA championship a lifelong dream.
31 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named NBA Most Valuable Player for a second straight season, receiving 83 first-choice votes out of roughly 100 ballots cast by journalists and broadcasters. Gilgeous-Alexander credited his team-mates for their support throughout the season.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
LeBron James said he will take time to consider his future after the Los Angeles Lakers were swept out of the NBA playoffs by Oklahoma City, leaving the 41-year-old out of contract and uncertain whether to extend with the Lakers, seek a new team, or retire.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Houston Rockets routed the Los Angeles Lakers 115-96 on Sunday to stay alive in the NBA playoffs, with Amen Thompson scoring 23 points. Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a 114-93 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, putting them on the brink of advancing.
27 April 2026 · The Namibian →
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 107-98, while the Denver Nuggets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-105, the New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 113-102, and the Cleveland Cavaliers won 126-113 over the Toronto Raptors in opening games of the NBA playoffs.
19 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Denver Nuggets secured the Western Conference third seed with a 128-118 win over the Spurs, while the Toronto Raptors clinched the Eastern Conference fifth seed with a 136-101 victory over Brooklyn. Multiple teams finalized their playoff matchups on the final day of the NBA regular season, with Detroit reaching 60 wins for the first time since 2006.
13 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Victor Wembanyama scored 41 points and achieved the fastest double-double in NBA history in just 8 minutes 31 seconds as the San Antonio Spurs extended their winning streak to nine games with a 129-114 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 47 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 114-110 overtime win against Detroit.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to their 11th straight victory, defeating the Washington Wizards 132–111. The game was marred by a first-half brawl that resulted in four player ejections.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Luka Doncic scored 36 points as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 100-92 for their sixth consecutive victory. The San Antonio Spurs also won, edging the Los Angeles Clippers 119-115 to cement second place in the Western Conference.
17 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Victor Wembanyama scored 29 points as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Houston Rockets 145-120 on Sunday, with six Spurs players reaching double figures in the win. The victory extended San Antonio's winning streak to 15 of their last 16 games as they remain near the top of the Western Conference.
9 March 2026 · The Namibian →
LeBron James surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record of 15,837 field goals with a first-quarter fadeaway jumper, though the Los Angeles Lakers fell 120–113 to the Denver Nuggets. The 41-year-old also sustained a left elbow injury in the fourth quarter but returned for the final minutes.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Victor Wembanyama matched his season high with 40 points as the San Antonio Spurs routed the injury-depleted Los Angeles Lakers 136-108. In an overtime thriller at Madison Square Garden, the Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks 137-134, with Pascal Siakam scoring 30 points.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The New York Knicks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 112–100, stretching their win streak to six games. OG Anunoby scored 25 points for the Knicks while LeBron James, playing what could be his last game at Madison Square Garden, scored 22 points for the Lakers.
2 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Luka Doncic scored 33 points with 8 rebounds and 11 assists as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 116-110 on Saturday in his second return to his former team. In other NBA action, the New York Knicks edged the Philadelphia 76ers 112-109 with Jalen Brunson scoring 31 points to help the team snap a recent slump.
25 January 2026 · The Namibian →