LeBron James overtakes Michael Jordan to rank 4th on NBA All-Time FG list

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James surpassed NBA legend Michael Jordan on the NBA All-Time field goals (FG) list. LeBron James completed this feat during the Lakers vs Mavericks game on Friday night (Saturday morning IST) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas Texas. NBA did a countdown on their Twitter account during the game, counting back since LeBron had only four field goals left. James now has 12,193 baskets while Michael Jordan had 12,192 of them. 

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NBA 2019-20: Lakers LeBron James passes Michael Jordan on the NBA All-Time FG list

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The Lakers defeated the Mavericks with a massive 129-114 lead. LeBron James finished the game with 35 points, 16 rebounds and 7 assists while shooting 56% from the field. According to NBA reports, LeBron James played the game despite feeling unwell. Currently, James is averaging at 25.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and career-high 10.8 assists per game. He is also currently leading the NBA All-Star fan voting and had surpassed star rookie Luka Doncic and reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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