The Los Angeles Lakes star became the first player in NBA history to reach 40,000 regular-season points.

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<figcaption>LeBron James makes a move on Michael Porter during the Lakers game vs. the Nuggets. James reached the 40,000-point milestone in the game. <span class="credit">AP</span></figcaption>

The historic mark came with his ninth point during a game against the defending champion Denver Nuggets on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

LeBron James just made more history. The Los Angeles Lakes star became the first player in NBA history to reach 40,000 regular-season points.{ai:summary}<p>LeBron James scores 40,000 points, first in NBA history. His move on Michael Porter during Lakers vs. Nuggets game. #sports</p>

LeBron James becomes first player in NBA history to reach 40,000 career points

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