LeBron James Becomes First NBA Player to Record Triple-Double Against All 30 Teams
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LeBron James Becomes First NBA Player to Record Triple-Double Against All 30 Teams
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On November 19, 2019, LeBron James etched his name in the annals of NBA history by becoming the first player to record a triple-double against every team in the league....
show moreThis milestone underscores James' consistent dominance and versatility on the court. Throughout his illustrious career, James has demonstrated an unparalleled ability to fill the stat sheet, and this feat is a testament to his enduring impact on the game.
In this specific game, James led the Lakers to their fifth straight win and their 12th victory in their last 13 games. His performance was part of a larger streak where he had five triple-doubles in the Lakers' last 10 games, with four of those coming in victories. This season, James was leading the NBA with an average of 11.1 assists per game, significantly higher than his career average, and had at least 10 assists in six consecutive games, the longest such streak of his career[3].
As of this achievement, James ranked fifth on the all-time triple-double leaderboard with 86 triple-doubles, trailing only Jason Kidd, Magic Johnson, Russell Westbrook, and the legendary Oscar Robertson. His record against all 30 teams stands alone, with the closest competitors being Russell Westbrook with 29 teams and Jason Kidd with 28 teams[3].
LeBron James' career is marked by numerous records and accolades, and this particular milestone highlights his unique ability to perform at an elite level against every team in the league. With a total of 145 career triple-doubles, including 116 in the regular season, 28 in the playoffs, and 1 in the play-in games, James continues to cement his status as one of the greatest players in NBA history[2].
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