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LeBron James became the most experienced player in NBA history

LeBron James broke the record for most regular season games played in NBA history with his 1,612th game while playing for the Los Angeles Lakers.

On Saturday, LeBron James achieved a significant milestone in NBA history by becoming the player with the most regular-season games played, participating in his 1,612th game while representing the Los Angeles Lakers against the Orlando Magic. This achievement allowed him to surpass the previous record held by Robert Parish, who played 1,611 games until 1997. Besides them, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar stands third on the list with 1,560 games played. The game ended in a narrow victory for the Lakers, who triumphed over the Magic with a scoreline of 105-104. The decisive moment came from a long-range shot by Lakers player Luke Kennard with just 2.4 seconds left on the clock. LeBron James's contributions in the match included scoring 12 points, securing six rebounds, and assisting four times, showcasing his ongoing impact and competitive spirit, even in his 23rd season. LeBron James's remarkable career not only includes this recent record but also features various other NBA milestones, such as most points scored, shots made from the floor, and attempts. His performance statistics continually highlight his high level of play and longevity in the league, asserting his status as one of the greatest players in basketball history.

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