LeBron James continues to defy the odds, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a thrilling 113-109 overtime victory against the New York Knicks at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday.
At 40 years old, James dropped 31 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists, extending his remarkable run and leaving NBA fans in disbelief.
His recent performances have set the league on fire, with stats that seem almost unreal for a player in his 22nd season.
Over his last eight games, James has been nothing short of dominant. Legion Hoops shared some jaw-dropping numbers on social media, sparking a frenzy among basketball fans.
LEBRON IN THE LAST 8 GAMES:
40 PTS - 8 REB - 4 AST
25 PTS - 9 REB - 5 AST
27 PTS - 12 REB - 3 AST
33 PTS - 17 REB - 6 AST
28 PTS - 13 REB - 3 AST
17 PTS - 5 REB - 9 AST
34 PTS - 8 REB - 6 AST
31 PTS - 12 REB - 8 AST
HE'S 40… pic.twitter.com/olSJl9JAvE
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) March 7, 2025
Many believe the King has officially beaten Father Time.
"I think it's time we call it: LeBron has officially beaten Father Time," one fan wrote.
Another demanded, "Ok now give us the MVP or we riot."
Others went even further: "The GOAT debate is over. Anyone who still thinks Jordan is the GOAT is either an old head or a LeBron hater."
The reactions kept pouring in, from a fan posting, "MVP THIS MAN NOW" to another suggesting, "Drug test this mofo."
James' defensive intensity has also turned heads.
"Plus, LeBron locked KAT up in a prison, man," a fan noted, referencing his elite defense against Karl-Anthony Towns in this game.
At an age when most players are long retired, James is not just competing-he's dominating. If his hot streak continues, MVP talks may become more than just fan chatter. One thing is clear: LeBron James isn't done rewriting history.
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This story was originally published March 7, 2025 at 5:17 AM.