United States: The American basketball player LeBron James has confirmed his status as the one of the most dominant National Basketball Association (NBA) players in history after passing Kareem Abdul Jabbar’s all-time scoring record.

With 10.9 seconds remaining in the third quarter, the 38-year-old broke Abdul Jabbar’s record of 38,387 points with a step-back fadeaway jumper from the foul line over the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Kenrich Williams.

But while Abdul-Jabbar took 1,560 games to record his total, James set his record in just over 1,400 appearances. Michael Jordan has the most points per game in NBA history with 30.1. James is fifth on that list with 27.1, just behind another American player, Kevin Durant (27.3).

The game was paused after James’ record-breaking shot for an on-court ceremony with Mr. Abdul Jabbar and NBA commissioner Mr. Adam Silver.

“I just want to say thank you to the Laker faithful. You guys are one of a kind. To be able to be in the presence of such a great legend as Kareem, it’s very humbling. Please give a standing ovation to the captain, please,” Mr. James shared.

The basket ball player went on to thank his family and those who have supported him.

“I thank you guys so much for allowing me to be a part of something I’ve always dreamed about,” Mr. James further added.

Mr. Abdul Jabbar, who had held the record since April 1984, stated that he welcomes Mr. James’ progress in the NBA career.

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