LeBron James overtakes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, sets record for most points in NBA history

LeBron James became the NBA's career-scoring leader, going past Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record during his 38-point performance against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night.

James surpassed the mark held since April 1984 by Abdul-Jabbar, who watched the game from a baseline seat near the Lakers' bench. 

While James had another exceptional show, the Lakers suffered yet another loss, going down 133-130 to the Thunder.

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