LeBron James Hits 1,000 3-Pointers with Lakers

Lakers star becomes second player in franchise history to reach the milestone

Mar. 3, 2026 at 2:55am

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LeBron James made his first four 3-point attempts on Saturday night against the Golden State Warriors, making him the second player in Los Angeles Lakers history to reach 1,000 career 3-pointers with the team. The 41-year-old James joined Lakers legend Kobe Bryant as the only two players to accomplish this feat.

Why it matters

LeBron James' 3-point shooting milestone is a testament to his longevity and consistency as one of the NBA's all-time great players. Reaching 1,000 3-pointers with the Lakers solidifies his place in the franchise's history and highlights his continued dominance even in the later stages of his illustrious career.

The details

James entered the game against the Warriors needing just a few 3-pointers to reach the 1,000 mark with the Lakers. He wasted no time, draining his first four attempts from beyond the arc in the first half. This was the most 3-pointers James has made in a single half this season. He finished the first half with a game-high 20 points on 7-of-10 shooting, along with 4 rebounds and 4 assists.

  • LeBron James reached 1,000 career 3-pointers with the Lakers on March 1, 2026.

The players

LeBron James

A 41-year-old NBA superstar who is in his 8th season with the Los Angeles Lakers. He is the second player in Lakers history to make 1,000 3-pointers with the team, joining Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.

Kobe Bryant

A Lakers legend and Hall of Famer who holds the franchise record for most 3-pointers made with 1,827.

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What’s next

James' contract with the Lakers is set to expire at the end of the 2025-26 season, his 23rd in the NBA. It remains to be seen if he will continue playing after that or retire.

The takeaway

LeBron James' ability to continue performing at an elite level well into his 40s is a remarkable feat. His 1,000 3-pointers with the Lakers cement his status as one of the greatest players in franchise history, alongside legends like Kobe Bryant.