LeBron James Breaks Own Record as Oldest Player to Post Triple-Double

Lakers star's historic performance leads team to victory over Wizards

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:34am

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LeBron James, at 41 years and 90 days old, recorded his 125th career triple-double to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 120-101 win over the Washington Wizards. James' stat line of 21 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds extended his own record as the oldest player in NBA history to achieve the feat.

Why it matters

LeBron James' continued excellence at an advanced age for an NBA player is a testament to his unparalleled skill and longevity. This historic performance not only helped the Lakers secure a key victory, but also solidifies James' status as one of the greatest players of all time.

The details

With Lakers teammate Luka Dončić serving a one-game suspension, the spotlight was on LeBron James to deliver. And deliver he did, recording his third triple-double of the season and the 125th of his illustrious career. James shot an efficient 8-of-16 from the field, adding a block to his stat line.

  • LeBron James recorded the triple-double on March 31, 2026.
  • At 41 years and 90 days old, James extended his own record as the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double.

The players

LeBron James

A 41-year-old NBA superstar and one of the greatest players of all time, currently playing for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Luka Dončić

A star player for the Los Angeles Lakers who was serving a one-game suspension, allowing LeBron James to take the spotlight.

Austin Reaves

A Lakers player who has been part of the team's success alongside LeBron James and Luka Dončić.

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What they’re saying

“LeBron James has the 5th most triple-doubles in the NBA in 2026… he's 41 years old.”

— Real App

“LEBRON JAMES TONIGHT: 21 POINTS, 12 ASSISTS, 10 REBOUNDS, 8/16 FG. ELITE HOOPS AT 41 YEARS OLD. 🤯”

— Legion Hoops

“DON'T TAKE LEBRON FOR GRANTED…WE WILL NEVER SEE ANOTHER 41 YEAR OLD DO THIS AGAIN 🤯 👑”

— LakeShowYo

What’s next

The Lakers will look to continue their momentum when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers on the second night of a back-to-back.

The takeaway

LeBron James' historic performance at 41 years old is a testament to his unparalleled skill, longevity, and dedication to the game of basketball. As he continues to defy the odds and rewrite the record books, fans are reminded to appreciate the greatness they are witnessing from one of the all-time NBA legends.