LeBron James sets NBA record for most total wins

Lakers star passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most combined regular season and playoff victories.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 10:19am

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LeBron James, playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, has set the NBA record for the most total wins (regular season and playoffs combined) with 1,229 victories, surpassing the previous record held by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. This latest milestone further cements James' case as the greatest basketball player of all time, adding to his numerous other accolades including being the league's all-time leading scorer, ranking highly in assists, steals, and rebounds, and making 10 consecutive NBA Finals appearances.

Why it matters

LeBron James' continued dominance and record-breaking achievements solidify his status as one of the greatest NBA players ever. This latest milestone adds to his already impressive resume and will likely reignite the debate over who is the true 'GOAT' (Greatest Of All Time) between James and other all-time greats like Michael Jordan.

The details

On Tuesday night, LeBron James recorded his 1,229th career win (regular season and playoffs combined), passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most total wins in NBA history. James entered the game against his former team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, tied with Abdul-Jabbar at 1,228 wins, and secured the record-breaking victory for the Los Angeles Lakers.

  • LeBron James set the new NBA record for most total wins on April 1, 2026.

The players

LeBron James

A 19-time NBA All-Star and 4-time NBA champion, widely considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

A legendary NBA player who held the previous record for most total wins with 1,228.

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What they’re saying

“LeBron James has passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (1,228) for the most TOTAL WINS (regular season + playoffs) in NBA history”

— NBA

The takeaway

LeBron James' latest record-breaking achievement further solidifies his status as one of the greatest NBA players of all time, if not the greatest. His longevity, sustained excellence, and all-around dominance have set him apart from his peers and cemented his legacy as a true basketball icon.