James hit the milestone during the Lakers' 136–115 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Going into the game he needed just one basket to reach 50,000, and ended up hitting it on a

It was in February 2023 when LeBron James became the all-time leading scorer of the NBA (regular season only), with the Los Angeles Lakers star nailing a fadeaway over Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams.

The Los Angeles Lakers have produced numerous basketball legends who have successfully transitioned their on-court fame into substantial financial empires. From Magic Johnson to LeBron James, these players have built wealth through smart investments,