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WHO:

Kevin Durant, NBA player for the Houston Rockets

Ime Udoka, head coach of the Houston Rockets

LeBron James, NBA player for the Los Angeles Lakers

Robert Parish, former NBA player and Hall of Famer

WHAT:

Kevin Durant scored 27 points in the game against the Miami Heat on March 21st, 2026, to surpass Michael Jordan for fifth on the NBA's all-time scoring list with a total of 32,393 career points.

Durant made a three-pointer with less than five minutes left in the game to achieve this milestone.

Amen Thompson recorded a career-high 18 rebounds in the same game where Durant passed Jordan.

Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat scored 32 points and matched his career-high with 21 rebounds in the game against the Rockets.

Luke Kennard scored the game-winning three-pointer with 0.6 seconds left in the Lakers' victory over the Magic on March 21st, 2026.

LeBron James recorded 12 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals in his record-setting game against the Orlando Magic.

Kevin Durant surpassed Michael Jordan for fifth on the NBA's all-time scoring list with a total of 32,393 career points.

Durant's three-pointer against the Miami Heat on March 21st, 2026, allowed him to surpass Jordan's total.

Durant has averaged at least 25 points per game in 17 of his 18 NBA seasons.

Durant is currently averaging 25.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.4 assists while shooting 52% from the field this season.

LeBron James helped the Los Angeles Lakers achieve a dramatic buzzer-beating 105-104 victory against the Orlando Magic on March 21st, 2026.

Luke Kennard scored a three-pointer with 0.6 seconds left to secure the win for the Lakers.

LeBron James officially played in his 1,612th regular-season game, breaking a tie with Robert Parish for the most in NBA history.

James has played 849 games for the Cleveland Cavaliers, 469 games for the Los Angeles Lakers, and 294 games for the Miami Heat.

Robert Parish played a total of 1,611 games in his career with the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, Charlotte Hornets, and Chicago Bulls.

James stated, "It was not on the list of things that I wanted to accomplish."

James has achieved multiple records, including the highest career earnings in NBA history.

LeBron James has broken multiple NBA records, including most points scored, most seasons played, most minutes played, most All-NBA selections, most All-Star selections, most field goals made, most field goals attempted, most playoff games, and most playoff points.

James officially played in his 1,612th regular-season game, breaking a tie with Robert Parish for the most in NBA history.

LeBron James became the all-time leader in NBA games played

James surpassed Robert Parish by appearing in his 1,612th regular season game

James has played 849 games for the Cleveland Cavaliers, 469 games for the Los Angeles Lakers, and 294 games for the Miami Heat

Robert Parish played a total of 1,611 games in his career

WHERE:

The game where James set the record took place at the Orlando Magic

WHEN:

Durant passed Michael Jordan on March 21st, 2026.

The record was set on March 21st, 2026.

LeBron James debuted in the NBA on October 29th, 2003.

The record was set on Saturday, March 21st, 2026

This is LeBron James' 23rd season in the NBA

WHY:

LeBron James' achievement cements his "Iron Man" legacy while performing at an elite level

HOW:

Durant expressed his feelings about passing Jordan, stating, "Four more to go," indicating his ambition to continue climbing the scoring list.

Ime Udoka stated, "Passing a name like MJ is a huge accomplishment," reflecting on Durant's milestone.

James stated, "It just kind of happened. It was not on the list of things that I wanted to accomplish," reflecting on his record-setting achievement.

James achieved this record by consistently participating in games throughout his career, emphasizing his longevity in the league.

James stated, "It's not like I'm like writing things down and looking at the record book and saying: 'I'm going to get that, I'm going to get that, I'm going to get that.' It just kind of happened."

James achieved this record by consistently participating in games throughout his career

(UPDATED March 22, 2026 23:16 UTC)

In a remarkable game against the Miami Heat on March 21, Kevin Durant scored 27 points, surpassing Michael Jordan to become fifth on the NBA's all-time scoring list with a total of 32,393 career points. Durant achieved this milestone with a three-pointer less than five minutes before the game ended, while Amen Thompson also shone with a career-high 18 rebounds. Meanwhile, in a thrilling finish, Luke Kennard hit the game-winning three-pointer with just 0.6 seconds left, securing the Lakers' victory over the Magic, where LeBron James contributed with 12 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals.

(UPDATED March 22, 2026 17:14 UTC)

In a remarkable achievement, Kevin Durant of the Houston Rockets surpassed Michael Jordan for fifth place on the NBA's all-time scoring list, reaching a total of 32,393 career points with a three-pointer against the Miami Heat on March 21, 2026. Durant, who has averaged at least 25 points per game in 17 of his 18 NBA seasons, is currently putting up impressive numbers this season with an average of 25.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.4 assists while shooting 52% from the field. Head coach Ime Udoka celebrated this milestone, stating that "passing a name like MJ is a huge accomplishment."

(UPDATED March 22, 2026 13:17 UTC)

In a thrilling finish last Monday, LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a stunning buzzer-beater victory over the Orlando Magic, winning 105 to 104. Luke Kennard sealed the game with a three-pointer just 0.6 seconds on the clock, ensuring the Lakers' triumph. Reflecting on the moment, James remarked, "It just kind of happened. It was not on the list of things that I wanted to accomplish," highlighting the unexpected nature of the win.

(UPDATED March 22, 2026 07:13 UTC)

On March 21, 2026, LeBron James officially played in his 1,612th regular-season game, breaking the previous record held by Robert Parish for the most games played in NBA history. Throughout his career, James has played 849 games for the Cleveland Cavaliers, 469 for the Los Angeles Lakers, and 294 for the Miami Heat, showcasing his remarkable longevity in the league. Despite this achievement, James remarked that breaking the record was not something he had set out to accomplish.

(UPDATED March 22, 2026 05:25 UTC)

LeBron James has made history by breaking multiple NBA records, including the most points scored, most seasons played, and most minutes played, among others, while officially playing in his 1,612th regular-season game, surpassing Robert Parish for the most in NBA history. James, who debuted in the league on October 29, 2003, reflected on his achievements, saying, "It's not like I'm writing things down and looking at the record book and saying: 'I'm going to get that, I'm going to get that.' It just kind of happened." This remarkable milestone highlights his incredible longevity and impact on the game of basketball.

(UPDATED March 22, 2026 01:45 UTC)

LeBron James has made history by becoming the all-time leader in NBA games played, surpassing Hall of Famer Robert Parish during a game against the Orlando Magic on Saturday, March 21, 2026. With this milestone, James has now played 1,612 regular season games, including 849 with the Cleveland Cavaliers, 469 with the Los Angeles Lakers, and 294 with the Miami Heat, while Parish's career total stands at 1,611 games. This achievement, marking LeBron's 23rd season in the NBA, further cements his legacy as an "Iron Man" in the sport, showcasing his remarkable durability and consistent performance.