the test of time, LeBron James gradually breaking all records. In this ascent, he regularly crosses Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, another model of greatness and longevity. The Lakers winger once again surpassed the latter, this time in number of All-Star Games played.
This Sunday marked the 19th all-star game for the “King”. This is a new All-Time pick, ahead of KAJ’s 18. The two players, however, remain tied on the number of selections as All-Star, the real record to get on the event.
In 1973, Abdul-Jabbar missed the meeting for personal reasons. His absence would be linked to dark events that occurred in his former home, according to an article from the New York Times. The legend of the Bucks and the Lakers would nevertheless have been able to take part in the festivities if he had decided so. A context that tends to minimize the importance of this new record.
LeBron James, still in great shape at 38, however seems far from retirement. The chances of him being left out next year are extremely low. The record of selections then only appears as a matter of time.
For his 19th All-Star Game, James scored 13 points in his first 14 minutes on the court. However, he had to refrain from playing the second half, injured in the hand. More than an anecdotal record, his priority will anyway be to qualify his team for the playoffs once the break is over.
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