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AP source: Lakers trading Westbrook to Utah in 3-team swap

The Los Angeles Lakers are trading Russell Westbrook to Utah and reacquiring guard D’Angelo Russell from Minnesota in a three-team, eight-player deal, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press

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Michael Jordan gives rare statement after LeBron James breaks NBA points record

NBA legend Michael Jordan has sent LeBron James a touching message after the Los Angeles Lakers star set the new all-time points record in the league on Tuesday night

Daily Mirror

Los Angeles Lakers in talks over Russell Westbrook trade exit after LeBron James comments

Another major NBA trade is set to be completed before Thursday's deadline, with Russell Westbrook set to leave the Los Angeles Lakers in a deal involving three teams

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NBA stars and legends hail scoring king LeBron as greatest

Los Angeles (AFP) - NBA legends and current stars hailed LeBron James as the league's greatest player on Wednesday after the 38-year-old Los Angeles Lakers superstar became the competition's all-time scoring leader.

AFP

PHOTOS: Best images from the Thunder’s 133-130 win over the Lakers

Lots of good photos from this one as the Thunder come away with a win and the league celebrates LeBron James becoming the new all-time scoring leader.

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Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis filmed ignoring LeBron James breaking NBA record

LeBron James' history-defining moment was enjoyed by everyone in attendance, except for one who did not seem bothered by the moment amid rumours that the team are receiving trade interest for him

Daily Mirror

NBA-LeBron reignites 'GOAT' debate after breaking NBA scoring record

The debate over who is the NBA's greatest player of all time may never be settled but some observers could finally be willing to give LeBron James the edge over Michael Jordan after he broke one of the game's most sacred records this week.

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LeBron James becomes NBA's all-time scoring king

LOS ANGELES: Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James parlayed his offensive versatility over 20 seasons into the NBA all-time scoring record, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on Tuesday for most points in league history.

Bangkok Post

Twitter reacts to LeBron James breaking the NBA scoring record

LeBron James now stands alone as the top scorer in NBA history. Check out the best tweets from the historic night.

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LeBron James emotional on court as Los Angeles Lakers star breaks NBA scoring record

LeBron James is the new all-time NBA record points scorer after finally surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's tally, as the 38-year-old hit the 36 points needed on Tuesday

Daily Mirror

Lakers and Jazz have talked about deal that would involve Russell Westbrook

The Lakers have reportedly had discussions with the Jazz about a trade that would likely disappoint many fans in Los Angeles.

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NBA Trade Deadline 2023: A running list of trade rumors leading up to the deadline

Here's the latest trade rumors from around the NBA

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LeBron James’ highest-scoring game against every NBA team

See LeBron James' greatest scoring performances over his incredible 20-year NBA career.

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LeBron James eyes history as NBA scoring record within reach

Los Angeles Lakers superstar is just 36 points away from surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as league’s all-time top scorer.

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The Independent UK

Ticket demand, anticipation grows as LeBron nears Kareem

Ticket prices are predictably high for the Los Angeles Lakers' next two home games, with LeBron James poised to break the NBA scoring record

Irish Mirror

LeBron James gives bold promise to Los Angeles Lakers over Kyrie Irving trade fail

LeBron James has spoken out on the Los Angeles Lakers' failure to secure a trade for his former team-mate Kyrie Irving, who is set to join the Dallas Mavericks from the Brooklyn Nets

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Report: Former Spartan Max Christie nearly included in blockbuster Kyrie Irving trade

A former Spartans basketball star was nearly included in a massive NBA trade on Sunday

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A look at the Lakers’ recent efforts to trade for Kyrie Irving

The Lakers reportedly made a real effort to acquire Kyrie Irving, but a couple of issues got in their way.

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AFP

'King' James poised for NBA scoring record crown

Los Angeles (AFP) - One of the oldest records in American sport is set to fall this week when LeBron James finally eclipses Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the most prolific scorer in NBA history.

Irish Mirror

Brooklyn Nets reach decision on Kyrie Irving's future after LeBron James hint

Superstar Kyrie Irving has demanded to be traded away from the Brooklyn Nets before Thursday's NBA trade deadline with the Los Angeles Lakers reportedly keen to reunite him with LeBron James

AFP

Pelicans down Lakers, James 36 points from NBA record, Curry hurt in Warriors win

Los Angeles (AFP) - The New Orleans Pelicans snapped a 10-game losing streak with a 131-121 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday, even as Lakers superstar LeBron James crept closer to the NBA all-time scoring record.

AFP

Pelicans down Lakers as James moves 36 points from NBA scoring record

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Catching Kareem: How LeBron James chased down the NBA points record

Records are made to be broken, the saying goes. But how did the kid from Akron chase down what seemed like an unbeatable number?

Daily Mirror

LeBron James breaks silence on Kyrie Irving trade demand as Los Angeles Lakers interested

Kyrie Irving wants to leave the Brooklyn Nets before next week's trade deadline, and it seems a move to the Los Angeles Lakers could be the most likely outcome for the All-Star guard

Daily Mirror

Los Angeles Lakers tickets hit £75,000 as LeBron James nears NBA scoring record

Tickets for the Los Angeles Lakers clash with the Oklahoma City Thunder next Tuesday are selling for eye-watering sums as LeBron James is expected to break the NBA's all-time scoring record

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