LeBron James becomes first NBA player to reach 16,000 field goals
The milestone came during Philadelphia's 112-106 victory over Detroit, with James contributing 13 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists.
LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to make 16,000 career field goals, reaching the mark during the second quarter of Philadelphia's 112-106 win in Detroit. The 41-year-old is playing his 24th NBA season.
James finished with 13 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists against the Pistons, recording his second double-double this season. He shot 5-of-10 overall, including 1-of-2 on three-point attempts, as the 76ers won without needing him to lead their scoring.
The NBA's career scoring leader and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar are the only players to have surpassed 15,000 made field goals. Abdul-Jabbar's career total stands at 15,837. James has made 42 field goals across his seven appearances in 2026-27.
Philadelphia is James' fourth NBA franchise. His season averages stand at 15.7 points, 7.4 rebounds and 7.4 assists, with shooting percentages of 45.7% overall and 26.1% from three-point range. He has scored 20 points only once this season.
