James and the Lakers were taking on the Trail Blazers in their second game after the All-Star break. In that game, James broke a scoring record that was held by Michael Jordan for over 20 years. He became the first player 40 years or older to have multiple 40-point games. He had 40 points against the Trail Blazers on Thursday.

Former San Antonio Spurs star Sean Elliot thinks Victor Wembanyama's individual greatness will ironically get in his way of entering the LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan GOAT debate.

NBA legend LeBron James put up 40 points against the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday, helping the Los Angeles Lakers snap their two-game losing streak. LeBron, 40, is the oldest player in the NBA.