Lakers' LeBron James Passes Magic Johnson for 6th-Most Assists All-Time

The Los Angeles Lakers star passed Magic Johnson for sixth place on the NBA's career assists list.

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James was eight dimes away from matching Johnson's career mark. He tied Magic's record with a pass to Anthony Davis for a layup early in the fourth quarter and then found AD on a three-pointer to break the record.

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With this pass, LeBron James has tied Magic Johnson for 6th all-time in career assists.

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LeBron James has officially passed Magic Johnson for the 6th most assists of all-time.

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James finished the night with 11 assists and 28 points to lead the Lakers to a 133-129 victory.

The 20-year NBA veteran, who turns 38 on December 30, averaged 25.8 points, 8.6 rebound and 6.3 assists per game.

The star is near the top of many NBA career lists, including points scored and field goals made.

James could be fourth on the assists list before the 2022-23 season ends. Mark Jackson is fifth with 10,335 assists while Steve Nash is fourth with 10,335.

The Wizards will play the Lakers on Sunday at Capital One Arena.