LeBron moves into 2nd all time with 158 playoff wins
LeBron James is one step closer to another NBA record.
The Los Angeles Lakers' Game 3 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday secured James his 158th career playoff win, the second-most in NBA history.
James was previously tied with San Antonio Spurs legend Tim Duncan.
"He lived in the postseason. That was his address," James said of Duncan upon learning he passed him, according to USA Today's Mark Medina.
Congrats to @KingJames of the @Lakers for moving up to 2nd on the all-time #NBAPlayoffs WINS list! pic.twitter.com/y5QuRpzPcM
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The 35-year-old only needs four more wins to surpass former Laker Derek Fisher for first place on the all-time playoff wins list.
James also connected on four 3-pointers to reach 375 during his playoff career, moving past Klay Thompson and into third on the all-time list. He now only trails Stephen Curry (470) and Ray Allen (385).
The King dominated against Portland in Game 3, registering a game-high 38 points along with 12 rebounds and eight assists. Los Angeles now leads the first-round series 2-1.