Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to amass 16,000 career field goals when he made a layup early in the second quarter of his team's road game against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday.

LeBron James continues rewriting the NBA record books, becoming the first player in league history to make 16,000 career field goals.

LeBron James made history by becoming the first player in NBA history to reach 16.000 made field goals. The superstar achieved the milestone during the Philadelphia 76ers' 112-106 victory over the Detroit Pistons.

From completing high school in Ohio to becoming a four-time NBA champion, LeBron James has followed an extraordinary career path without a traditional college degree.

LeBron James now has more career points than Larry Bird and Giannis Antetokounmpo combined: 43,550 to 21,791 plus 21,757.

Check out Rich Paul’s explanation of why LeBron James is thriving with the 76ers alongside Philadelphia’s star players.

Even though Philadelphia doesn't rely on him to carry the scoring load, James continues to make history.

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LeBron James’ spell with the Los Angeles Lakers ended earlier in 2026. Skip Bayless has described his eight years as ‘completely overrated’. LeBron James spent eight years with the LA Lakers between 2018 and 2026.