Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has added another major milestone to his storied career. After the Lakers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 112-108 on December 7, 2025, LeBron notched his 1,015th regular season victory, surpassing Robert Parish for second place on the NBA’s all-time wins list.
Only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar now ranks ahead of him with 1,074 wins.
Milestone highlights LeBron’s longevity
LeBron’s rise up the win charts underscores his extraordinary endurance and impact. Even entering his 20th NBA season, he continues to play meaningful minutes while leading the Lakers on both ends of the floor. The win against Philadelphia showcased another strong performance from him and underscored his importance to Los Angeles’ success.
He joins the list of wins in league history, putting him alongside Abdul-Jabbar, Parish, Tim Duncan and other legends who have surpassed the 1,000-win mark.
LeBron James. 10 o’clock.
Long 2. Triple. three times. Long 2.
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— NBA (@NBA) December 8, 2025
What the record means for his legacy
This achievement further builds on our already historic resume. LeBron’s consistency over the decades, through roster changes, changing play styles and ever-changing league dynamics, remains one of the defining characteristics of his career. Finishing second on the win list is another indicator of his team’s success under his leadership.
Now only Abdul-Jabbar is left to catch up, and each game adds to the intrigue as LeBron continues to close the gap.
Impact beyond numbers
This milestone represents more than just longevity. It reflects leadership, preparation and the enduring ability to elevate teammates. Young players still look to LeBron as the benchmark for high-level professionalism, and his presence in the lineup continues to influence winning basketball.
For fans, this latest achievement reaffirms why many consider him one of the greatest players in NBA history. His blend of championship success, scoring records and now all-time win record epitomizes his remarkable career.
As the season progresses, the question shifts from whether LeBron can continue to add wins to how close he will be to Abdul-Jabbar’s record. For now, reaching second place is another milestone chapter in a career filled with them.
