LeBron James: Lakers star demands respect after matching Michael Jordan achievement

James delivered a stellar performance against the Nets, tallying an impressive 40 points while maintaining extraordinary shooting efficiency.

Remarkably, he connected on 14 out of 17 field goal attempts and showcased exceptional accuracy from beyond the three-point line, missing just one shot out of 10 attempts (9/10).

Additionally, he made significant contributions with seven rebounds and five assists.

This outstanding achievement places him alongside the legendary Michael Jordan, as the only two players in NBA history to achieve 40 or more points in multiple games at the age of 39 or older.

Notably, Jordan accomplished this feat three times and continued playing until he reached the age of 40, while this marked the Lakers superstar's second such remarkable performance.

“I never have to rely solely on threes because I can do so much more. I can score from every position on the court once I cross the center.

I’m not the type who wants to shoot 12, 14, or 15 threes in a game. But I want my respect," LeBron James said.