It hasn’t been the type of season many envisioned for LeBron James, who will likely miss the playoffs for the first time since 2005, thus ending his streak of advancing to eight consecutive NBA Finals.
However, James continues his personal march through the league’s record books, and next up is fourth place on the NBA all-time scoring list, currently occupied by Michael Jordan. James needs 13 points to pass Jordan, and he’ll get his chance tonight against the Denver Nuggets.
In honor of the historic occasion, you can bet on when James will pass Jordan during the game tonight, specifically during which quarter, via FanDuel Sportsbook.
Odds for when LeBron passes Jordan (scores his 13th point of the game)
First Quarter +350
Second Quarter +150
Third Quarter +150
Fourth Quarter/Overtime +1100
Scores 12 points or less +2500
James averages 27 points per game, including 6.6 in the first quarter and 6.7 in the second quarter, so on average, he would be expected to hit the mark right before halftime. When the Lakers played Denver at Staples Center in October, James had 14 points in the first half of L.A.’s win. In the second meeting between the two teams in Denver, James didn’t get to 13 until the second quarter during a blowout victory by the Nuggets.
With Kyle Kuzma, Tyson Chandler, and Lonzo Ball already ruled out, and Brandon Ingram questionable to play, this matchup will probably resemble the second game between the Los Angeles and Denver. James is practically the only scoring threat left on the Lakers, but he will start the game covered by Paul Millsap, who he has roasted in previous encounters.
Regardless of how the game transpires tonight, this will be a remarkable accomplishment for James in a season that has otherwise been one to forget.
