NBA History First! LeBron James Reaches 1,612 Games Played, Surpasses Robert Parish to Hold Record Alone
On March 22, Beijing time, the Lakers faced the Magic on the road, and LeBron James started the game, marking another milestone moment in his career.
Following this game, James’ career total games played reached 1,612, officially surpassing legendary center Robert Parish, with whom he had been previously tied, to stand alone atop the NBA’s all-time games played list.
From entering the league as the No. 1 overall pick in 2003 to now surpassing “The Chief” Robert Parish, James has written the longest-running legend in NBA history through 22 seasons of unwavering excellence. 1,612 games is more than just a number—it is the ultimate testament to endurance, longevity, and dominance.