Lakers News: In Year 21, LeBron James Still Shattering NBA Precedents

The King is continuing to set records in his 21st and age-39 season.

Not only is LeBron continuing to play at an incredibly high level, averaging 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists entering Tuesday's game, but he's doing so on unbelievable efficiency, shooting 56.9% from the field.

The most underrated stat of his comes from The Ringer, who explains that James is third in the league in points in the restricted area, trailing only Zion Williamson and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

This is an unreal figure, as it suggests that in spite of LeBron's age, he's still getting to the rim at a level unparalleled by all but two players in the league. Those two are also freak athletes, with their offensive gmaes relying almost entirely on getting to the basket at that level.

James indubitably has a lot more to offer on offense, as he's able to create out of the post, playmake at a high level, and shoot the 3-ball at a higher level than Giannis and Zion.

As players age, the expectation is that their athleticism is the first thing that goes. For James, that has not been the case, as he's found ways to continue to pressure the rim at an elite level at age 39.

If he can continue staying on the court, expect him to produce at this unbelievable rate for the rest of the season.

In spite of his age, he's giving the Lakers a similar advantage being out there as as the Bucks and Pelicans have from their franchise cornerstones, who are in their primes.

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