Chris Paul Passes Lakers Legend to Make NBA History vs. Magic

Chris Paul passed Kobe Bryant to make NBA history against the Orlando Magic

Mar 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) reacts against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

SAN ANTONIO — It took Chris Paul zero minutes of game time Tuesday evening to make NBA history once again.

Paul started for the San Antonio Spurs against the Orlando Magic to continue his healthy streak this season and move up on the NBA's all-time games played list, passing Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant in the process.

The point guard has now played 1,347 games in his career — good for 16th all time.

Also, once this ball goes in the air, Chris Paul will pass Kobe Bryant for 15th on the #NBA's All-Time games played list.

It'll be the last time he passes any player on that list this season. #PorVida

— Matt Guzman (@mattgzman) April 2, 2025

This season, Paul is averaging 8.7 points, 3.6 rebounds and 7.6 assists on 42.5 percent shooting from the field. He's yet to miss a contest.

"I admire that about him," Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr said of Paul's perfect attendence. "He prepares himself to play every single night. I hope he plays these last eight or nine."

Add it to his resume 👏

Chris Paul is now Top 15 in NBA history in games played, passing Kobe Bryant with his 1,347th career appearance! pic.twitter.com/bncmd9pSj9

— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) April 2, 2025

As it stands, that's looking likely. It's certainly not surprising, given the mindset Paul arrived in San Antonio with.

"I only have one goal ... and that's to win," Paul said. "I don't care if it's practice. I don't care if it's a shooting contest. I don't think you should play anything if you're just doing it for s**** and giggles."

With a slew of injuries all year, San Antonio fell short of their winning goal. But wherever he could, Paul played a pivotal role. And made some history in the process.

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