2025-26 NBA Season: A Season of Historic Milestones

The 2025-26 NBA season is set to tip off on October 21, and it promises to be a season full of historic moments, rising stars, and broken records. As the league celebrates its 80th season, several NBA superstars are on the verge of achieving remarkable milestones that will further cement their legacies in basketball history.

LeBron James: Raising the Bar Again

LeBron James, the all-time points leader, continues to defy age and expectations. Entering his 23rd season, LeBron is set to surpass Vince Carter for the most career seasons played. Additionally, he is just 350 field goals away from breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record for the most made field goals in NBA history. With his consistent performance, LeBron is also on track to pass Reggie Miller for sixth on the all-time 3-point field goal list.

Nikola Jokic: The Triple-Double Maestro

Nikola Jokic, the three-time MVP, is just 18 triple-doubles away from passing Oscar Robertson for the second most in NBA history. Last season, Jokic recorded the league's first 30-20-20 triple-double, showcasing his unparalleled versatility. As the Denver Nuggets aim to maximize their championship window, Jokic's pursuit of 200 triple-doubles will be a key storyline.

Stephen Curry: The 3-Point King

Stephen Curry, the NBA's all-time leader in 3-pointers, is 292 away from becoming the first player to reach 5,000 career 3-pointers. Curry's former Splash Brother, Klay Thompson, is also climbing the all-time 3-pointers list, with Damian Lillard in his sights.

Kevin Durant and James Harden: Climbing the Scoring Ladder

Kevin Durant, now with the Houston Rockets, is 849 points away from passing Wilt Chamberlain for seventh on the all-time scoring list. James Harden, meanwhile, is close to moving into the top 10, needing just 603 points to pass Carmelo Anthony.

Russell Westbrook: Chasing 10,000 Assists

Russell Westbrook is on the verge of becoming the eighth player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career assists. With 411 assists needed to join the top five, Westbrook's playmaking will be crucial for his team's success.

Doc Rivers and Rick Carlisle: Coaching Milestones

Veteran coaches Doc Rivers and Rick Carlisle are also approaching significant milestones. Rivers is just 14 wins away from passing George Karl for sixth on the all-time wins list, while Carlisle is 50 wins away from entering the top 10.

The 2025-26 NBA season is shaping up to be one for the history books. With so many milestones within reach, fans can expect an unforgettable season filled with record-breaking performances and legendary achievements.