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LeBron James Hits 12,000 Assists in Lakers' Victory

4/12/2026

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LeBron James Milestone

LeBron James surpassed 12,000 career assists in the Los Angeles Lakers' 101-73 victory over the Phoenix Suns, with the milestone assist on a full-court pass to Deandre Ayton, placing him among National Basketball Association legends John Stockton, Chris Paul, and Jason Kidd.
He finished with 28 points, 12 assists, and six rebounds, as the Lakers earned their 52nd win.
The win preserves home-court advantage for the playoffs.

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Bronny Assists LeBron

On April 9, 2026, Bronny James recorded the NBA's first-ever son-to-father assist against the Golden State Warriors.
Bronny James stole the ball and assisted LeBron James, who finished with a dunk.
The Lakers won 119-103 as LeBron James scored 26 and Bronny James added 10.
This followed the March 27 milestone of the first father-to-son assist.
The Lakers are currently fourth in the Eastern Conference, with playoffs starting April 18.

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LeBron James Milestone

LeBron James surpassed 12,000 career assists in the Los Angeles Lakers' 101-73 victory over the Phoenix Suns, with the milestone assist on a full-court pass to Deandre Ayton, placing him among National Basketball Association legends John Stockton, Chris Paul, and Jason Kidd.
He finished with 28 points, 12 assists, and six rebounds, as the Lakers earned their 52nd win.
The win preserves home-court advantage for the playoffs.

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