Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is presently competing in his 22nd NBA season.

LeBron James Stuns The Entire Internet By Appearing On The NBA MVP Ladder Despite Being 40 Years OldLeBron James (Photo by Gary A. Vasquez/Imagn Images)
As the oldest active player in the league, he marked his 40th birthday on December 30, 2024. Despite his age, James continues to showcase remarkable dominance during games, illustrating that he remains a formidable force on the court.

During the current 2024-25 NBA season, LeBron James has accomplished several notable milestones. Notably, he and his son, Bronny James, have made history as the first father-son duo to compete on the court together. Furthermore, fans were surprised to discover that James remains a strong contender for the NBA MVP award, an impressive feat considering he is 40.

The NBA’s official website has recently refreshed its MVP Ladder, resulting in notable shifts in the rankings. Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has ascended to the top position, while Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has slipped to second.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum has made significant progress, moving up to third place, whereas Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has descended to fourth. Interestingly, the fifth spot has garnered widespread attention within the NBA community, as LeBron James has claimed it on the NBA MVP Ladder.

Fans Praise LeBron James For Landing In NBA MVP Ladder’s Top 5

When the KIA NBA MVP Ladder top five list surfaced on social media, it sparked a flurry of reactions from basketball fans. Many expressed their admiration for LeBron James, who currently occupies the fifth position in the rankings.

Fans praised his consistent performance and leadership on the court, highlighting his impressive statistics and impact on the game. However, there was also considerable debate among fans regarding his ranking.

Some argued that LeBron deserves a higher place on the list, citing his long history of excellence. Others went further, labeling him the greatest of all time, reflecting a strong belief in his legacy.






James is achieving remarkable milestones this season. Recently, he reached the significant milestone of total games played in his professional career. With this 1,542nd game, the Lakers superstar surpassed Vince Carter to claim the No. 3 spot on the NBA’s all-time games-played list. The Lakers are currently in 4th place in the Western Conference standings with a record of 37-21. Their next game will be against the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena.