In a 119-102 victory over the Hawks on Friday, James poured in 30 points. That allowed him to pass Michael Jordan for the most 30-point games in the history of the NBA. Any time you pass MJ in any sort of record, it warrants admiration and celebration. James reacted to breaking the record after the game.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has nothing but admiration for NBA legend Michael Jordan. That much is clear after James sent a message dedicated to Jordan after the Lakers forward broke one of the Chicago Bulls icon's records.

LeBron James set yet another record on Friday as he surpassed the legendary Michael Jordan’s mark for the most 30-point games in NBA history, breaking the milestone in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 119-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.

LeBron James broke Michael Jordan's NBA record for 30-point games during the Los Angeles Lakers' victory over Atlanta on Friday ni

Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan is still considered by many to be the greatest player in NBA history. Putting together an iconic career in Chicago, Jordan revolutionized the game of basketball. Jordan currently sits as the fifth leading scorer in NBA history,

NBA's all-time leading scorer James reaches 30 points for 563rd time to break record set by Jordan in 2003 - Anadolu Ajansı

The NBA GOAT debate has primarily been between Michael Jordan and LeBron James for years, and Thursday night was a reminder why. The latter legend tied Jordan for the most 30-point games in NBA history (562) with his 38-point masterpiece in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 114-106 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.