LeBron James Passes Wilt Chamberlain for Fifth on NBA All-Time Scoring List James scored a season-high 44 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 126-117 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers Wednesday night. James now has 31,425 career points. Chamberlain scored 31,419 points during his 14-year career. "Anytime my name is mentioned with some of the greats that have played this game, you know I always think back to my hometown and where I come from and how far I've come." LeBron James, via 'USA Today' "I'm doing my part in congratulating one of the all-time greats on a great accomplishment." Luke Walton, Lakers coach, via 'USA Today' Michael Jordan is next on the scoring list with 32,292 points.