The Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers matched up on Thursday night, but unfortunately, it wasn't the two versions of the teams fans were looking to s

But not now. The Los Angeles Lakers star recorded 42 points, 17 rebounds and eight assists on Thursday in a 120-112 win over the Golden State Warriors, making him the oldest player in NBA history to score 40 points, while also being the youngest to do so.

The Lakers have now won three straight and eight of their last nine to build a ton of momentum ahead of the All-Star Break. LeBron James led the way with 42 points, 17 rebounds and eight assists. In the process, James became the youngest and the oldest player to score 40+ points in a game.