However, time is always part of the story now with LeBron James — those three consecutive triple-doubles set a record for the oldest player ever to accomplish that feat, doing it at age 39. That broke LeBron's old record set at age 34.

LeBron James will soon turn 40 years old. Usually, by this time in their careers, most NBA players are either retired or barely play like their prime selves. However, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar continues to defy the odds in his 22nd season of his NBA career.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is nearing the finish line of one of North American sports' truly legendary careers. It's unlikely fans will see many more nights like Wednesday, when James gave the Memphis Grizzlies 35 points,

LeBron James turns 40 years old in December, but he looked like he could play for another five or more years when he posted a triple-double of 35 points,

LeBron James made the sort of history he makes frequently on Wednesday: he became the oldest player to accomplish a feat his younger counterparts practically never reach. This time, it related to triple-doubles.

LeBron made history Wednesday night as the oldest player in NBA history to record three consecutive triple-doubles — scoring 35 points while shooting 4-of-7 from 3, with 14 assists and 12 rebounds — and doing it at age 39, leading the Lakers to a win over the Grizzlies.

After a triple-double against the Grizzlies, LeBron James hinted at retirement, suggesting he may only have one or two years left in the NBA.