LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to compete as a teenager and past the age of 40 during the Los Angeles Lakers' defeat by the Cleveland Cavaliers. James, who made his NBA debut as an 18-year-old in 2003, turned 40 on 30 December.

LeBron James' career comes full circle as he makes history in his first game as a 40-year-old against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday Monday, and he'll be making history once again. Assuming he suits up in the Lakers' next game versus the Cavs on Tuesday night, he will become the first player in NBA history to play both as a teenager and in his 40s.