LeBron James is no stranger to history. But even by LeBronโs standards, this 2025 NBA season is really something.
The Lakers superstar turned 40 this season and has already shared a court with his son Bronnie. And LeBronโs presence is no team gimmick โ heโs still a major contributor whoโs scoring 20 points per game. He remains a top assist distributor in the league.
LeBron James remains the oldest active player in the NBA and has been for a few years now. He does still have a while to go to catch guys like Robert Parish and Vince Carter, both of whom played into their mid-40s.
Below is a list of the oldest NBA players, with their ages as of Jan. 7, 2025.
Ranking Oldest NBA Players in 2025
Rank | Player | Team | Age |
1 | LeBron James | Lakers | 40 years, 8 days |
2 | P.J. Tucker | Clippers | 39 years, 247 days |
3 | Chris Paul | Warriors | 39 years, 246 days |
4 | Taj Gibson | Pistons | 39 years, 197 days |
5 | Kyle Lowry | Heat | 38 years, 288 days |
6 | Garrett Temple | Raptors | 38 years, 244 days |
7 | Al Horford | Celtics | 38 years, 218 days |
8 | Jeff Green | Rockets | 38 years, 132 days |
9 | James Johnson | Pacers | 37 years, 322 days |
10 | Joe Ingles | Timberwolves | 37 years, 97 days |
Oldest NBA Player Ever
Nat Hickey is the oldest active NBA player on record at 45 years and 363 days.ย
The former undrafted swingman logged a game with the Providence Steamrollers just days before his 46th birthday back in 1948.
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