LeBron James is no stranger to history. But even by LeBron’s standards, this 2024-25 NBA season is really something.
The Lakers superstar is set to turn 40 this year and has already shared a court with his son Bronnie. And LeBron’s presence is no team gimmick – he’s still a major contributor who’s 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 Dec. 4, 2024.
Ranking Oldest NBA Players in 2024
| Rank | Player | Team | Age |
| 1 | LeBron James | Lakers | 39 years, 340 days |
| 2 | P.J. Tucker | Clippers | 39 years, 213 days |
| 3 | Chris Paul | Warriors | 39 years, 212 days |
| 4 | Taj Gibson | Pistons | 39 years, 163 days |
| 5 | Kyle Lowry | Heat | 38 years, 254 days |
| 6 | Garrett Temple | Raptors | 38 years, 210 days |
| 7 | Al Horford | Celtics | 38 years, 184 days |
| 8 | Jeff Green | Rockets | 38 years, 98 days |
| 9 | James Johnson | Pacers | 37 years, 288 days |
| 10 | Joe Ingles | Timberwolves | 37 years, 63 days |
Oldest NBA Player Ever
Nat Hickey is the oldest active NBA player on record at 45 years and 363 days.
The former undrafted swingman logged a game with the Providence Steamrollers just days before his 46th birthday back in 1948.
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