"Class in every way" - Naomi Osaka, Sloane Stephens and tennis world react to LeBron James becoming NBA's all-time leading scorer

Naomi Osaka, Sloane Stephens, and many other tennis stars have taken to social media to congratulate LeBron James on becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer. They praised his incredible achievements, noting his hard work and dedication to the game.

Playing for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Oklahoma City Thunder, LeBron James entered the game with 2:14 left in the third quarter, needing just six points to surpass former record-holder Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. In a remarkable display of skill and athleticism, James scored twice in quick succession.

With 10.9 seconds remaining in the quarter, he leapt over Thunder forward Kenrich Williams and scored his 38,388th point, surpassing Abdul-Jabbar in the process. The game was immediately halted, and Abdul-Jabbar and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver came onto the court to celebrate the historic milestone.

Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka took to social media to congratulate the basketball legend on this historic feat.

"Nah cause Nike always has the best commercials after something historic has happened," she wrote on Twitter.

Here are some other reactions:

Naomi Osaka's Instagram Story

Sloane Stephens' Instagram story

James was very emotional to say the least. With tears in his eyes, he thanked the fans and his family and acknowledged Kareem's contribution to the sport.

"I want to say thank you to the Laker faithful. You guys are one of a kind. It means so much to me to be in the presence of such a legend and great as Kareem. It's very humbling. Please give a standing ovation to the captain, please," he said.

"To my beautiful wife, my daughter, my two boys, my friends, my boys, my family, my mother, all my, man, everybody that's ever been part of this ride with me the past 20 years, the past 20-plus year, I want to say I thank you so much because I wouldn't be me without you all. All your all's help, all your all's passion, all your all's sacrifices helped me get to this point," James added.

This milestone is a testament to LeBron's remarkable talent and longevity in the sport.

Naomi Osaka stands with the people of Turkey after devastating earthquake

Naomi Osaka at the Olympics

Meanwhile, Naomi Osaka has expressed on social media her solidarity with the people of Turkey who have been devastated by the catastrophic earthquake that struck the country on Monday, February 6.

Countries around the globe have responded to the crisis by dispatching specialist teams, sniffer dogs, and equipment to assist in rescue operations.

According to seismologists, this was one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded in Turkey, and survivors have reported that the shaking lasted for two minutes before finally subsiding. The magnitude of the disaster has prompted an international response, with many nations sending aid to help the affected areas.

Osaka has sent her heartfelt wishes to those affected, hoping they find the strength and courage to persevere through such a difficult time.