Photos | Celebrities watching LeBron James pursue scoring record
Wally Skalij, Robert Gauthier
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People watch and record on their phones as Lakers forward LeBron James warms up before playing against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. (Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times)
The sideline glitterati was out in force Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena as they watched LeBron James go for the NBA's all-time scoring record.
Here's a look at some of the notable celebrities on hand hoping to witness James surpass Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the scoring title.
Recording artist Bad Bunny watches from the sidelines during the second quarter. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)
TV personality and former NFL star Shannon Sharpe, left, and recording artist Jay Z talk before the game. (Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times)
Actor Denzel Washington watches the game during the first quarter. (Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times)
Lakers legends Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, left, and James Worthy talk before the game. (Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times)
Recording artist LL Cool J, left, watches courtside in the first quarter. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)
Tennis legend John McEnroe attends Tuesday's game between the Lakers and Thunder. (Harry How / Getty Images)
Retired boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. attends the game between the Lakers and Thunder. (Harry How / Getty Images)
Sports agent Rich Paul attends the game between the Lakers and Thunder. (Ronald Martinez / Getty Images)
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