Dirk Nowitzki moved past Wilt Chamberlain into 6th place in NBA's all-time scoring list during the Dallas Mavericks' 129-125 overtime loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

Nowitzki, who was in 6th place at the start of the season, was passed by LeBron James. In reclaiming his spot, Nowitzki now has scored 31,424 points in his career.

Nowitzki trails 5th place Michael Jordan by over 800 points.