The NBA (National Basketball Association) was founded in 1946 and has since become one of the premier professional basketball leagues in the world. Over the years, many legendary players have graced the league and left their mark on the scoring records. Some notable scoring records include:

 

All-Time Leading Scorer

As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar holds the record for the most points scored in NBA history, with 38,387 points over his career.

Single-Game Scoring Record


Wilt Chamberlain set the record for the most points scored in a single NBA game with 100 points on March 2, 1962, while playing for the Philadelphia Warriors against the New York Knicks.

Most Points in a Season


The record for the highest scoring average in a single NBA season belongs to Wilt Chamberlain as well. He averaged 50.4 points per game during the 1961-1962 season.

Three-Point Records


Ray Allen holds the record for the most three-pointers made in NBA history, with 2,973 made three-point shots over his career. Stephen Curry is also a prominent three-point shooter and has set several records, including the most three-pointers made in a single season.

Most Points in a Single Quarter

Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors scored 37 points in the third quarter of a game against the Sacramento Kings on January 23, 2015. This stands as the record for the most points scored by a player in a single quarter.

Most Points in NBA Finals History

The record for the most points scored in NBA Finals history belongs to Jerry West, who scored a total of 1,679 points over his career in the Finals. However, it's worth noting that LeBron James is not far behind and has a chance to break this record in the future.

Most 50-Point Games


 Wilt Chamberlain holds the record for the most 50-point games in NBA history with 118 such performances. He was known for his scoring prowess and dominant performances throughout his career.

Highest Scoring Game

On December 13, 1983, the Detroit Pistons faced the Denver Nuggets in a game that holds the record for the highest-scoring NBA game. The final score was 186-184 in favor of the Pistons after three overtimes.

Scoring Titles

 The NBA awards the scoring title each season to the player with the highest points per game average. Players like Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Kevin Durant have won multiple scoring titles over the years.

Most Points in a Half


 The record for the most points scored by a player in a half is held by Klay Thompson. On October 29, 2018, playing for the Golden State Warriors against the Chicago Bulls, Thompson scored 52 points in the first half.

Longest Scoring Streak


The record for the most consecutive games scoring in double digits is held by Michael Jordan. He scored in double figures in 866 consecutive games from March 1986 to December 2001.

Youngest Player to Reach 30,000 Points


 LeBron James became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 30,000 career points on January 23, 2018, at the age of 33 years and 24 days. He achieved this milestone while playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Most 60-Point Games


 Wilt Chamberlain holds the record for the most 60-point games in NBA history with 32 such performances. His scoring prowess was unmatched during his era.

Most Points in a Playoff Game


 Elgin Baylor holds the record for the most points scored in a single NBA playoff game. On April 14, 1962, Baylor scored 61 points for the Los Angeles Lakers in a game against the Boston Celtics.

Most Points in an NBA All-Star Game


 The record for the most points scored in an NBA All-Star Game belongs to Wilt Chamberlain. He scored 42 points in the 1962 All-Star Game.


  • These records and achievements highlight the incredible scoring performances by some of the greatest players in NBA history. The league's history is filled with remarkable feats, and there are many more records and milestones to explore.