Scoring Frenzy: 5 of the NBA’s Highest Scoring Games of All Time
Following a record breaking game at the crypto.com arena between the Clippers and the Kings, Let us have a look at 4 games extremely similar to the aforementioned
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Some of the world’s best athletes display their skills on the court in the NBA, which is recognised for its high-scoring matches. There have been a handful of games over the years where both teams have put up amazing stats, leading to some of the highest-scoring games in NBA history. These games featured both record-breaking performances and spectacular clutch situations. Let us look at 5 of the highest-scoring games in NBA history.
1. Detroit Pistons Vs Denver Nuggets, 1983
The game played between the Detroit Pistons and the Denver Nuggets on December 13, 1983, was a historic high-scoring affair that ended in a 186-184 victory for the Pistons in triple overtime, making it the highest-scoring game in NBA history. It was a back-and-forth battle between the two teams, with both sides exchanging leads throughout the game. Isiah Thomas of the Pistons led his team’s scorers with 47 points, while Kiki Vandeweghe of the Nuggets had 51 points in the losing effort. The game featured a number of other notable performances, including John Long’s 41 points for the Pistons and Alex English’s 47 points for the Nuggets. The game remains one of the most memorable and exciting games in NBA history.
2. Los Angeles Clippers Vs Sacramento Kings, 2023
The NBA returned back to action post the 2023 All-star break. The California derby a.k.a the game between the Clippers and the Kings was one for the ages. With former MVP Russell Westbrook making his debut for the Clippers, the game did not disappoint. An exciting display of offence from both teams propelled the game to 2 overtimes, and the final score was 175-176 in favour of the Kings. It is the second-highest-scoring game in the history of the league. Malik Monk led all the scorers with a career-high 45 points and a clutch shot in the 4th quarter. Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers’ scoring with 44 points.
3. San Antonio Spurs Vs Milwaukee Bucks, 1982
The game played between the San Antonio Spurs and the Milwaukee Bucks on March 6, 1982, at the HemisFair Arena in San Antonio, Texas, was a thrilling high-scoring matchup. Spurs came out on top with a 171-166 victory in triple overtime. George Gervin led the Spurs’ scoring with 50 points, while Mike Mitchell added 45 points and Johnny Moore had 26 points and 18 assists. The Bucks were led by Junior Bridgeman, who had 38 points, and Sidney Moncrief, who had 32 points and 11 rebounds. The game featured several lead changes and clutch performances from both teams, with each side refusing to give up until the very end. It was a game that will forever be remembered as one of the greatest offensive displays in NBA history.
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4. Atlanta Hawks Vs Chicago Bulls, 2019
The game played between the Chicago Bulls and the Atlanta Hawks on March 1, 2019 was another high-scoring affair that ended in a 168-161 quadruple-overtime victory for the Hawks. The game set the record for the then third-highest scoring game in NBA history, with both teams combining for 329 points. Trae Young led the Hawks with 49 points and 16 assists, while Lauri Markkanen had 31 points and 17 rebounds for the Bulls. The game was filled with dramatic moments, including a game-tying three-pointer by Zach LaVine to force the first overtime and a clutch three-pointer by Young in the fourth overtime to seal the win for the Hawks.
5. Golden State Warriors Vs Denver Nuggets, 1990
The game played between the Golden State Warriors and the Denver Nuggets on November 2, 1990, was a record-breaking night for the NBA. The Warriors came out on top with a 162-158 victory. The game featured several incredible performances, including a 51-point effort from Denver’s Michael Adams and a 49-point game from Golden State’s Purvis Short. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets and neither side able to pull away. The Warriors’ victory was secured in part by a game-saving block by Chris Mullin.
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