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    List of Top 20 Highest Scoring NBA Games In League

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    List of Top 20 Highest Scoring NBA Games In League
    List of Top 20 Highest Scoring NBA Games In League

    The National Basketball Association is the top-level basketball league in the world, that consists of 30 teams including 29 United States teams and 1 team from Canada. In NBA games, scores are kept using numbers. The team with the highest score is considered to be the highest-scoring team. On December 13, 1983, the game between the Detroit Pistons and Denver Nuggets had the highest score in NBA history. Here you may also check all the details about the List of the Top 20 Highest-scoring NBA Games In the League.

    In the Detroit Pistons Vs Denver Nuggets game, the Pistons won by scoring 186 points. The total score of both teams in the game was 370 points, which is the highest point in the history of the NBA.

    List of Top 20 Highest Scoring NBA Games In League

    Below we have shared the details of the highest-scoring games in NBA history by table:-

    RankDATETEAMPointsresultVenue
    1December 13, 1983Detroit Pistons Vs Denver Nuggets370186–184McNichols Arena
    Denver, Colorado
    2February 24, 2023Sacramento Kings Vs Los Angeles Clippers351176–175Crypto.com Arena
    Los Angeles, California
    3March 6, 1982San Antonio Spurs Vs Milwaukee Bucks337171–166HemisFair Arena
    San Antonio, Texas
    4March 1, 2019Chicago Bulls Vs Atlanta Hawks329168–161State Farm Arena
    Atlanta, Georgia
    5November 2, 1990Golder State Warriors Vs Denver Nuggets320162–158McNichols Arena
    Denver, Colorado
    6January 11, 1984Denver Nuggets Vs San Antonio Spurs318163–155McNichols Arena
    Denver, Colorado
    7December 7, 2006Phoenix Suns Vs New Jersey Nets318161–157Continental Airlines Arena
    East Rutherford, New Jersey
    8October 30, 2019Houston Rockets Vs Washington Wizards317159–158Capital One Arena
    Washington, D.C.
    9March 2, 1962Philadelphia Warriors Vs New York Knicks316169–147Hershey Sports Arena
    Hershey, Pennsylvania
    10March 12, 1970Cincinnati Royals vs San Diego Rockets316165–151Cincinnati Gardens
    Cincinnati
    11November 10, 1990Phoenix Suns Vs Denver Nuggets316173–143Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum
    Phoenix, Arizona
    12May 11, 1992Portland Trail Blazers Vs Phoenix Suns304153–151Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum
    Phoenix, Arizona
    13June 1, 2021Denver Nuggets Vs Portland Trail Blazers287147–140Ball Arena
    Denver, Colorado
    14April 26, 1983San Antonio Spurs Vs Denver Nuggets285152–133HemisFair Arena
    San Antonio, Texas
    15April 28, 1990Boston Celtics Vs New York Knicks285157–128Boston Garden
    Boston
    16April 23, 1987Dallas Mavericks Vs Seattle SuperSonics280151–129Reunion Arena
    Dallas
    17April 1, 1967San Francisco Warriors Vs St. Louis Hawks279143–136Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum Arena
    Oakland, California
    18March 25, 1957St. Louis Hawks Vs Minneapolis Lakers278143–135Minneapolis Auditorium
    Minneapolis
    19May 10, 2003Dallas Mavericks Vs Sacramento Kings278141–137ARCO Arena
    Sacramento, California
    20April 20, 1985Los Angeles Lakers Vs Phoenix Suns277147–130Great Western Forum
    Los Angeles

    1. Detroit Pistons Vs Denver Nuggets, 186–184

    Detroit Pistons Vs Denver Nuggets

    The Detroit Pistons Vs Denver Nuggets game is the highest-scoring game in NBA history, with both teams scoring 370 points, which is more than any other team has ever done. This high-scoring match in NBA history took place on December 13, 1983, at McNichols Arena in Denver, Colorado. Game My’s most points, 51, were scored by Kiki Vandeweghe, and the Detroit team’s leading scorers are John Long, Kelly Tripucka, and Isiah Thomas.

    2. Sacramento Kings Vs Los Angeles Clippers, 176–175

    The 2nd highest-scoring basketball match in the history of the NBA was played on Sacramento Kings Vs Los Angeles Clippers. This match was organized at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The match ended with a score of 176-175, and the Kings won by 1 point. Both teams scored 351 points in the game. Malik Monk scored the most points (45) in the game.

    • Sacramento Kings Leading Scorers:- De’Aaron Fox (42), Domantas Sabonis (20), Monk (45)
    • Los Angeles Clippers Leading Scorers:- Paul George (34), Norman Powell (24), Kawhi Leonard (44)

    3. San Antonio Spurs Vs Milwaukee Bucks, 171–166

    San Antonio Spurs Vs Milwaukee Bucks

    The match San Antonio Spurs Vs Milwaukee Bucks was played on March 6, 1982, at HemisFair Arena, San Antonio, Texas. In the game, Both teams combined to score 337 points. The Spurs won the game by a score of 171–166. San Antonio player George Gervin scored the highest 50 points in the game.

    • San Antonio Spurs Leading Scorers:- Mike Mitchell (45), Gervin (50)
    • Milwaukee Bucks Leading Scorers:- Bob Lanier (29), Brian Winters (42), Junior Bridgeman (31)

    4. Chicago Bulls Vs Atlanta Hawks, 168–161

    Chicago Bulls Vs Atlanta Hawks

    The match Chicago Bulls Vs Atlanta Hawks was played on March 1, 2019, at State Farm Arena, Atlanta, Georgia. In the game, Both teams combined to score 329 points. The Bulls won the game by a score of 168–161. Hawks player Trae Young scored the highest 49 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Chicago Bulls Leading Scorers:- Otto Porter Jr. (31), Zach LaVine (47), , Lauri Markkanen (31)
    • Atlanta Hawks Leading Scorers:- Alex Len (24), Trae Young (49)

    5. Golder State Warriors Vs Denver Nuggets, 162–158

    The match Golder State Warriors Vs Denver Nuggets was played on November 2, 1990, at McNichols Arena, Denver, Colorado. In the game, Both teams combined to score 320 points. The Warriors won the game by a score of 162–158. Warriors player Chris Mullin scored the highest 38 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Golder State Warriors Leading Scorers:- Tim Hardaway (32), Mullin (38), Mitch Richmond (29)
    • Denver Nuggets Leading Scorers:- Walter Davis (33), Orlando Woolridge (37)

    6. Denver Nuggets Vs San Antonio Spurs, 163–155

    Denver Nuggets Vs San Antonio Spurs

    The match Denver Nuggets Vs San Antonio Spurs was played on January 11, 1984, at McNichols Arena, Denver, Colorado. In the game, Both teams combined to score 318 points. The Nuggets won the game by a score of 163–155. Nuggets player Kiki Vandeweghe scored the highest 50 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Denver Nuggets Leading Scorers:- Alex English (25), Vandeweghe (50)
    • San Antonio Spurs Leading Scorers:- John Lucas II (23), George Gervin (38)

    7. Phoenix Suns Vs New Jersey Nets, 161–157

    The match Phoenix Suns Vs New Jersey Nets was played on December 7, 2006, at Continental Airlines Arena, East Rutherford, New Jersey. In the game, Both teams combined to score 318 points. The Suns won the game by a score of 161–157. Suns player Steve Nash scored the highest 42 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Phoenix Suns Leading Scorers:- Amare Stoudemire (23), Nash (42), Shawn Marion (33), Raja Bell (24)
    • New Jersey Nets Leading Scorers:- Richard Jefferson (25), Kidd (38), Vince Carter (31)

    8. Houston Rockets Vs Washington Wizards, 159–158

    The match Houston Rockets Vs Washington Wizards was played on October 30, 2019, at Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.. In the game, Both teams combined to score 317 points. The Rockets won the game by a score of 159–158. Rockets player James Harden scored the highest 59 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Houston Rockets Leading Scorers:- Harden (59), Clint Capela (21)
    • Washington Wizards Leading Scorers:- Rui Hachimura (23), Dāvis Bertāns (21), Bradley Beal (46)

    9. Philadelphia Warriors Vs New York Knicks, 169–147

    The match Philadelphia Warriors Vs New York Knicks was played on March 2, 1962, at Hershey Sports Arena, Hershey, Pennsylvania. In the game, Both teams combined to score 316 points. The Warriors won the game by a score of 169–147. Philadelphia player Wilt Chamberlain scored the highest 100 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Philadelphia Warriors Leading Scorers:- Chamberlain (100)
    • New York Knicks Leading Scorers:- Cleveland Buckner (31), Richie Guerin (39), Willie Naulls (33), Cleveland Buckner (31)

    10. Cincinnati Royals vs San Diego Rockets, 165–151

    The match Cincinnati Royals vs San Diego Rockets was played on March 12, 1970, at Cincinnati Gardens, Cincinnati. In the game, Both teams combined to score 316 points. The Cincinnati won the game by a score of 165–151. Royals player Elvin Hayes scored the highest 40 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Cincinnati Royals Leading Scorers:- Johnny Green (29), Oscar Robertson (28), Tom Van Arsdale (36), Connie Dierking (34), Norm Van Lier (22)
    • San Diego Rockets Leading Scorers:- Don Kojis (23), John Block (20), Hayes (40)

    11. Phoenix Suns Vs Denver Nuggets, 173–143

    Phoenix Suns Vs Denver Nuggets

    The match Phoenix Suns Vs Denver Nuggets was played on November 10, 1990, at Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Phoenix, Arizona. In the game, Both teams combined to score 316 points. The Suns won the game by a score of 173–143. Nuggets player Orlando Woolridge scored the highest 40 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Phoenix Suns Leading Scorers:- Kevin Johnson (23), Kenny Battle (23), Dan Majerle (21), Tom Chambers (20), Cedric Ceballos (32)
    • Denver Nuggets Leading Scorers:- Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf (26), Walter Davis (22), Woolridge (40)

    12. Portland Trail Blazers Vs Phoenix Suns, 153–151

    The match Portland Trail Blazers Vs Phoenix Suns was played on May 11, 1992, at Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Phoenix, Arizona. In the game, Both teams combined to score 304 points. The Suns won the game by a score of 153–151. Suns player Kevin Johnson scored the highest 35 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Portland Trail Blazers Leading Scorers:- Clyde Drexler (33), Terry Porter (31), Danny Ainge (25), Jerome Kersey (21)
    • Phoenix Suns Leading Scorers:- Johnson (35), Tom Chambers (29), Jeff Hornacek (23), Dan Majerle (21)

    13. Denver Nuggets Vs Portland Trail Blazers, 147–140

    The match Denver Nuggets Vs Portland Trail Blaze was played on June 1, 2021, at Ball Arena, Denver, Colorado. In the game, Both teams combined to score 287 points. The Nuggets won the game by a score of 147–140. Denver player Lillard scored the highest 35 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Denver Nuggets Leading Scorers:- Nikola Jokić (38), Monté Morris (28), Michael Porter Jr. (26)
    • Portland Trail Blazers Leading Scorers:- Lillard (55)

    14. San Antonio Spurs Vs Denver Nuggets, 152–133

    San Antonio Spurs Vs Denver Nuggets

    The match San Antonio Spurs Vs Denver Nuggets was played on April 26, 1983, at HemisFair Arena, San Antonio, Texas. In the game, Both teams combined to score 285 points. Antonio won the game by a score of 152–133. Spurs player George Gervin scored the highest 42 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • San Antonio Spurs Leading Scorers:- Gervin (42), Johnny Moore (24), Gene Banks (22), Mike Mitchell (22)
    • Denver Nuggets Leading Scorers:- Dan Issel (28), Alex English (26), Kiki Vandeweghe (22)

    15. Boston Celtics Vs New York Knicks, 157–128

    The match Boston Celtics Vs New York Knicks was played on April 28, 1990, at Boston Garden, Boston. In the game, Both teams combined to score 285 points. The Celtics won the game by a score of 157–128. Celtics player Kevin McHale scored the highest 31 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Boston Celtics Leading Scorers:- McHale (31), Reggie Lewis (21)
    • New York Knicks Leading Scorers:- Patrick Ewing (28), Gerald Wilkins (24), Johnny Newman (21)

    16. Dallas Mavericks Vs Seattle SuperSonics, 151–129

    The match Dallas Mavericks Vs Seattle SuperSonics was played on April 23, 1987, at Reunion Arena, Dallas. In the game, Both teams combined to score 280 points. Antonio won the game by a score of 151–129. SuperSonics player Tom Chambers scored the highest 35 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Dallas Mavericks Leading Scorers:- Mark Aguirre (28), Roy Tarpley (25)
    • Seattle SuperSonics Leading Scorers:- Chambers (35), Dale Ellis (22)

    17. San Francisco Warriors Vs St. Louis Hawks, 143–136

    The match San Francisco Warriors Vs St. Louis Hawks was played on April 1, 1967, at Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum Arena, Oakland, California. In the game, Both teams combined to score 279 points. Francisco won the game by a score of 143–136. Warriors player Rick Barry scored the highest 47 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • San Francisco Warriors Leading Scorers:- Barry (47), Jeff Mullins (26), Nate Thurmond (22)
    • St. Louis Hawks Leading Scorers:- Bill Bridges (26), Lou Hudson (24), Richie Guerin (22), Lenny Wilkens (22)

    18. St. Louis Hawks Vs Minneapolis Lakers, 143–135

    St. Louis Hawks Vs Minneapolis Lakers

    The match St. Louis Hawks Vs Minneapolis Lakers was played on March 25, 1957, at Minneapolis Auditorium, Minneapolis. In the game, Both teams combined to score 278 points. Hawks won the game by a score of 143–135. Lakers player Bobby Leonard scored the highest 42 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • St. Louis Hawks Leading Scorers:- Bob Pettit (35), Slater Martin (26), Cliff Hagan (22)
    • Minneapolis Lakers Leading Scorers:- Leonard (42), Clyde Lovellette (22), Walter Dukes (21)

    19. Dallas Mavericks Vs Sacramento Kings, 141–137

    The match Dallas Mavericks Vs Sacramento Kings was played on May 10, 2003, at ARCO Arena, Sacramento, California. In the game, Both teams combined to score 278 points. Dallas won the game by a score of 141–137. Mavericks player Nick Van Exel scored the highest 40 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Dallas Mavericks Leading Scorers:- Van Exel (40), Steve Nash (31), Dirk Nowitzki (25), Michael Finley (20)
    • Sacramento Kings Leading Scorers:- Peja Stojaković (39), Vlade Divac (20)

    20. Los Angeles Lakers Vs Phoenix Suns, 147–130

    The match Los Angeles Lakers Vs Phoenix Suns was played on April 20, 1985, at Great Western Forum, Los Angeles. In the game, Both teams combined to score 277 points. The Lakers won the game by a score of 147–130. Lakers player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar scored the highest 24 points in the game. This game is noted as the highest-scoring game in NBA history.

    • Los Angeles Lakers Leading Scorers:- Abdul-Jabbar (24), Bob McAdoo (22), Byron Scott (21), Mike McGee (20)
    • Phoenix Suns Leading Scorers:- Alvan Adams (23), Jay Humphries (21), Mike Sanders (20)

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