NBA records are a big deal in the basketball scene. Although NBA players strive to prove themselves by breaking historical records, some bars are set so high that no one can beat them. That said, what are the most unbreakable NBA records?

One of the NBA records of all time that NBA players aim to achieve is the most points made in a single game. Up to this day, NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain still holds the records. 

Now that the NBA world records have piqued your interest keep reading through. You will not believe who made it to the list.

Most Consecutive Championships 

The best way to prove your basketball prowess is by the number of your championship appearances. Needless to elaborate, the more frequently your team competes in the finals, the more legendary you become.

A single championship appearance alone is already a huge feat; how much more with consecutive championships? Making it to the finals consecutively proves team cooperation and individual prowess, thus making it an unbreakable NBA record.

The Boston Celtics have held the most NBA record for consecutive championships for more than 50 years. Celtics made a remarkable record of eight consecutive appearances in the NBA championships between the years 1959 to 1966.

Wait, there’s more! What’s more fascinating is that no other teams come close to this legendary feat. Minneapolis Lakers, Los Angeles Lakers, and Chicago Bulls attempted to break this accolade but failed, with only three consecutive championships, respectively.

Nonetheless, Boston Celtics’ eight-championship streak is uncontested since the team was spearheaded by Red Auerbach, a Hall-of-Famer coach. With his signature cigar, Auerbach brought home the first finals title of the Celtics in 1957. 

Celtics had an eight-peat win in 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, and 1966. However, they lost to maintain the momentum in the following season at the hands of St. Louis Hawks. Proving his coaching prowess, Auerbach bounced back, and that’s when a history was born.

Most Career Points 

The most career points in the NBA are a highly coveted accolade and have long been held by the legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Abdul-Jabbar has been gatekeeping the record for 33 years (and counting) since 1989, with a 38,387 career points record.

However, Kareem’s record is at stake as LeBron James moved past Karl Malone’s 36,938 points last 2022-23 NBA season. James is trailing behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and will soon snatch the record with 37,758 career points as of December 2022.

Doing the math, you will know that James is less than a thousand points from surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. While average fans think it will take James a lot of hard work and time to do so, avid fans know his majesty.

It is important to note that he has broken the second spot with only 19 seasons (not including his drought season in 2020-2021 due to an injury). Check out the scoreboard below if you are wondering about the exact spots of other NBA legends in the top 10. Please note that player names in bold are still active.

1. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar- 38,387

2. LeBron James- 37, 758

3. Karl Malone- 36,928

4. Kobe Bryant- 33,643

5. Michael Jordan- 32,292

6. Dirk Nowitzki- 31,560

7. Wilt Chamberlain- 31,419

8. Shaquille O’Neal- 28,596

9. Carmelo Anthony- 28,289

10. Moses Malone- 27,409

As you may have noticed, LeBron James is expected to make it to the top of the leaderboard. Give him a season or two, and he will dominate in the most career points lists in the NBA.

Most Career Assists

Another highly coveted record in the NBA is the most career assists in history, and it belongs to John Stockton. With a record of 10.5 average assists per game, Stockton ended his career with an all-time high of 15.806 assists.

If you are still doubting his athleticism, know that he made his personal assist best in 1991 with 28 assists in a single game. No wonder John Stockton is considered one of the most significant point guards in the NBA—perhaps the best player in the Utah Jazz.

However, John Stockton is among the great players who had to fall short at the time Michael Jordan reigned. Stockton only won a single NBA ring despite his solid career records.

He even won five conference finals and made appearances in the NBA finals twice. But it was not a big deal because almost no one could break the winning streaks of Michael Jordan at the time.

On another note, the most assists in a game without a turnover is shared by four players with 20 assists: Chris Paul (2016), Rickey Green (1984), John Lucas (1983), and Kevin Porter (1983).

Most Career Rebounds 

The most career rebounds are surely unbeatable, with Wilt Chamberlain’s 23,924 rebounds. Chamberlain achieved this historic high with 14 seasons and 1,045 games—he is a legend.

Proving his excellence, Wilt Chamberlain also possesses the most rebounds in a single NBA game with 55 rebounds. He is the most excellent rebounder that the league has ever signed in.

Other NBA legends included in the top list are Bill Russell, with 21,620 rebounds, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbarr, with 17,440 rebounds. Below is the complete top 10 list of rebound leaders in NBA history.

1. Wilt Chamberlain- 23,924

2. Bill Russell- 21,620

3. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar- 17,440

4. Elvin Hayes- 16,279

5. Moses Malone- 16,212

6. Tim Duncan- 15,091

7. Karl Malone- 14,968

8. Robert Parish- 14,715

9. Kevin Garnet- 14,662

10. Dwight Howard- 14,627

Most Consecutive Games Played

The most consecutive games played by a single player are among the most extraordinary feat you can add to your achievements before retiring from the NBA league. True enough, AC Green ended his NBA career with flying colors, as he recorded a staggering 1,192 consecutive games—yes, without any absences.

AC Green was on a different level when he completed all games from 1986 to 2001. Imagine, he played for 15 years consecutively. Green made a remarkable career with three NBA rings in his bag—two in 1997 and 1998 and one during his return to Los Angeles Lakers in 2000.

However, did you know that an active player is bubbling behind Green’s 1,192-game streak? Mikal Bridge, “Iron Man,” never missed a single game since he got drafted in 2018. He currently has 333 consecutive NBA matches as of December 6, 2022.

Another fun fact about him is that he did not miss a single game since his junior high stint. It proves he is eager to grow as a star player and wants to break Green’s records. Who knows? Only time could tell.

Most Three-Pointers in Single Game

Klay Thompson made the most three points recorded in a game in 2018. Thompson, one of the most outstanding NBA three-point leaders, scored 14 three points. 

Klay Thompson won the NBA Championship in four of his nine seasons of competition. He established his dominance as the point/shooting guard for the GS Warriors in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022. Isn’t it amazing that he has been holding the title shortly after his debut?

He has averaged 19.5 points, 2.4 assists, and 3.5 rebounds. He can significantly advance the entire plan. Undoubtedly, he is becoming a legend. If you want to know who made it into the list of three-point leaders, check out the list below.

1. Klay Thompson- 14 three points (2018)

2. Stephen Curry- 13 three points (2016)

3. Zach Levine- 13 three points (2019)

4. Kobe Bryant- 12 three points (2003)

5. Donyell Marshall- 12 (2005)

Apparently, the Golden States Warriors is blessed with shooting maniacs—Klay Thompson and Stephen Curry. Undoubtedly, it is one of the reasons why they have been going strong in the NBA league for years now.

Other Unbreakable NBA Records

Other than the listed records above, there are more that you should know of. Below are the accolades that are impossible to break shortly, including the average blocks per game. It only proves that the NBA is an avenue for excellent players around the globe.

Most Individual Points in a Game

In 1962, Wilt Chamberlain made a historical record of 100 points in a game between the Philadelphia Warriors and the New York Knicks, 169-147. Meaning he contributed 100 out of 169 in a single game. Only the most outstanding players can achieve this peak, and Wilt Chamberlain is here to prove it.

Also, during the same season, 1961-1962, Chamberlain averaged 50 points per game. He deserves to be called one of the most historical players.

Many have tried to break this momentum, including Kobe Bryant, who scored 82 points in 2006. However, no one could come close to this feat, even the three-point legends.

Most NBA Championships Won By a Team/Franchise

If you think of the greatest NBA teams in history, the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers will surely come to your mind. Hence, it is no wonder they tied for the most NBA championships won by a team with 17 wins, respectively.

Starting with the Boston Celtics have already proven their dominance with eight consecutive championship wins between 1959-1966. They held the record because of their wins in 1957, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969, 1974, 1976, 1981, 1984, 1986, and 2008.

Moving on, the Los Angeles/Minneapolis Lakers grabbed 17 championship trophies in 1949, 1950, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1972, 1980, 1982, 1985, 1987, 1988, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2009, 2010, and 2020.

Most Margin of Victory

The 68 points margin in the challenging game between Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat in 1991, 148-80. The Heat outscored the Cavaliers in the first half with a 20-point lead. The tides turned with Cleaveland having 75 points, falling Heat behind with 27 points.

Why are These Records Unbreakable?

Some NBA records are unbreakable because the bar is set too high, not to mention that these records are by NBA veterans, legends, and stars. For example, Wilt Chamberlain made 100 points in just a game, which so much higher than the average number of points per game.

In other words, the gap between the average and the highest records is too high that it takes innate athleticism to break them. Hence, only time can tell when these unbreakable records will be broken—-only the gifted players will be able to do so.

Wrapping Things Up: What are the Most Unbreakable NBA Records?

What are the most unbreakable NBA records? The most individual point and three points made in a single game are the most highly coveted. It makes you a news headliner and cements your NBA standing. Also, a personal record could be more rewarding than a team’s.

If you plan to join the NBA, make it to a point where you can break long-held records or make a new record yourself. It may seem impossible, but these legends also started front the bottom. Always keep in mind that the sky is the only limit. It is up to you and your effort to make it happen, so never lose hope!

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