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Most NBA Playoff Series Wins (player)

Posted by Andrew Weiser on December 22, 2023

(last updated on October 9, 2025)

While all the NBA’s most revered individual statistical records are accounted for during the regular season, greatness and glory happen in the playoffs. When NBA fans argue about the greatest player of all time, one of the most common arguments made is Michael Jordan’s six championships and 6-0 record in the Finals. So which players have won the most playoff series? Who has the most playoff wins in NBA history? Who are the greatest winners in the playoffs? Let’s find out.

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Top 10 Teams in NBA History

Posted by Brian Wright on December 22, 2023

(last updated on October 9, 2025)

With changing styles and parity, determining the best NBA teams of all time is not an exact science — especially narrowing it down to specific seasons. The ten legendary teams presented below don’t collectively represent the scope of the league’s history which dates back to the late 1940s but at least gives respect to the time periods they played. One major qualification: to be on this list, you needed to have won it all (sorry, 73-win Warriors).

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10 Greatest Centers of All Time

Posted by Andrew Weiser on December 1, 2023

(last updated on October 9, 2025)

2024 marked the first time since the 1980 season that a center has won the NBA MVP award four years in a row. In fact, between 1965 and 1980 the award went exclusively to centers. While the modern game and the three-point revolution have changed the demands of the position, it’s safe to say that the big man is a relevant force in basketball again. While Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic may not be in the conversation just yet, we’re going to look at the top 10 centers of all time.

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Most Unbreakable Records in NBA History

Posted by Vivek Singh on November 30, 2023

‘Records are meant to be broken.’ While that might usually be the case for most records, we are not sure that is going to happen with the following ones. Today, let’s have a look at some of the most incredible feats in NBA history by some of the greatest players in league history.

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Top 10 European Basketball Players in NBA History

Posted by Andrew Weiser on November 29, 2023

(last updated on October 8, 2025)

The game of basketball is becoming increasingly international, as reflected by the best professional league in the world … the NBA. Some of the best European players today are some of the best players in the league, and the top picks from some recent drafts were French phenom Victor Wembanyama (2023) and Spaniard Zaccharie Risacher (2024). As the game spreads across the Atlantic and around the world, let’s look at the greatest European players to play in the NBA.  

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Most 3 Pointers in an NBA Game (player)

Posted by Vivek Singh on October 27, 2023

(last updated on October 8, 2025)

The NBA has come a long way from its early stages where a team’s offense was usually built around its big men. While the perimeter-oriented game has been a part of NBA offenses for a long time, it has never been as important as in today’s game. Most offenses in the modern NBA are designed to exploit the two most efficient shots in basketball- the layup/dunk and the three-point shot. So, it shouldn’t surprise anyone that some of the best three-point shooters of all time play in the modern NBA. Today we are going to look at a list of players who have made the most three-point shots in an NBA game.

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Most Points in a Quarter in NBA History (player)

Posted by Vivek Singh on October 11, 2023

(last updated on October 8, 2025)

In the world of professional basketball, the NBA has witnessed some truly electrifying performances over the years. One of the most awe-inspiring records is the number of points scored by a single player in a quarter. These sensational bursts of scoring not only elevate the player’s status but also leave fans in absolute astonishment. Join us as we take a closer look at the elite group of NBA players who have etched their names in history by lighting up the scoreboard in a single quarter like never before.

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Top 10 NBA Small Forwards of All Time

Posted by Vivek Singh on October 4, 2023

(last updated on October 7, 2025)

Small forwards play a pivotal role in the NBA, balancing offense and defense with versatility. They are often tasked with guarding the opponent’s best wing scorer while contributing points, rebounds, and assists on the offensive end. Their ability to shoot, drive, and create opportunities makes them essential in modern basketball, bridging the gap between guards and big men. Small forwards are the glue that holds a team together, making them indispensable in the pursuit of success on the NBA hardwood. So, today let’s have a look at the greatest small forwards of all time.

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Most 50-Point Games in NBA History

Posted by Andrew Weiser on October 3, 2023

(last updated on October 7, 2025)

Among basketball fans, few metrics are as hallowed as scoring. A player’s points are often the first stat examined when looking at overall performance in a single game. Surely many modern fans of the game will be able to tell their grandchildren where they were when LeBron James broke Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time career scoring record. One single-game scoring milestone that is always guaranteed to make headlines is the 50-point game. The 50-burger. The 50-piece. 

Today, we will be examining NBA records related to 50-point games by listing the top 10 players with the most 50-point games in NBA history. We’ll also dig into other 50-point related records like finding out who has the most 50-point games in a season in NBA history and the most 50-point games in NBA playoff history.

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Top 10 NBA Shooting Guards of All Time

Posted by Vivek Singh on September 27, 2023

(last updated on October 6, 2025)

Shooting guards hold a pivotal role in the NBA, balancing their scoring ability with defensive skills. Often tasked with guarding the opponent’s top perimeter player, they must also contribute significantly to their team’s offensive output. Their ability to sink long-range shots, drive to the basket, and create scoring opportunities is crucial. A skilled shooting guard can be the difference-maker in tight games, making them indispensable to their teams’ success. So today let’s have a look at the best shooting guards of all time.

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