Players with the Longest Streaks of 10+ Point Games in NBA History
According to the saying, ‘Records are made to be broken,’ the NBA has seen a number of records fall in recent times, including Stephen Curry breaking the all-time three-pointers record and LeBron James eclipsing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the all-time top scorer. One record that is often overlooked but is growing is the longest stretch of games with at least 10 points.
Scoring more than 10 points in a single game might seem like an achievement for elite players but sustaining this level of consistency over many years, or even for decades is awe-inspiring. The players on this list have not only demonstrated their scoring skills, but also endurance, longevity and continued excellence throughout their careers.
Top 10 Players with the Longest Streaks of 10+ Point Games in NBA History
1. LeBron James – 1243 Games (and Counting)
LeBron James has the record for the longest streak of games that had at minimum 10 points. The streak continues from the time of the 2006-07 season. At the age of 39 LeBron is continuing to increase his impressive total, which is nearly impossible for any future or current player to surpass him.
- Streak duration: 2007 – Present
Key achievements throughout the streak:
- 4x NBA Champion
- 4x MVP
- 4x Finals MVP
- 27.2 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 7.4 APG
2. Michael Jordan – 866 Games
Michael Jordan, widely regarded as the greatest player of all time, continued the streak that he had from 1986 until 2001. His incredible scoring skills has helped the Chicago Bulls win six championships while securing five MVPs as well as six MVPs of the Finals.
- Streak duration: 1986 – 2001
The key achievements during the streak:
- 6x NBA Champion
- 5x MVP
- 6x Finals MVP
- 30.4 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 5.3 APG
3. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – 787 Games
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar who was the former all-time leading scorer, had a remarkable streak of success from 1977 until 1984. His famous skyhook helped him beat opponents and helped lead the Lakers to several championships during this time.
- Streak duration: 1977 – 1984
Key achievements throughout the streak:
- 2x NBA Champion
- 2x MVP
- 24.2 PPG, 10.4 RPG, 2.9 BPG
4. Karl Malone – 575 Games
One of the NBA’s best and most steady scorers, Karl Malone, kept his streak going for more than 8 years (1991-1999) when he played with the Utah Jazz. His exceptional mid-range game and endurance made him a formidable scorer.
- Streak duration: 1991 – 1999
The key achievements during the streak:
- 2x MVP
- 26.5 PPG, 10.5 RPG
5. Kevin Durant – 562 Games
One of the top scorers of the current NBA era Kevin Durant’s streak lasted from 2009 until 2017 with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Golden State Warriors. He was awarded multiple award-winning scoring titles throughout this period.
- Streak duration: 2009 – 2017
The most notable achievements of the streak:
- 4x Scoring Champion
- 1x MVP
- 1x NBA Champion
- 28.5 PPG, 49.7% FG
6. Moses Malone – 526 Games
A formidable player in the paint, Moses Malone’s run from 1978 to 1984 was rewarded with three MVPs along with an NBA title with the 76ers back in 1983.
- Streak duration: 1978 – 1984
The most notable achievements of the streak:
- 3x MVP
- 1x NBA Champion
- 26.2 PPG, 13.7K total points in the streak
7. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – 508 Games (Second Streak)
Yes, Kareem appears twice on this list! The first streak ran from 1969 until 1976 proving his unbeatable consistency in scoring throughout his entire career.
- Streak duration: 1969 – 1976
Key achievements throughout the streak:
- 4x MVP
- 1x NBA Champion
- 30.3 PPG
8. James Harden – 450 Games
James Harden’s storied scoring streak (2015-2021) in the Houston Rockets and Brooklyn Nets included three scoring titles and an MVP award.
Streak duration: 2015 – 2021
Key achievements throughout the streak:
- 3x Scoring Champion
- 1x MVP
- 30.9 PPG
9. Oscar Robertson – 428 Games
“The Big O” dominated the NBA in the 1960s due to his amazing all-around game averaged 30.5 PPG during this stretch.
- Streak duration: 1961 – 1966
Key achievements throughout the streak:
- 1x MVP
- 30.5 PPG
10. Kevin Garnett – 411 Games
Kevin Garnett was a defensive star who also managed to score consistently, earning him an MVP of the league as well as the NBA championship during his run.
- Streak duration: 2002 – 2007
The key achievements of the streak:
- 1x MVP
- 1x NBA Champion
- 22.7 PPG
Top 10 Active Streaks of 10+ Point Games in the NBA
- LeBron James – 1243 Games (and counting)
- Joel Embiid – 169 Games
- Kevin Durant – 188 Games
- Lauri Markkanen – 119 Games
- Kyrie Irving – 87 Games
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – 71 Games
- Luka Doncic – 70 Games
- Donovan Mitchell – 69 Games
- Zion Williamson – 64 Games
- Trae Young – 60 Games
Notable streaks that ended in recent times:
- Jayson Tatum – 163 Games
- De’Aaron Fox – 95 Games
- Pascal Siakam
Will LeBron James’ Record Ever Be Broken?
LeBron James’ active streak of 1243 games is so far ahead of the rest that no player is even close to being able to catch his record. The longest current streak Joel Embiid (169 games) is more than 1,000 games ahead!
With LeBron still playing at a top level at 39, his run could extend even more and make it nearly impossible for anyone to break his streak in the near future.
Conclusion
The longest streaks of the NBA’s 10+ point games show the top scorers of all time and their remarkable consistency. Even though LeBron James’ ongoing streak is the most cited record legends such as Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Karl Malone proved their scoring endurance throughout their careers.
In terms of the stars of today players, such as Joel Embiid, Kevin Durant and Luka Doncic are continuing to build their own streaks however they have a long way get to LeBron’s record for all-time.
One thing is certain that consistency is a must in the NBA and only the best players can sustain their scoring excellence across many games.
FAQ’s ?
LeBron James with 1243 games (and counting) since 2006-07.
Kevin Durant with 188 consecutive games.
Yes, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has two streaks: 787 games (1977-1984) and 508 games (1969-1976).
It's unlikely, as LeBron's streak is far ahead, and his scoring consistency remains exceptional.