Unbelievable Playmaking: The NBA Game Where Assists Shattered All Records
The big men, however, still have a ways to go to get into the all-time top-five list, which remains dominated by the traditional point guard. Hereâs a look at the top single-game assist performances of all time by an NBA player:
Most Assists in a Game
30 â Scott Skiles (Dec. 30, 1990)
With his ability to read the floor, itâs no wonder Skiles went on to become a head coach with the Phoenix Suns, Chicago Bulls, Milwaukee Bucks and Orlando Magic. Playing a team known for its ârun and gunâ style and little regard for defense under Paul Westhead, Skiles carved up the Nuggets and snapped Kevin Porterâs 12-year-old NBA record in the final minute of this regular-season contest. Eight different Orlando players scored in double figures and the Magic also set a franchise record for points in the 155-116 victory over the Denver Nuggets. Â
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