13 Unbreakable NBA Records

It seems like there’s a new record broken in the NBA every season.

From total season points to accuracy from the three-point line, players are finding new ways to etch their names into the record books. However, some records might just be past the point of being broken. Here is our list of 13 of the most unbreakable records in NBA history.

Most Three-Pointers in a Career – Stephen Curry: 3,747 (And Rising)

There’s one thing to have an unbeatable record — it’s another for it to still be under construction. The Baby-Faced Assassin is currently playing for Golden State, where he averages somewhere between 250 and 300 a season — and he’s not slowing down anytime soon.

Most Consecutive Games – A.C. Green: 1,192

My knees hurt after one pick-up game at the gym — can you imagine how A.C. Green felt after he finished his 1,192nd game? From 1986 to 2001, Green played 1,192 straight games and achieved three titles in that time. His impressive run earned him the nickname of “Iron Man,” and his record likely isn’t going to be beaten.

Best Free Throw Percentage for the Season – José Calderon: 98.1%

Over the course of his 14 seasons in the NBA, José Calderon was never looking for the spotlight on himself. He was a league leader in the 2007-2008 season with an assistant-to-turnover ratio of 5.38 to 1. Even though the Raptors didn’t have the best 2008-2009 season, Calderon set the NBA record for the best free throw percentage in a season at an astounding 98.1%, only missing three the entire season (a player must have at least 125 free throws made to qualify for this record).

Most Single-Game Assists – Scott Skiles: 30

This record has stood for three decades and likely will not change anytime soon. There have been only eight games in NBA history in which a player has dished out more than 25 assists, but none more than Scott Skiles for Orlando in 1990. The Magic had a franchise-record 155 points in a win over the Nuggets, and Skiles played a big part in that record.

Single-Season Technical Fouls – Rasheed Wallace: 41

Although the recipient may not be a surprise, 41 has quite the sticker shock. As part of his temper-filled 2000-2001 season with the Portland Trail Blazers, Wallace amassed 41 technical fouls. This record is the least likely to ever get broken on this list because of the 2006 rules changes in the league. With a one-game suspension after the 16th technical and every two after that (18th, 20th, 22nd, etc.), a player would have to serve 14 games of suspension to reach the record of 41. Plus, all those fines…

Single-Game Points – Wilt Chamberlain: 100

The average number of points a team scores in an NBA game was 114.2 last season. Having 100 points scored by a single player is just unheard of. Wilt Chamberlain was a different breed of player, especially with the Philadelphia Warriors in 1962, when he averaged 50.4 points per game. The night he scored 100, he had 36 two-pointers and 28 free throws. Kobe Bryant got somewhat close with his famous 2006 clash against the Raptors but still only reached 81 points.

Most Championship Rings as a Player – Bill Russell: 11

Bill Russell has so many championship rings that he doesn’t even have enough fingers to put them all on. In a 13-year career, the center for the Boston Celtics from 1956 to 1969 played a significant role in the dynasty that was created. Known for the “Hey, Bill” defense and “Wilsonburgers,” his defense was aggressive and unforgiving. He is one of the most decorated athletes in basketball history, making a name for himself both as a player and a player-coach.

Career Playoff Points – LeBron James: 8,162 (and counting)

Making the playoffs in 17 straight seasons is a good place to start if you want to beat this record. With LeBron James’ extended playoff career, individual statistics, and competitive nature, this one is set in stone — once it’s finally settled. The next closest-ranking player is Michael Jordan, who amassed 5,987 points in the postseason. Not to mention, LeBron still has the opportunity to increase this number.

Most Minutes With a 0/0/0/0/0 Box Score – Joel Anthony: 28 Minutes, 46 Seconds

This might not be the record you want attached to your name, but it is still hard to beat nonetheless. On January 9th, 2011, Miami’s Joel Anthony played 28 minutes and 46 seconds against the Blazers, earning 0 points, 0 rebounds, 0 assists, 0 steals, and 0 blocks. Even better, he took 0 shots. The only stats to prove he actually was on the court were his four fouls and one turnover. Tony Snell came close to beating this record in 2017, but Anthony’s record remains to this day.

Most Career Steals – John Stockton: 3,265

Although his passing originally put him on the NBA map, John Stockton has had this record in the bag for quite some time. The current season leaders in the NBA for steals are around 1.7 to 2.0 per game. John Stockton averaged 2.95 steals per game for over 1,500 games. The person in second place for this record is 600 behind Stockton.

Most Career Blocks – Hakeem Olajuwon: 3,830

“Hakeem the Dream” was no stranger to accolades. As the only player to ever record more than 3,000 blocked shots and 2,000 steals in his career, he was a menace on defense. The next active player on the career blocks list is Brook Lopez at 2,056 blocks.

Most Wins by a Team in a Single Season – Golden State Warriors: 73

The 2016-2017 Golden State Warriors brought a new definition to the word dynasty. They ended their season with an astonishing record of 73-9. Led by Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green, this group of players made for some of the best basketball games in recent years. Even with an insane 73 wins, they didn’t bring home the title after a championship loss to the Cavs, 4 games to 3.

Most Consecutive Wins by a Team – LA Lakers: 33

Even with that impressive win streak, the 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 Golden State Warriors hit a streak of 28 consecutive wins, putting them in second place in NBA history. The first-place slot is reserved for the 1971-1972 L.A. Lakers, who won 33 games in a row. Kareem-Abdul Jabbar and the Milwaukee Bucks eventually ended Wilt Chamberlain and the Lakers’ streak in their 1972 matchup.