Most Assists in NBA Game

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On December 30th, 1990, Scott Skiles had the game of his life. In a 155-116 blowout of the Nuggets, Skiles recorded an NBA record 30 assists, passing Kevin Porter’s 29 for the most assists in one NBA game. Skiles also went 7 for 13 from the field, 6 for 7 from the line for 22 points. He grabbed 6 boards and turned the ball over 4 times.

Most Assists in One Game
Asts Player Team Opponent Date
30Scott SkilesOrlando MagicDenver NuggetsDec. 30, 1990
29Kevin PorterNew Jersey NetsHouston RocketsFeb. 24, 1978
28Bob CousyBoston CelticsMinneapolis LakersFeb. 27, 1959
 Guy RodgersSan Francisco WarriorsSt. Louis HawksMar. 14, 1963
 John StocktonUtah JazzSan Antonio SpursJan. 15, 1991
27Geoff HustonCleveland CavaliersGolden State WarriorsJan. 27, 1982
 John StocktonUtah JazzNew York KnicksDec. 19, 1989
26John StocktonUtah JazzPortland TrailblazersApr. 14, 1988
25Ernie DiGregorioBuffalo BravesPortland TrailblazersJan. 01, 1974
 Kevin PorterDetroit PistonsBoston CelticsMar. 09, 1979
 Kevin PorterDetroit PistonsPhoenix SunsApr. 01, 1979
 Isiah ThomasDetroit PistonsDallas MavericksFeb. 13, 1985
 Nate McMillanSeattle SupersonicsLos Angeles ClippersFeb. 23, 1987
 Kevin JohnsonPhoenix SunsSan Antonio SpursApr. 06, 1994
 Jason KiddDallas MavericksUtah JazzFeb. 06, 1996
24Guy RodgersChicago BullsNew York KnicksDec. 21, 1966
 Kevin PorterWashington BulletsDetroit PistonsMar. 23, 1980
 John LucasSan Antonio SpursDenver NuggetsApr. 15, 1984
 Isiah ThomasDetroit PistonsWashington BulletsFeb. 07, 1987
 John StocktonUtah JazzHouston RocketsJan. 03, 1989
  Magic JohnsonLos Angeles LakersDenver NuggetsNov. 17, 1989
 Magic JohnsonLos Angeles LakersPhoenix SunsJan. 09, 1990
 Ramone SessionsMilwaukee BucksChicago BullsApr. 14, 2008
23Jerry West.Los Angeles LakersPhiladelphia 76ersFeb. 01, 1967
 Kevin PorterDetroit PistonsHouston RocketsDec. 27, 1978
 Kevin PorterDetroit PistonsLos Angeles LakersMar. 30, 1979
 Nate ArchibaldBoston CelticsDenver NuggetsFeb. 05, 1982
  Magic JohnsonLos Angeles LakersSeattle SupersonicsFeb. 21, 1984
 Magic JohnsonLos Angeles LakersDallas MavericksApr. 20, 1988
 Lafayette LeverDenver NuggetsGolden State WarriorsApr. 21, 1989
 John StocktonUtah JazzLos Angeles LakersApr. 12, 1990
 John StocktonUtah JazzLos Angeles ClippersDec. 08, 1990
 John StocktonUtah JazzGolden State WarriorsNov. 29, 1991
 John StocktonUtah JazzMinnesota TimberwolvesApr. 17, 1992
 Mookie BlaylockAtlanta HawksUtah JazzMar. 06, 1993
 Nick Van ExelLos Angeles LakersVancouver GrizzliesJan. 05, 1997
22Oscar RobertsonCincinnati RoyalsSyracuse NationalsOct. 29, 1961
 Oscar RobertsonCincinnati RoyalsNew York KnicksMar. 05, 1966
 Art WilliamsSan Diego RocketsPhoenix SunsDec. 28, 1968
 Art WilliamsSan Diego RocketsSan Francisco WarriorsFeb. 14, 1970
 Kevin PorterWashington BulletsAtlanta HawksMar. 05, 1975
 Kevin PorterDetroit PistonsSan Antonio SpursDec. 23, 1978
 Phil FordKansas City KingsMilwaukee BucksFeb. 21, 1979
 Kevin PorterDetroit PistonsChicago BullsFeb. 27, 1979
 John LucasGolden State WarriorsDenver NuggetsFeb. 27, 1981
 Allan LeavellHouston RocketsNew Jersey NetsJan. 25, 1983
  Magic JohnsonLos Angeles LakersCleveland CavaliersNov. 17, 1983
 Ennis WhatleyChicago BullsNew York KnicksJan. 14, 1984
 Ennis WhatleyChicago BullsAtlanta HawksMar. 03, 1984
 John StocktonUtah JazzLos Angeles LakersJan. 08, 1987
 John StocktonUtah JazzCleveland CavaliersDec. 11, 1989
 Earvin JohnsonLos Angeles LakersPortland TrailblazersNov. 06, 1990
 John StocktonUtah JazzPhiladelphia 76ersDec. 18, 1992
 Sherman DouglasBoston CelticsPhiladelphia 76ersApr. 03, 1994
 Tim HardawayGolden State WarriorsOrlando MagicDec. 16, 1994
 Robert PackNew Jersey NetsDallas MavericksNov. 23, 1996
 Mark JacksonDenver NuggetsNew Jersey NetsJan. 20, 1997
 Steve NashPhoenix SunsNew York KnicksJan. 02, 2006

* Denotes Active Players
Updated: Oct. 1st 2008


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