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Most points in a single game (NBA)

The current most points in a single game (nba) record is 100 points, held by Wilt Chamberlain, set on March 2, 1962. Last checked October 10, 2026.

100

points

Wilt Chamberlain

Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, 1962

Holder
Wilt Chamberlain
Record
100 points
Location
Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States
Date set
March 2, 1962
Recognized by
National Basketball Association
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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