The NBA is witnessing an offensive revolution! With the league average for points per game soaring above 110, the 2025-26 season is a spectacle for basketball enthusiasts. But which team has risen to the top in this high-scoring era?
Despite the Denver Nuggets' star center, Nikola Jokic, missing time due to injury, they've managed to maintain an incredible scoring pace. The Nuggets are on track to join the elite list of teams with the highest points per game (PPG) in NBA history. This list is currently topped by none other than the 1981-82 Denver Nuggets, who averaged a staggering 126.5 PPG, led by the legendary Alex English.
Here's a glimpse into the top PPG teams in NBA history, with the 2025-26 Nuggets already making their mark:
- 1981-82 Denver Nuggets: 126.5 PPG - A record that has stood the test of time.
- 1961-62 Philadelphia Warriors: 125.4 PPG - A historic feat, but can anyone surpass this?
- 1966-67 Philadelphia 76ers: 125.2 PPG - A close second, but will they ever be dethroned?
- 1959-60 Boston Celtics: 124.5 PPG - The Celtics' dynasty begins with a scoring bang.
- 1983-84 Denver Nuggets: 123.7 PPG - The Nuggets strike again, but will they ever reclaim the top spot?
- 2023-24 Indiana Pacers: 123.3 PPG - A modern-day entry, but can they sustain it?
- 1982-83 Denver Nuggets: 123.2 PPG - The Nuggets' scoring prowess is undeniable.
- 1961-62 Cincinnati Royals: 123.1 PPG - A forgotten gem in NBA history.
- 2025-26 Denver Nuggets: 122.7 PPG - And they're not done yet! Will they climb higher?
- 1967-68 Philadelphia 76ers: 122.6 PPG - A team that left its mark on the league.
As the season unfolds, the race for the highest PPG in a season intensifies. But here's where it gets intriguing: will the 2025-26 Nuggets surpass their legendary predecessors? And this is the part most fans debate—is a high-scoring team truly the best? What's your take? Are the Nuggets destined for greatness, or is there another team you believe will dominate the scoring charts? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments!
