NBA top scorers 2025: Shai dominates while Curry and LeBron narrowly miss out

During the 2024/25 NBA Regular Season, the Thunder led the overall standings, while in the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers finished first with 64 wins and 18 losses. Many star players maintained excellent scoring form throughout the season, although there were also some notable absences due to injuries. basketscores.com updated list of the top 10 NBA scorers 2025.

List of the NBA top scorers 2025:

The ranking below updates each player’s average points per game.

10. Damian Lillard (Milwaukee Bucks, 58 games, 24.9 PTS)

The 2024/25 Regular Season saw Lillard continue to prove himself as one of the league’s top point guards, averaging 24.9 points and 7.1 assists per game for the Milwaukee Bucks. He also remained one of the most reliable free-throw shooters in the NBA, finishing with a success rate above 90%. These numbers helped him secure his ninth NBA All-Star selection. However, his season ended on a disappointing note after suffering an Achilles tendon rupture during the playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, preventing him from helping his team advance further.

9. Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns, 75 games, 25.6 PTS)

Booker continued to be the offensive leader of the Phoenix Suns during the 2024/25 campaign. He thrived in the “Point Book” role, taking greater responsibility in organizing the offense while maintaining strong scoring output. This was also the season he officially surpassed Walter Davis to become the Suns’ all-time leading scorer at just 28 years old. His consistency across 75 games and steady scoring earned him another All-Star selection in 2025.

8. Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks, 65 games, 26.0 PTS)

The New York Knicks finished third in the Eastern Conference, with Brunson playing a central role in their success. He not only averaged 26.0 points per game but also improved his playmaking, recording a career-high 7.3 assists per game. The arrival of Karl-Anthony Towns provided additional support, allowing Brunson to operate more effectively. His consistent scoring and efficient three-point shooting secured him another NBA All-Star appearance.

7. Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons, 70 games, 26.1 PTS)

Cunningham enjoyed a breakout season with the Detroit Pistons, averaging 26.1 points and 9.1 assists per game. He nearly achieved a season-long double-double average and posted a career-best field goal percentage of 46.9%. His impressive development earned him his first All-Star selection and played a key role in guiding the Pistons back to the playoffs.

6. Kevin Durant (Phoenix Suns, 62 games, 26.6 PTS)

At 36 years old, Durant showed no signs of decline. He averaged 26.6 points per game and continued to display elite scoring efficiency, shooting 43% from three-point range and 52.7% overall from the field. In February 2025, he reached the milestone of 30,000 career points, further strengthening his legacy. Despite his efforts, and support from Booker, the Suns were unable to secure a Play-in position.

5. Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics, 72 games, 26.8 PTS)

Although the Boston Celtics were eliminated in the conference semifinals, Tatum continued to prove himself as one of the league’s most complete stars. He became the first player in franchise history to record multiple seasons averaging at least 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. His playmaking improved significantly, allowing him to function effectively as a point forward and expand his overall impact.

4. Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves, 79 games, 27.6 PTS)

The 2024/25 season marked a major breakthrough for Edwards with the Minnesota Timberwolves. He averaged 27.6 points per game and significantly improved his three-point shooting, attempting 10.3 shots per game from beyond the arc and converting 39.5% of them. For much of the season, he led the league in total three-point scoring. His consistency and explosive performances placed him in early discussions for the Regular Season MVP award.

3. Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets, 70 games, 29.6 PTS)

Jokić once again served as the centerpiece for the Denver Nuggets. He finished the season averaging a triple-double with 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game. He became the third player in NBA history, after Oscar Robertson and Russell Westbrook, to achieve this feat, and the first center to do so. On April 1, 2025, he scored a career-high 61 points against the Timberwolves, highlighting his offensive dominance and strengthening his MVP candidacy.

2. Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks, 67 games, 30.4 PTS)

Giannis maintained elite form throughout the season, averaging 30.4 points per game. He became the only player in NBA history to record multiple seasons averaging at least 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists while shooting 60% from the field. Despite missing 15 games due to injuries, he still earned his ninth All-Star selection and was named to the All-NBA First Team, confirming his dominance in the modern era.

1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder, 76 games, 32.7 PTS)

The Regular Season MVP award went to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after an extraordinary campaign. He averaged 32.7 points per game, winning the scoring title by a clear margin. He also set a remarkable record by scoring at least 20 points in 72 consecutive games, the longest such streak since the eras of Wilt Chamberlain and Oscar Robertson. In addition to his offensive production, Shai contributed strongly on defense, establishing himself as one of the most complete players in the league.

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