The 2022-2023 NBA season is underway, with more than half of the games already played. Many players have put up impressive numbers and are in outstanding form.
One key indicator in analyzing player performance in the NBA is the points per game (PPG) average. This season has seen some players put up impressive numbers, with over 50 players averaging above 20 points per game.
However, an elite group of players is currently part of the 30-point club this season. These players are averaging over 30 points per game. Let’s take a look at the top five of these elite scorers.
5. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30.9 PPG), Oklahoma City Thunders
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander this season: 30.7 ppg5.5 apg4.8 rpg1.7 steals & 1.1 block per game on the defensive end. All this and he’s shooting 50.9% from the field. https://t.co/8wrdnHs3Pm
4. Jayson Tatum (31.1 PPG), Boston Celtics
Last center to average at least 33 ppg in a season was Bob McAdoo in 1975. Joel Embiid is on pace to do this in 8 minutes LESS per game🤯#Sixers https://t.co/A5RwS3Pl0P
