Giannis Antetokounmpo climbs NBA all-time scoring list

Giannis Antetokounmpo has achieved two significant milestones in his 14th NBA season, advancing to 39th place on the all-time scoring list. On November 9, 2026, during a victory against the Sacramento Kings where he scored 29 points, the Miami Heat star surpassed Larry Bird’s career total of 21,791 points, reaching 21,806.

Only two days later, following a 115-109 win over the Utah Jazz, Antetokounmpo scored 30 points, bringing his career total to 21,836. This performance allowed him to overtake Gary Payton, who retired with 21,813 points. In the game against Utah, he also recorded 11 rebounds and 4 assists, contributing to his team's recent streak of three wins in four games.

Antetokounmpo currently trails Clyde Drexler, who occupies the 38th position with 22,195 points. Other active players ranked ahead of the Greek forward include Damian Lillard, Stephen Curry, DeMar DeRozan, James Harden, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James.