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Most games with 40+ points in the first 500 games of an NBA career, among active players

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Wilt Chamberlain’s record is safe for now. Joel Embiid finished his first 500 games this season 10th, with 49 points.

Most games with 40+ points in the first 500 games of an NBA career, among active players
#Player and seasonsValue
Wilt Chamberlain1959 – 1966247
Joel Embiid2016 – 202749
Trae Young2018 – 202734
Anthony Edwards2020 – 2027446 of 500 games31
Tyrese Maxey2020 – 2027400 of 500 games14
Victor Wembanyama2023 – 2027192 of 500 games12
Cam Thomas2021 – 2026257 of 500 games10
Ja Morant2019 – 2027331 of 500 games10
Jalen Green2021 – 2027349 of 500 games9
Cade Cunningham2021 – 2027282 of 500 games7

Method

  • An active player whose first 500 games ended before this season is on the all-time board with his rank.