Playmaking is an art, and a few NBA legends have mastered it on a historic level. From Rajon Rondo to Jason Kidd, these players orchestrated jaw-dropping assist totals in a single game. But neither of them holds the No. 1 spot. That honor belongs to a former Orlando Magic star who dished out an insane 30 assists. Here’s a look at the most assists in an NBA game.

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Scott Skiles sits alone at the top of the NBA record books with an insane 30 assists in a single game! On December 30, 1990, the Orlando Magic guard put on a passing clinic against the Denver Nuggets, dishing out dimes like it was a video game. He also added 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 steals in just 44 minutes. This record has stood strong for over three decades—will anyone ever break it?

1. Scott Skiles – 30 Assists (12/30/1990, Orlando Magic vs. Denver Nuggets)

Back in 1978, Kevin Porter nearly etched his name at No. 1 when he handed out 29 assists in a single game for the New Jersey Nets. He played all 48 minutes, running the show against the Houston Rockets, and even chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds. That night, Porter proved he was a true floor general long before today's fast-paced game.

2. Kevin Porter – 29 Assists (2/24/1978, New Jersey Nets vs. Houston Rockets)

Who else but John Stockton? The NBA’s all-time assist leader had multiple monster passing nights, including a 28-assist masterclass against the San Antonio Spurs in 1991. He also scored 20 points, grabbed 3 rebounds, and recorded a ridiculous 8 steals in just 39 minutes. Efficiency? 66.7% from the field. Stockton was simply built differently.

3. John Stockton – 28 Assists (1/15/1991, Utah Jazz vs. San Antonio Spurs)

Throwing it way back to 1963, Guy Rodgers was ahead of his time. The San Francisco Warriors legend racked up 28 assists against the St. Louis Hawks, proving that flashy playmaking wasn’t just a modern trend. Rodgers also scored 14 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, and even had 6 steals—all in a full 48-minute effort.

23. Guy Rodgers (PG)

4. Guy Rodgers – 28 Assists (3/14/1963, San Francisco Warriors vs. St. Louis Hawks)

One of the NBA’s first true superstars, Bob Cousy dished out 28 assists for the Boston Celtics against the Minneapolis Lakers way back in 1959. He wasn’t just passing, though—Cousy also poured in 31 points, showing off his all-around brilliance. His 91.7% free throw shooting that night? Vintage.

5. Bob Cousy – 28 Assists (2/27/1959, Boston Celtics vs. Minneapolis Lakers)

Another Stockton masterclass! In 1989, the Jazz legend tallied 27 assists against the New York Knicks—all in just 36 minutes. He also dropped 18 points, shot 66.7% from the field, and had only 2 turnovers. Pure point guard perfection.

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6. John Stockton – 27 Assists (12/19/1989, Utah Jazz vs. New York Knicks)

Not a name you hear often, but Geoff Huston had his moment in the spotlight when he recorded 27 assists for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Golden State Warriors in 1982. He also scored 24 points and shot an efficient 58.8% from the field in 46 minutes. Safe to say, that was the best passing performance of his career.

7. Geoff Huston – 27 Assists (1/27/1982, Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors)

Another day, another Stockton assist-fest. This time, he handed out 26 assists against the Portland Trail Blazers in 1988. He added 17 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals, all while shooting a ridiculous 75.9% true shooting percentage. No wasted possessions when Stockton was running the show.

1. John Stockton – 15,806 Assists

8. John Stockton – 26 Assists (4/14/1988, Utah Jazz vs. Portland Trail Blazers)

One of the modern game's best playmakers, Rajon Rondo put on a passing clinic for the New Orleans Pelicans in 2017, dishing out 25 assists in just 30 minutes against the Brooklyn Nets. While he only scored 2 points, his vision and ball movement helped the Pelicans dominate, finishing the night with a +28 plus/minus.

9. Rajon Rondo – 25 Assists (12/27/2017, New Orleans Pelicans vs. Brooklyn Nets)

A triple-double machine in his prime, Jason Kidd notched 25 assists for the Dallas Mavericks against the Utah Jazz in 1996. He also put up 20 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 steals, showcasing why he was one of the most well-rounded guards of his era. The kicker? He did it in a grueling 49 minutes of play.

10. Jason Kidd – 25 Assists (2/8/1996, Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz)

Kevin Johnson was an absolute maestro for the Phoenix Suns on April 6, 1994, dropping 25 assists in 41 minutes against the San Antonio Spurs. The Suns' floor general also put up 16 points while shooting 100% from the free-throw line (6/6). Despite his 41.7% field goal percentage, Johnson’s passing was the real story of the night, orchestrating the Suns' offense at an elite level.

15. Kevin Johnson

11. Kevin Johnson – 25 Assists (4/6/1994, Phoenix Suns vs. San Antonio Spurs)

On February 23, 1987, Nate McMillan put on a passing clinic for the Seattle SuperSonics, handing out 25 assists against the Los Angeles Clippers. While he only scored 8 points, he contributed across the board with 8 rebounds and 1 steal, all while shooting an efficient 60.0% from the field. And let’s not forget—McMillan was known more for his defense, making this assist explosion even more impressive!

12. Nate McMillan – 25 Assists (2/23/1987, Seattle SuperSonics vs. Los Angeles Clippers)

The legendary Isiah Thomas was at his best on February 13, 1985, when he racked up 25 assists for the Detroit Pistons against the Dallas Mavericks. Not just a passer, Thomas also scored 23 points, hit 55.6% of his shots, and grabbed 5 rebounds. The Hall of Famer was the engine behind Detroit’s offense, proving once again why he’s one of the greatest point guards in NBA history.

13. Isiah Thomas – 25 Assists (2/13/1985, Detroit Pistons vs. Dallas Mavericks)

Kevin Porter makes yet another appearance on this list! This time, on April 1, 1979, he dropped 25 assists against the Phoenix Suns while playing 46 minutes for the Detroit Pistons. He also added 13 points, but his 30.0% shooting (6/20 FG) was far from ideal. Even on an off-shooting night, his passing wizardry kept the Pistons in the game.

14. Kevin Porter – 25 Assists (4/1/1979, Detroit Pistons vs. Phoenix Suns)

Just a few weeks before his 25-assist game against Phoenix, Kevin Porter had already done it against the Boston Celtics on March 9, 1979. But this time, he was on fire! Porter not only racked up 25 assists but also exploded for 30 points, shooting a scorching 66.7% from the field (12/18 FG) and 75.0% from three (6/8 3PT). An absolute masterpiece from one of the most underrated playmakers of his era.