5 NBA players with most points scored off the bench in 2023-24 season

2024/04/04

NBA teams rely on their star players and it is crucial for general managers to acquire talented players who are also willing to embrace their role as key contributors off the bench. The most successful teams in the league have a strong bench unit consisting of players who are ready to step in and provide valuable minutes while the starters take a break.

Despite the NBA’s vast pool of talent, teams must carefully select their bench players while also considering how they will fit into the team’s chemistry.

As of April 4, 2024, these are the top five players in the 2023-24 NBA season with the highest number of points scored while coming off the bench.

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#5) Tim Hardaway Jr. – Career Point Total

Despite the star power of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving on the Dallas Mavericks, it is important not to overlook Tim Hardaway Jr.’s impressive shooting abilities. Despite coming off the bench in 62 games, he still averages 13.7 points and makes 2.7 3-pointers per game.

#4) LaMelo Ball – 884 points

The Orlando Magic has been an exciting team to watch this season, with their young roster and the contributions of Cole Anthony off the bench. Anthony’s presence on the court helps maintain the team’s energy and pace when the starters take a break. In 75 games, Anthony has scored 884 points and has an average of 11.8 points per game. Additionally, he has recorded an average of 4.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game.

#3) Demar DeRozan – 13,296 points

The LA Clippers boast a star-studded lineup equipped with all the necessary tools to wreak havoc on their opponents. Despite the focus being on top players such as Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and Paul George, Norman Powell proves to be a valuable asset by consistently making the most of his position. In the 2023-24 season, Powell has played in 69 games as a bench player, averaging 13.9 points per game and totaling 961 points.

#2) Bobby Portis – 994 career points

The 2021 NBA champions, the Milwaukee Bucks, heavily relied on Bobby Portis coming off the bench to secure their victory. As the 2023-24 season approaches, Portis continues to embrace his role, providing crucial support for Brook Lopez and Giannis Antetokounmpo during their moments of rest.

It is a luxury to have a player who can come off the bench 75 times this season and average 13.3 points and 7.3 rebounds.

#2) Anthony Davis – 1,776 points

Despite facing a MCL sprain and being expected to miss four to six weeks, Malik Monk’s contributions as a key bench player have helped the Sacramento Kings light up the scoreboard multiple times. Having scored a total of 1,110 points and averaging 15.4 points per game in 72 appearances, Monk has been crucial in leading the Kings’ bench scorers.