By Can Bedel / info@eurohoops.net
The 2022-23 European basketball season is now approaching its thrilling final stretch. While champions have been determined in some leagues, others have entered the final series.
Amidst intense competition and fierce battles throughout the season, individual players have emerged as shining stars, delivering remarkable performances and even shattering records, leaving a lasting impact on their respective teams and the league as a whole.
Eurohoops brings you a look at individual season records in European domestic leagues, highlighting the remarkable achievements in a total of 16 categories. From scoring to rebounds, assists to blocks, we present the record holders and the notable names who secured the 2nd and 3rd positions, showcasing their exceptional performances on the court.
Efficiency Score
51 – Kyle Vinales (GTK Gliwice – Legia Warszawa)
Stats: 49 points – 3 rebounds – 8 assists.
Kyle Vinales, who competed for Legia Warszawa in the Polish League, delivered the most impressive performance of the European season. The 30-year-old American player, after starting the season with Nancy in France, joined Legia Warszawa and showcased his exceptional skills during a remarkable outing against GTK Gliwice, earning him the top spot on this list.
47 – Gerry Blakes (Legia Warszawa-MKS Dąbrowa Górnicza)
Stats: 51 points – 4 rebounds – 6 assists
46 – Mangok Mathiang (Hapoel Eilat-Hapoel Holon)
Stats: 22 points – 24 rebounds – 2 assists – 5 blocks – 1 steal
Mangok Mathiang emerged as a prominent figure in the Israeli League this season, representing Hapoel Eilat. In a standout display against Hapoel Holon, Mathiang achieved a remarkable double-double and recorded an impressive Player Index Rating (PIR) of 46, securing him the third spot as one of the most productive players of the European season.
Top scoring performances
51 – Gerry Blakes (Legia Warszawa – MKS Dąbrowa Górnicza)
Stats: 51 points – 4 rebounds – 6 assists
Gerry Blakes, currently playing for MKS Dąbrowa Górnicza in the Polish League, showcased an exceptional scoring display during an impressive performance against Legia Warszawa, earning him the title of the season’s top scorer. The 29-year-old player contributed a remarkable 51 out of his team’s total of 86 points, and despite his commendable six assists, his efforts were unable to prevent the team’s defeat.
49 – Kyle Vinales (GTK Gliwice – Legia Warszawa)
Stats: 49 points – 3 rebounds – 8 assists
We travel to Poland again to witness the second-highest-scoring performance of the European season. Kyle Vinales left an indelible mark on the intense battle between GTK Gliwice and Legia Warszawa, unleashing his scoring prowess with an impressive 49-point performance, securing the title of the season’s second-best scorer.
47 – Fatts Russell (Mornar Bar – Zadar)
Statistics: 47 points – 4 rebounds – 4 assists – 4 steals.
The third-highest-scoring performance of the European season featured a familiar name. Fatts Russell, who joined Galatasaray NEF midway through the season, made a significant impact while wearing the Mornar Bar jersey, setting an ABA League record with 47 points against Zadar.