25 Most Dominant Individual Games in NBA History

Dec 14, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) celebrates after surpassing Michael Jordan on the NBA All-Time Scoring List during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /

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24. Charles Barkley – 1994 Playoffs, First Round

Charles Barkley was absolutely unstoppable in this game, particularly on the offensive end of the floor. He poured in 56 points on 23 made baskets. What made this even more impressive was that he only took 31 shots, shooting 74 percent from the field.

Only seven of his points came off of his nine free throws, showing that the majority of his points were hard-earned through the course of play. He also contributed 14 rebounds.

The Suns outlasted the Warriors 140-133 in a game with little defense.

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