NBA in the 1950s: Every Statistical Leader
Who totalled the most of everything the NBA records between 1951 and 1959. The league played 9 seasons in this decade.
Defense
| Category | Leader | 1950s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Fouls | Vern Mikkelsen | 2,330 | 8 |
Playmaking
| Category | Leader | 1950s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assists | Bob Cousy | 4,918 | 9 |
Rebounding
| Category | Leader | 1950s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Rebounds | Dolph Schayes | 8,292 | 9 |
Scoring
| Category | Leader | 1950s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Points | Dolph Schayes | 12,794 | 9 |
| Field Goals Made | Bob Cousy | 4,399 | 9 |
| Free Throws Made | Dolph Schayes | 4,686 | 9 |
| Games Played | Dolph Schayes | 641 | 9 |
Shooting
| Category | Leader | 1950s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field Goals Attempted | Bob Cousy | 11,776 | 9 |
| Free Throws Attempted | Dolph Schayes | 5,445 | 9 |