NBA in the 1970s: Every Statistical Leader
Who totalled the most of everything the NBA records between 1970 and 1979.
Defense
| Category | Leader | 1970s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Steals | Randy Smith | 1,143 | 7 (1973–1979 only) |
| Total Blocks | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar | 1,875 | 7 (1973–1979 only) |
| Personal Fouls | Sam Lacey | 2,823 | 10 |
Playmaking
| Category | Leader | 1970s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assists | Nate Archibald | 4,748 | 9 |
| Turnovers | Ricky Sobers | 938 | 3 (1977–1979 only) |
Rebounding
| Category | Leader | 1970s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Rebounds | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar | 11,156 | 10 |
| Offensive Rebounds | Paul Silas | 2,035 | 7 (1973–1979 only) |
| Defensive Rebounds | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar | 5,673 | 7 (1973–1979 only) |
Scoring
| Category | Leader | 1970s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Points | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar | 21,814 | 10 |
| Field Goals Made | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar | 9,041 | 10 |
| Free Throws Made | Nate Archibald | 3,802 | 9 |
| Games Played | Elvin Hayes | 814 | 10 |
Shooting
| Category | Leader | 1970s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field Goals Attempted | Elvin Hayes | 16,495 | 10 |
| Free Throws Attempted | Elvin Hayes | 5,351 | 10 |