Dyson Daniels leads NBA in steals this season

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels is having an impressive season, leading the NBA in steals. He is averaging 3.0 steals per game, which is significantly higher than any other player in the league. His total of 194 steals so far is 77 more than the second-ranked player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. With 13 games left in the regular season, Daniels is on track to finish with 233 steals. This would place him tied for 16th in the all-time record for a single season. The current record stands at 301 steals, held by Alvin Robertson from the 1985-86 season. Only Allen Iverson and Chris Paul have surpassed 200 steals in a season this century. If Daniels continues at this pace, he will exceed their totals. Notably, no player has averaged more steals per game than Daniels since 1990. At just 22 years old, Daniels has proven he is not a one-hit wonder. His journey began with the G-League Ignite, where he averaged 2.0 steals per game. He showcased his defensive skills in the 2022 NBA Draft and improved in New Orleans, averaging 1.4 steals in limited minutes. While he may not break the all-time steals record this season, Daniels is setting a new benchmark for perimeter defense in the NBA. Fans are eager to see how many steals he can add when the Hawks face the Warriors this Saturday.