Early-Season Delights: 5 Inspiring Performances from Early in the NBA Season

Although only a couple of weeks old, the 2010-11 season has already proven to be quite exciting, as both players and teams have turned in inspiring performances that are sure to be in fans' memories for quite awhile.

Although there are many great performances to choose from, only five can make the cut. So, which five are worthy of being dubbed an early-season delight?

Indiana Setting the Pace

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OAKLAND, CA - NOVEMBER 30: Mike Dunleavy #17 of the Indiana Pacers in action during their game against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena on November 30, 2009 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by do

On Nov. 10, the Pacers hit their first 20 shots in the third quarter against the Denver Nuggets. Josh McRoberts missed a shot with two seconds remaining in the quarter to end the streak. The Pacers scored 54 points in the third quarter as they beat the Nuggets, 144-113. The 54 points scored in the third quarter set a franchise record and was the fourth-most points in a quarter in NBA history.

Millsap's 46 Points Cools the Heat

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SALT LAKE CITY - APRIL 30: Paul Millsap #24 of the Utah Jazz celebrates after making a dunk during their game against the Denver Nuggets during Game Six of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2010 NBA Playoffs at EnergySolutions Arena on April 30

On Nov. 9, Paul Millsap scored a career-high 46 points against the Miami Heat. Millsap's 46 points helped the Jazz rally from a 19-point halftime deficit to beat the Heat in double-overtime.

John Wall Notches First Career Triple-Double

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NEW YORK - JUNE 24: John Wall of Kentucky stands with NBA Commisioner David Stern after being drafted with the first pick by The Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on June 24, 2010 in New York, New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowl

On Nov. 10, the Wizards rookie completed his first career triple-double, as the Wizards beat the Rockets. Wall finished with 19 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds. Wall became the third-youngest player to record a triple-double in NBA history. Only LeBron James and Lamar Odom accomplished the feat at a younger age.

Rondo Chasing Cousy

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MIAMI - NOVEMBER 11: Rajon Rondo #9 of the Boston Celtics brings the ball up the court during a game against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena on November 11, 2010 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by d

On Oct. 29, Rajon Rondo handed out 24 assists in a victory over the Knicks. In addition, Rondo had 10 points and 10 rebounds to complete a triple-double. Rondo's 24 assists were the second-most in franchise history.

In 1959, Bob Cousy finished a game with 28 helpers.

31 and 31: Lots of Love

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LOS ANGELES - NOVEMBER 9: Kevin Love #42 of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots over Pau Gasol #16 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on November 9, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 99-94. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges

On Friday night, Kevin Love scored 31 points and grabbed 31 rebounds in a win against the Knicks. Love had 15 rebounds in the third quarter alone. It was the first time in 28 years a player had 30 points and 30 rebounds in a game.

Moses Malone accomplished the feat in 1982.