Kyle Korver
One of the greatest three-point shooters in NBA history and a 2015 All-Star.
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Kyle Elliot Korver (born March 17, 1981) is an American professional basketball executive and former player who was the assistant general manager for the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Creighton Bluejays. He is regarded as one of the best three-point shooters of all-time.
Quick Facts
- All-star appearances
- 1 Total (with Atlanta)
- Team record holder
- Former Franchise Leader in Three-Pointers Made
Lore & Background
Korver was drafted in the second round of the 2003 NBA draft by the New Jersey Nets and immediately traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. He played for the 76ers, Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls, Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Milwaukee Bucks. He was named an NBA All-Star in 2015 with the Hawks. He holds the NBA single-season three-point field goal accuracy record (.536) set in 2009–10 with the Jazz.
Reader's Guide
Korver ranks eighth all-time in 3-point field goals made and tenth all-time in 3-point field goal percentage. He is the only player to lead the NBA in three-point shooting percentage four times. He holds the Hawks and Jazz single-season three-point field goal percentage records and is the Hawks career three-point percentage record-holder depending on the source/minimum threshold. On the list of All-time Top-50 NBA career 3-point scoring leaders, he has the highest three-point shooting percentage.
Did You Know?
- Korver's 53.6% three-point shooting in 2009–10 set the NBA single-season record.
- Korver was traded from the Nets to the 76ers for $125,000, which reportedly covered the Nets' summer league costs and a new copy machine.
- He graduated from Creighton with a bachelor's degree in visual communications and delivered the keynote at the university's 2019 graduation ceremony.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kyle Korver?
Kyle Korver is a former NBA All-Star who served as the emotional anchor for the Atlanta Hawks after joining in 2011. He is widely celebrated for redefining perimeter play and establishing himself as one of the franchise's most iconic figures.
What was Kyle Korver's primary role on the team?
Korver functioned as the ultimate floor spacer, using his legendary shooting touch to stretch defenses and create driving lanes for his teammates. His presence shifted the Hawks' strategy toward modern spacing and three-point efficiency during his tenure.
What records did Kyle Korver hold with Atlanta?
Korver served as the former franchise leader in total three-pointers made before eventually being surpassed by Trae Young. He remains one of only two players in team history to earn an All-Star selection while wearing a Hawks jersey.
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