Steph Curry All-Time 3-Point Leader
Stephen Curry becomes NBA's all-time three-point leader, surpassing Ray Allen.
Stephen Curry became the NBA's all-time leader in regular-season three-pointers on December 14, 2021, surpassing Ray Allen's career total of 2,973. He also broke Allen's record for most three-pointers made in regular season and postseason combined on December 1, 2021, against the Phoenix Suns.
Quick Facts
- Role
- Point Guard; Shooting Guard
- Team affiliation
- Golden State Warriors
- Record status
- Active All-Time Leader (3-Pointers Made)
- Era significance
- The Revolution of the Three-Point Shot
Lore & Background
On December 14, Curry hit five three-pointers against the New York Knicks to reach 2,977, surpassing Ray Allen's 2,973. On December 1, 2021, against the Phoenix Suns, Curry hit a three-pointer to reach a combined total of 3,359 (regular-season plus postseason), breaking Allen's combined regular-season and postseason record of 3,358. Curry also became the first player in NBA history to surpass 500 three-pointers in the playoffs, finishing with 561.
Reader's Guide
Curry's record-breaking three-pointer came on December 14, 2021, against the New York Knicks. He finished the 2021–22 season with 561 career playoff three-pointers, the most in NBA history.
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