Steph Curry Makes Unprecedented NBA History with Landmark Three-Pointer

On the eve of his 37th birthday, Steph Curry reached new heights as the NBA's greatest shooter when he drained the 4,000th three-pointer of his career. He's already made the most threes in NBA history, which makes him the first player to hit the milestone.

The Sacramento Kings' defense was glued to Curry Thursday night, doing everything they could to hold him from the feat. But it was inevitable.

In the first quarter, Curry made his 3,999th three-pointer with an open shot during fast break play, assisted by Jonathan Kuminga.

The big No. 4,000 had to wait all the way until the second half as the Kings executed their plan to limit Curry with over-the-top off-ball defense. In the third quarter, he hit a side-step three off the bounce as two defenders rushed to contest. It was time, though. Straight through the net.

History.

He hit his 2,974th three to pass Ray Allen and become the league's top all-time scorer in 2021 . Since then, every make has set a new standard. Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden has since passed Allen too. Outside of Curry, Harden is the only player to have hit 3,000 threes throughout their career, currently with 3,127 makes.

On the season, Curry is averaging 24.5 points per game while shooting 39.8% from three-point range. The Warriors are surging since they acquired Jimmy Butler At the trade deadline in February, Golden State boasts an impressive record of 13 wins against just one loss when Butler has taken part in the games. The team’s overall standing sits at 37 victories and 28 defeats, securing them the sixth seed position within the Western Conference playoffs lineup.

With every successful three-pointer, Curry forges his own trail and extends his lead in the all-time records. Records that might end up being unattainable.

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