Introduction
Among the most thrilling aspects of basketball are the 3-point field goals.
These shots represent a blend of precision, power, and relentless practice.
The ability to score 3-pointers can significantly influence a game, and the players who excel in this area are celebrated for their skill and dedication. In this blog, we will explore the top 20 NBA all-time 3-point leaders, encompassing both active and retired players. Additionally, we will delve into the top 20 3-point leaders in the ABA competition. (Hawkplay)
List of Top 20 NBA All-Time 3-Point Leaders
Here we present the players who have made the most 3-point field goals in their NBA careers, showcasing their achievements and statistics.
1. Stephen Curry
- Teams: GS Warriors (2009–present)
- Position: Point Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 8,620
- Total 3-Point Made: 3,671
- 3-Point Made per Game: 3.91
- 3-Point %: 42.6%
2. Ray Allen
- Teams: MIL Bucks, SEA SuperSonics, BOS Celtics, MIA Heat
- Position: Shooting Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 7,429
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,973
- 3-Point Made per Game: 2.29
- 3-Point %: 40.0%
3. James Harden
- Teams: OKC Thunder, HOU Rockets, BK Nets, PHI 76ers, LA Clippers
- Position: Shooting Guard/Point Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 7,961
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,904
- 3-Point Made per Game: 2.76
- 3-Point %: 36.5%
4. Reggie Miller
- Teams: IND Pacers
- Position: Shooting Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 6,486
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,560
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.84
- 3-Point %: 39.5%
5. Damian Lillard
- Teams: POR Trail Blazers, MIL Bucks
- Position: Point Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 6,885
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,551
- 3-Point Made per Game: 3.09
- 3-Point %: 37.1%
6. Kyle Korver
- Teams: PHI 76ers, UTH Jazz, CHI Bulls, ATL Hawks, CLE Cavaliers, MIL Bucks
- Position: Shooting Guard/Small Forward
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,715
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,450
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.99
- 3-Point %: 42.9%
7. Klay Thompson
- Teams: GS Warriors
- Position: Shooting Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,812
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,400
- 3-Point Made per Game: 3.10
- 3-Point %: 41.3%
8. LeBron James
- Teams: CLE Cavaliers, MIA Heat, LA Lakers
- Position: Small Forward
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 6,857
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,381
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.61
- 3-Point %: 34.7%
9. Vince Carter
- Teams: TOR Raptors, NJ Nets, ORL Magic, PHX Suns, DAL Mavericks, MEM Grizzlies, SAC Kings, ATL Hawks
- Position: Shooting Guard/Small Forward
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 6,168
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,290
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.49
- 3-Point %: 37.1%
10. Jason Terry
- Teams: ATL Hawks, DAL Mavericks, BOS Celtics, BK Nets, HOU Rockets, MIL Bucks
- Position: Shooting Guard/Point Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 6,010
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,282
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.62
- 3-Point %: 38.0%
11. Jamal Crawford
- Teams: CHI Bulls, NY Knicks, GS Warriors, ATL Hawks, POR Trail Blazers, LA Clippers, Minnesota Timberwolves, PHX Suns, BK Nets
- Position: Shooting Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 6,379
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,221
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.67
- 3-Point %: 34.8%
12. Paul George
- Teams: IND Pacers, OKC Thunder, LA Clippers
- Position: Small Forward
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,716
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,184
- 3-Point Made per Game: 2.58
- 3-Point %: 38.2%
13. Kyle Lowry
- Teams: MEM Grizzlies, HOU Rockets, TOR Raptors, MIA Heat, PHI 76ers
- Position: Point Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,836
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,146
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.92
- 3-Point %: 36.8%
14. Paul Pierce
- Teams: BOS Celtics, BK Nets, WSH Wizards, LA Clippers
- Position: Small Forward
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,816
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,143
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.60
- 3-Point %: 36.8%
15. Eric Gordon
- Teams: LA Clippers, NO Hornets/Pelicans, HOU Rockets, PHX Suns
- Position: Shooting Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,387
- Total 3-Point Made: 2,002
- 3-Point Made per Game: 2.31
- 3-Point %: 37.2%
16. Jason Kidd
- Teams: DAL Mavericks, PHX Suns, NJ Nets, NY Knicks
- Position: Point Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,701
- Total 3-Point Made: 1,988
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.43
- 3-Point %: 34.9%
17. Dirk Nowitzki
- Teams: DAL Mavericks
- Position: Power Forward
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,210
- Total 3-Point Made: 1,982
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.30
- 3-Point %: 38.0%
18. Kevin Durant
- Teams: SEA SuperSonics/OKC Thunder, GS Warriors, BK Nets, PHX Suns
- Position: Small Forward/Power Forward
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,119
- Total 3-Point Made: 1,980
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.90
- 3-Point %: 38.7%
19. Joe Johnson
- Teams: BOS Celtics, PHX Suns, ATL Hawks, BK Nets, MIA Heat, UTH Jazz, HOU Rockets
- Position: Shooting Guard/Small Forward
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 5,331
- Total 3-Point Made: 1,978
- 3-Point Made per Game: 1.55
- 3-Point %: 37.1%
20. JJ Redick
- Teams: ORL Magic, MIL Bucks, LA Clippers, PHI 76ers, NO Pelicans, DAL Mavericks
- Position: Shooting Guard
- Total 3-Point Attempted: 4,704
- Total 3-Point Made: 1,950
- 3-Point Made per Game: 2.07
- 3-Point %: 41.5%
Stephen Curry – 3-Point Top Scorer in NBA
Stephen Curry is the pinnacle of 3-point scoring in the NBA, with an astounding 3,671 points through 3-point field goals. His career began in the 2009-2010 season, and he quickly established himself as the greatest shooter in NBA history. Curry’s exceptional shooting accuracy
, combined with his dribbling skills and game intelligence, has made him a standout player. He continues to inspire and lead in 3-point scoring, solidifying his legacy in the NBA.
ABA All-Time 3-Point Leaders
Here is the list of the top 20 3-point scorers in the history of the American Basketball Association (ABA).
1. Louie Dampier
- 3 Points in Career: 794
2. Bill Keller
- 3 Points in Career: 506
3. Glen Combs
- 3 Points in Career: 503
4. George Lehmann
- 3 Points in Career: 409
5. Darel Carrier
- 3 Points in Career: 398
6. Warren Jabali
- 3 Points in Career: 322
7. Roger Brown
- 3 Points in Career: 312
8. Chico Vaughn
- 3 Points in Career: 306
9. Freddie Lewis
- 3 Points in Career: 275
10. Stew Johnson
- 3 Points in Career: 269
11. Joe Hamilton
- 3 Points in Career: 243
12. Charlie Williams
- 3 Points in Career: 210
13. Steve Jones
- 3 Points in Career: 186
14. Mike Butler
- 3 Points in Career: 172
15. John Brisker
- 3 Points in Career: 166
16. Larry Jones
- 3 Points in Career: 152
17. Don Buse
- 3 Points in Career: 151
18. Les Selvage
- 3 Points in Career: 147
19. Johnny Neumann
- 3 Points in Career: 145
20. George Stone
- 3 Points in Career: 1
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