Listing NBA's top 5 3-point leaders of all-time

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#3. James Harden

At one time, James Harden was arguably the NBA’s deadliest scorer. Part of his repertoire is his 3-pointers, particularly the step-back variations. No other player in the league has scored more shots from long-range based on that patented move.

“The Beard” has 2,795 3-pointers to his name. It may take him some time to move up the ladder as he is attempting just 5.8 triples this season. It is the lowest in his career since the 2011-12 season when he was still with the OKC Thunder.

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#2. Ray Allen

Ray Allen was the shooting virtuoso that followed Reggie Miller’s footsteps. The former had a quiet and unassuming approach compared to the latter but just as deadly. Allen’s deadeye shooting was a big reason the Boston Celtics won the 2008 NBA Finals over the LA Lakers.

Allen was the 3-point field goals made king from 2011 to 2021. He has 2,973 trifectas in his career.

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#1. Steph Curry

Who else could it be?

The “Baby-Faced Assassin” has been tearing through the NBA’s record books when it comes to 3-point shooting. Nobody has shot with more volume and consistency than the Golden State Warriors superstar.

Steph Curry has 3,496 triples and may be the first to breach the 4,000 mark before he retires. This season, he is attempting 12.0 3-pointers, hitting 5.0 of them. Curry’s 42.2% clip from deep is just ridiculous considering how much opponents mark him on defense.

The two-time MVP made the 3-pointer almost as the great equalizer in basketball. Players who are not gifted physically and are not normally athletic can still make an impact in the NBA with outside shooting.