Could Curry hit 5000 3s?

Will Steph Curry Ever Hit 5,000 Three-Pointers?

Stephen Curry has redefined what’s possible from beyond the arc, but even for a shooter of his caliber, reaching 5,000 made three-pointers in his career is a monumental mountain to climb. Right now, it’s more dream than destiny.

To hit that mark over a 14-year career averaging 75 games per season—factoring in the occasional rest or minor injury—Curry would need to average 3.8 three-pointers per game. Sounds manageable, right? After all, he’s already had seasons where he soared past that number. This season, he’s averaging a career-high 4.0 makes from deep. But here’s the catch: his career average sits at just 2.7 per game, with peaks and valleys across different seasons.

Even with his current hot pace, sustaining 3.8 threes a night for 14 full seasons is an enormous ask. Injuries, team strategy, and the natural arc of an athlete’s prime all play into longevity. While Curry continues to defy age and expectations, the math leans more toward admiration than anticipation.

Let’s put it this way: reaching 5,000 isn’t impossible, but it’s not probable. The reality is that even legends have limits—ones shaped by time, health, and the grind of the NBA schedule. And honestly, does the number really matter? Curry already holds the record for most threes in history, and his influence on the game is immeasurable.

So while 5,000 might be just out of reach, one thing is certain: every time Curry steps on the court, he reminds us why we watch the game in the first place.