The US media listed the players who hit the most three-pointers per season in the NBA for the past 40 years
Considered a defender with potential, Don Booth has shot more than 40 percent from three-point range this season, averaging 9.7 points per game. As a player for the Indiana Pacers, Booth's shooting level is high, which makes people wonder how many three-pointers he can shoot in today's game.
Most fans probably know Mike Dunllivi Jr., who is a brilliant character shooter. But his father, Mike Dunlliway, was the original marksman. The guard made 67 three-pointers that season, which may not seem like much in today's game, but he was at a high level at the time.
Darrell Griffith shot just 91 three-pointers in the 1984 season, and Griffith played 82 games this season and tried just 252 outside shots to get his stats.
Darrell Griffiths was probably the second most consistent three-point shooter of the 1980s, leading the NBA with two three-pointers. The 6-foot-4-inch shooting guard, who won Rookie of the Year in 1981, shot 32.3 percent from three-point range in the '80s, averaging 18.5 points per game. The shooting guard averaged just 2.0 three-pointers per game.
Considered the greatest shooter of the 1980s, Larry Bird shot 37.7 percent from the distance for a decade, averaging 0.6 out of every 1.7 shots. If he plays in today's game, we could see a potential threat from Stephen Curry.
With his high-curved shots and easy shots, Bird could never be held in the face by a single hand. That's why the Celtics legend led the league on three-pointers for the second year in a row. With this achievement, Bird led the league on three-pointers for two consecutive seasons, sharing the honor with Darrell Griffiths.
A two-time NBA champion for the Boston Celtics, Danny Angie was first named to the All-Star team in 1988, shooting 41.46 percent from three-point range and averaging 15.7 points per game. The defender is a reliable shooter, scorer and playmaker who just makes the players around him better on the pitch.
In addition to Griffith, Michael Adams is also a high-level shooter. Adams had a great season in 1989, averaging 18.5 points in 77 starts and shooting 35.6 percent from three-point range. That was considered a good number at the time, although most "good shooters" today shoot more than 35 percent.
The 5-foot-10-point guard got decent shooting opportunities and showed his shooting prowess for two consecutive seasons, with his three-point shooting rate once again leading the league. Adams was named to his only All-Star team in 1992, but he remained a respected shooter in the 1990 season, shooting 36.57 percent from the field.
After Michael Adams led the NBA on a three-pointer for the second time in a row, the Rockets' Vernon Maxwell showed his consistency. The tough defender has made an outstanding contribution to the team's success and his future impact with Hakim Olajuwon will be crucial.
While Kenny Smith is known for shooting more three-point shots than any other Rockets player, Maxwell was very efficient in 1991 and 1992. With more shots, Maxwell made a total of 334 long-range shots in 2 years.
Dan Majer was named to the All-Star Team for the second time in a row with 38 percent three-point shooting, and whenever Charles Barkley was on the inside, there was always a chance for a scorer like Majer on the outside to shoot in the open.
The legendary point guard is known for his key shooting percentages and became one of the most feared players at the end of the game. His first season was in 1993, when he shot 167 three-pointers.
Dan Majel is an efficient shooter as a member of the Phoenix Suns, and the 6-foot-6-inch scorer was named to the 3-time All-Star Team in the 1990s, and his outside shots became an integral part of Phoenix's success on the court.
John Stax led the league with 217 three-pointers in 1995, showcasing his true talent as a point guard. Stax can attack the basket or hit mid-range shots, but his long-range ability is the main reason he became an efficient player with Patrick Ewing in New York.
Dennis Scott was considered an extremely talented shooter when he played against Shaquille O'Neill in Orlando. Scott can also use back-to-back singles to get to the basket, but he makes a living on perfect outside jumpers.
Miller led the league on his second three-pointer, shooting the most three-pointers in the '90s, 229 in the 1997 season and 167 in the 1993 season.
A member of the 1995 Rookie of the Year, Wesley Person was a formidable offensive threat when he shot 42.95 percent from three-point range.
Dee Brown never had any major accomplishments other than being named to the All-Rookie Team, but he was a brilliant three-point shooter in his time. Brown shot 38.69 percent from three-point range in the 1999 season and hit 135 three-pointers as a member of the Toronto Raptors.
Surprisingly, Hall of Famers like Gary Payton turned themselves into an efficient three-point shooter. Payton is considered one of the greatest defenders. Shooting more than 170 three-pointers in the 1999–2000 season was a blessing for Payton, who will complete his legendary career as a dominant two-way player.
Thanks to the appearance of Anthony Walker, the Boston Celtics have a pair of All-Star players. The versatile forward is a beast when it comes to attacking the basket and three-pointers, even though he's not a legendary shooter himself. Walker averaged 23.4 points per game in the 2001 season and was a dynamic scorer.
Ray Allen will be on the list more than once as he leads all players on the all-time three-point list, though Stephen Curry is getting closer to him. The top scorer is the Milwaukee Bucks superstar, shooting more than 43 percent from three-point range and averaging an impressive 21.8 points per game.
Ray Allen led the league with three-point shooting for the second consecutive season. He is a master of running without the ball and is usually automatic when the ball leaves his hand. Allen jumps the same shot every time he shoots, which is one reason why he has maintained excellent consistency.
Peja is one of the greatest shooters in history. Stojakovic averaged 40.1 percent from three-point range in his career, and to be honest, if the Croats played in today's NBA, his impact would have been much greater.
The appearance of Steve Nash, one of the greatest organizers of all time, has benefited many players. Quentin Richardson is a great athlete who can pull away even though he's not the most efficient. Richardson was a key element in the Suns' offense led by Nash and Amare Stoudemire as he could shoot and have a long range.
In the 2000s, a large number of the greatest shooters in history, including the likes of Ray Allen, Peja Stojakovich and Gilbert Arenas. But Kyle Korver is just as good as the superstars on three-pointers. Kyle Korver was named to the All-Star Team for his career with his shooting skills.
Ray Allen was easily the best shooter of his time, leading the league on three-point shooting on three-point ranges. The superstar practiced his marksmanship at a level of obsession. Allen never came close to shooting 700 three-pointers in a season in the 2000s, a number that soon became normal for people like Stephen Curry and James Harden.
Perhaps the most exciting player when picking up the ball at the three-point line is Gilbert Arenas. The superstar scorer excels at long-range shots, with the ball turning in the air and raising his arms as the ball passes by. Arenas' career was interrupted by stupid decisions, but he should be mentioned alongside some of the top scorers of the 2000s.
Alongside Steve Nash, Raja Bell's ability to act as a shooter and lock in defenders was maximized. Bale shot 205 three-pointers from nearly 500 attempts and shot more than 41 percent from the field. Bale is considered a tough defender with few shots, but shooting more than 200 three-pointers is certainly impressive.
Jason Richardson is a fan favorite because he was an explosive dunkman, and in the 2008 season he played in Charlotte, where Richardson shot 243 three-pointers and shot more than 40 percent from the field, making it a very impressive season.
An All-Star forward who plays alongside Dwight Howard, Rashad Lewis is an excellent interior shooter and an all-rounder on the offensive end. Lewis averaged 17.7 points per game in 2009, his second all-Star selection. When playing with inside beasts like Howard, it always hits 220 three-pointers.
Averaging 19.6 points per game in his 3rd NBA season, Aaron Brooks is a big part of the Houston Rockets, and he will play without Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady out with injuries. Brooks was a brilliant scorer that year, shooting 39.81 percent from three-point range.
Dorell Wright averaged 37.6 percent from three-point range in the 2011 season, when he averaged 16.4 points and 5.3 rebounds per game. Wright was a big part of the Golden State Warriors' offense because he was able to shoot from the outside and consistently shot at 38.4 minutes per game.
With a sniper on a jumper, Ryan Anderson led the league with three-pointers in the 2012 season. Big men never had to force shots because he chose the timing of shooting, which is why he shot more than 39 percent of the time.
The 2010s were the beginning of Curry's domination of the NBA as he changed the game with his long-range shooting ability. Aside from arguably Klay Thompson being the second-best shooter of all time, Curry left the Golden State Warriors almost unbeatable.
The Golden State Warriors star led the league with five three-pointers in 10 years, a remarkable feat. His second appearance came in 2014, when he shot more than 261 three-pointers from the field with a staggering 42.44 percent shooting.
During his first MVP season, Stephen Curry began earning himself the fame of the NBA's Best Player. The superstar point guard excels when he doesn't have the ball and can easily create his own style of play thanks to the manager's trust in him.
Stephen led the league in four consecutive three-point shooting in 2016 and made 402 three-pointers in more than 880 attempts, an incredible season for the greatest pitcher in history. Curry shot 45.37 percent from three points in 79 games and won his second MVP on his way to the Finals.
The Golden State Warriors superstar, along with Klay Thompson and recruited Kevin Durant, made 324 three-pointers that season in 2017. Even when playing against the greatest goalscorers in history, Stephen was the most influential. Frankly, there will never be a shooter like Curry again.
Once James Harden starts falling in love with three-pointers, Curry's three-point rule will end. Known for his ability to produce fouls and long-range shots, Harden barely shoots from mid-range. The Houston Rockets relied on Harden's ability to compete, so it wasn't a problem for him to shoot more than 265 three-pointers in the MVP season.
James Harden leads the league by three points for the second time. Harden loved three-pointers and began showing off his patent to pull back three-pointers, often accompanied by fouls. Harden's outside prowess is also a major reason why the Houston Rockets nearly beat the Warriors in the Western Conference Finals to become title contenders.
As a member of the Rockets, James Harden continued his reign as a top three-point shooter, shooting more than 800 three-pointers. Along with Russell Westbrook, Harden was forced to control the ball for the team at the three-point line and create possession.
Stephen Curry leads all players in 2021 three-point shooting, hitting 337 three-pointers on 801 shots. After allowing James Harden to take the top spot in three-point shooting over the past three seasons, Curry has apparently regained his position as the league's best long-range shooter.
Can Curry break his single-season three-point shooting record this season?