Top 10 Most 3-Pointers in an NBA Game – Records, Stats & Historic Performances

The NBA’s three-point revolution has created some of the most explosive scoring nights in basketball history. Players today shoot from deeper, faster, and with more confidence than ever before. Across this era, a handful of players have delivered legendary single-game performances that pushed the limits of long-range shooting.

From Klay Thompson’s iconic 14-three masterpiece to Stephen Curry’s multiple 12-plus three-pointer nights, the list continues to grow as new sharpshooters rise.

Here is the updated and detailed list of the Top 10 Most 3-Pointers in a Single NBA Game, including all known 13- and 12-three performances up to 2025.

Top 10 Most Three-Pointers in a Single NBA Game

Rank	Player	3PM	Date	Team	Opponent	Points
1	Klay Thompson	14	Oct 29, 2018	Warriors	Bulls	52
2	Damian Lillard	13	Feb 26, 2023	Blazers	Rockets	71
3	Zach LaVine	13	Nov 23, 2019	Bulls	Hornets	49
4	Stephen Curry	13	Nov 7, 2016	Warriors	Pelicans	46
5	Stephen Curry	12	Apr 1, 2025	Warriors	Grizzlies	52
6	Stephen Curry	12	Feb 27, 2025	Warriors	Magic	56
7	Stephen Curry	12	Feb 27, 2016	Warriors	Thunder	46
8	Klay Thompson	12	Feb 24, 2023	Warriors	Rockets	42
9	Klay Thompson	12	Feb 6, 2023	Warriors	Thunder	42
10	Keegan Murray	12	Dec 16, 2023	Kings	Jazz	47

1. Klay Thompson – 14 Threes (Record Holder)

Klay Thompson owns the NBA single-game three-point record with 14 threes on October 29, 2018, against the Chicago Bulls.
He scored 52 points in just 27 minutes, including 10 threes in the first half.

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Players with 13 Three-Pointers in a Game

2. Damian Lillard – 13 Threes (71 Points)

• Date: February 26, 2023
• Opponent: Houston Rockets
• Points: 71
  One of the most explosive scoring nights in NBA history.

3. Zach LaVine – 13 Threes

• Date: November 23, 2019
• Opponent: Charlotte Hornets
• Points: 49
  LaVine hit the game-winner to seal the performance.

4. Stephen Curry – 13 Threes

• Date: November 7, 2016
• Opponent: New Orleans Pelicans
• Points: 46
  Curry broke his previous own record at the time.

Players with 12 Three-Pointers in a Game

These performances complete the Top 10 list.

5. Stephen Curry – 12 Threes (April 1, 2025)

• Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies
• Points: 52
  A 20-attempt masterpiece from deep.

6. Stephen Curry – 12 Threes (February 27, 2025)

• Opponent: Orlando Magic
• Points: 56

7. Stephen Curry – 12 Threes (February 27, 2016)

• Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder
• Points: 46

8. Klay Thompson – 12 Threes (February 24, 2023)

• Opponent: Houston Rockets
• Points: 42

9. Klay Thompson – 12 Threes (February 6, 2023)

• Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder
• Points: 42

10. Keegan Murray – 12 Threes (December 16, 2023)

• Opponent: Utah Jazz
• Points: 47
  The only young player on the list, marking the new generation of high-volume shooters.

Current Record Holders – Summary

Single-Game Record

• Klay Thompson – 14 threes (2018)

Most 13-Three Games

• Lillard
• Curry
• LaVine

Most 12-Three Games

• Stephen Curry leads with multiple 12-three games.

Read Also: Most Points Scored in an NBA Game

Conclusion

The rise of deep shooting has transformed basketball, creating unforgettable single-game performances. Klay Thompson remains the king with his 14-three explosion, but the chase continues as stars like Curry, Lillard, and new talents keep pushing the boundaries.

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