18 Players With Most 3 Pointers In A Game

1. Jordan Lyons - 15

Position: Guard
Team: Furman Paladins
Opponent: North Greenville Crusaders
Date: November 15, 2018

Jordan Lyons, a Furman Paladins formidable guard pulled out something special on November 15, 2018.

Lyons equaled the NCAA record for the highest number of 3-point field goals in a single game, making 15 shots and guiding the Paladins to a decisive 107-67 triumph over North Greenville at Timmons Arena.

In addition to matching the record of 15 3-point shots, he also established a new Division I record by attempting 34 three-pointers in a single game. His score of 54 points ranked as the eighth-highest in the history of Furman.

2. Keith Veney - 15

Position: Guard
Team: Marshall Thundering Herd
Opponent: Morehead State Eagles
Date: December 14, 1996

Keith Veney achieved a remarkable feat for the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I record for the most three-point field goals made in a single game, totaling an impressive 15 shots.

Veney achieved a standout moment by scoring 51 points and establishing an enduring NCAA record with 15 successful three-pointers against Morehead State on December 14, 1996.

Throughout his combined four-year NCAA tenure, Veney accomplished a remarkable feat of netting 409 three-pointers.

3. Josh Williams - 15

Position: Guard
Team: Robert Morris Colonials
Opponent: Mount Aloysius
Date: November 14, 2018

During his first home appearance for the Colonials, Robert Morris senior guard Josh Williams made a lasting impression by equalling an NCAA Division I record, sinking 15 three-pointers in a decisive 104-57 victory against Mount Aloysius on November 14, 2018.

At a towering 6-foot-2, Williams displayed his marksmanship by going 15-for-25 from three-point range throughout the night. This outstanding performance allowed him to achieve parity with the previous NCAA record set by Marshall’s Keith Veney in 1996.

4. Klay Thompson - 14

Position: Shooting guard
Team: Golden State Warriors
Opponent: Chicago Bulls
Date: October 29, 2018

The year 2018 saw another basketball milestone as Klay Thompson set a record for the highest number of three-pointers made in a single NBA game by sinking 14 shots from beyond the arc against the Bulls on October 29, 2018.

The NBA star, a four-time champion, made an impressive performance by hitting 10 three-pointers and putting up 36 points in the initial half, contributing to a 149-124 victory against the Chicago Bulls.

Thompson concluded the game with a total of 52 points, making 18 of 29 field goals and 14 of 24 three-pointers.

5. Ronald Blackshear - 14

Position: Shooting guard
Team: Marshall Thundering Herd
Opponent: Akron Zips
Date: March 1, 2002

Ronald Blackshear developed his skills at Marshall and had a successful stint with the Thundering Herd in his sophomore and junior years.

Recognized for his precision and prolific shooting, he achieved notable milestones by making 189 three-pointers, ranking fourth in Marshall's history at the time of his graduation.

In a game against Akron on March 1, 2002, he tied an NCAA record by hitting 11 consecutive three-pointers and ultimately secured the second-highest number of made three-pointers in a single game, totaling 14.

6. Askia Jones - 14

Position: Shooting guard
Team: Kansas State Wildcats
Opponent: Fresno State Bulldogs
Date: March 24, 1994

Askia Jones is an American-Venezuelan former basketball player for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Jones spent his college basketball career playing for Kansas State from 1990 to 1994. During his college years, Askia's exceptional 3-point shooting ability shone brightly in a memorable game against Fresno on March 24, 1994.

He etched his name into the record books by scoring an astounding 62 points in just 29 minutes, leaving opponents and spectators alike awestruck at his remarkable performance on the court.

7. Dave Jamerson - 14

Position: Shooting guard
Team: Ohio Bobcats
Opponent: Charleston Golden Eagles
Date: December 21, 1989

In December 1989, Dave Jamerson established a groundbreaking standard in the realm of three-point shooting by recording 14 successful three-pointers, a feat equaled by Askia Jones.

In a game against the University of Charleston, Dave established a new single-game record in Ohio's triumph, successfully making fourteen 3-pointers and accumulating a total of 60 points.

Moreover, he topped the charts in the 1989-90 NCAA basketball season for 3-point field goals, making a total of 131 (averaging 4.68 per game).

8. Damian Lillard - 13

Position: Point guard
Team: Portland Trail Blazers
Opponent: Houston Rockets
Date: February 26, 2023

In February 2023, Damian Lillard achieved record-breaking performances for both the franchise and his career by scoring 71 points and making 13 three-pointers. against the Houston Rockets.

Lillard surpassed his previous franchise record of 61 points, achieved twice before, by hitting a 3-pointer with 4:42 remaining.

This shot also exceeded his personal best for 3-pointers in a game, reaching a total of 11. Lillard made 13 3-pointers out of 22 attempts, falling just short of the NBA record set by Golden State's Klay Thompson in 2018.

9. Zach LaVine - 13

Position: Shooting guard
Team: Chicago Bulls
Opponent: Charlotte Hornets
Date: November 23, 2019

Zach LaVine nailed 13 shots from beyond the arc in the game against the Hornets on November 23, 2019.

Throughout the entire game against the Hornets, LaVine demonstrated exceptional performance. Yet, he reserved his most outstanding moments for the final stretch, hitting nine out of his 13 three-point attempts in the fourth quarter.

Among these, the game-winning three-pointer with only 0.8 seconds left rescued the Bulls from the brink of imminent defeat.

10. Stephen Curry - 13

Position: Point guard
Team: Golden State Warriors
Opponent: New Orleans Pelicans
Date: November 7, 2016

Stephen Curry delivered an extraordinary performance on November 7, 2016, in a thrilling matchup at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California.

He lit up the court with an astounding 46 points and made history by sinking a remarkable 13 three-pointers. This record-breaking display of skill played a pivotal role in securing a resounding 116-106 victory for his team against the Pelicans.

Stephen Curry had just completed his second consecutive MVP season, and approximately nine months prior, he had achieved the remarkable feat of equalling the NBA record for 12 made 3-pointers in a game.

11. Darius Dawkins - 13

Position: Guard
Team: Jacksonville Dolphins
Opponent: Middle Georgia State
Date: January 3, 2017

On January 3rd, 2017, Darius Dawkins achieved a remarkable feat for Jacksonville University, setting a school record with 13 successful 3-pointers in the college's dominant 124-85 victory over Middle Georgia State.

At halftime, the Dolphins secured a substantial 55-35 lead, with Dawkins contributing 18 points by making six of nine 3-pointers. In the second half, Dawkins continued his stellar performance by successfully sinking all seven attempted 3-pointers.

By the end of the game, Dawkins accumulated a total of 41 points, showcasing his proficiency with 13 out of 17 3-point shots and an overall accuracy of 14 out of 19 attempts.

12. AJ English - 13

Position: Point guard
Team: Iona Gaels
Opponent: Fairfield Stags
Date: December 1, 2015

Iona's senior AJ English had an amazing game on December 1st, 2015, scoring 46 points and making a record-breaking 13 three-pointers in a big 101-77 victory against Fairfield, driving the Gaels to their 21st successive home win.

The tall English player made an impressive nine consecutive 3-pointers during the second half of the game. Overall, he made 13 out of 19 shots from beyond the arc for the night. This performance tied him for the fifth-highest number of 3-pointers in NCAA history.

13. Rotnei Clarke - 13

Position: Point guard
Team: Arkansas Razorbacks
Opponent: Alcorn State Braves
Date: November 13, 2009

Rotnei Clarke possesses skills for both the point guard and shooting guard positions and is recognized for his proficiency in shooting three-pointers.

Clarke established SEC and team records by making 13 three-pointers and accumulating a total of 51 points on November 13, 2009.

In a matchup against Alcorn State, he established a new single-game record for three-pointers in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) by successfully making 13 shots from beyond the arc. Additionally, his impressive score of 51 points marked a school record.

14. Keegan Murray - 12

Position: Small Forward
Team: Sacramento Kings
Opponent: Utah Jazz
Date: December 16, 2023

Keegan Murray achieved a personal best by scoring 47 points and making 12 three-pointers in the Sacramento Kings' 125-104 win against the Utah Jazz, falling just two short of the NBA record.

In a December 2023 matchup, Murray made seven consecutive 3-pointers, scoring 26 points and breaking the franchise record by hitting 12 3s

At just 23 years old, he became the youngest NBA player to achieve this milestone. His impressive performance in the third quarter also set a Sacramento record for the most points and 3s in a quarter, surpassing Harrison Barnes and Omri Casspi in 3s.

15. Klay Thompson - 12

Position: Shooting guard
Team: Golden State Warriors
Opponent: Houston Rockets
Date: February 24, 2023

Klay Thompson's exceptional display, scoring 42 points and making 12 3-pointers, led the Warriors to a 116-101 triumph over the Houston Rockets at Chase Center in February 2023.

Thompson became the sole player in NBA history to achieve multiple games with 12 or more 3-pointers in a single season.

Furthermore, he holds the record for the most games in NBA history with 12 or more threes, surpassing his fellow splash brother Stephen Curry. Thompson has accomplished this three times, with no other player achieving it more than once.

16. Stephen Curry - 12

Position: Point guard
Team: Golden State Warriors
Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder
Date: February 27, 2016

Stephen Curry launched a shot from beyond the three-point line, showcasing his extraordinary skills and achieving another notable feat by making 12 three-pointers against the OKC Thunder in February 2016.

Curry exhibited an extraordinary performance, scoring a total of 46 points with 31 of those coming after halftime. His accuracy from beyond the arc was particularly impressive, as he attempted 16 three-pointers and made an astonishing 12 of them.

17. Kobe Bryant - 12

Position: Shooting Guard
Team: Los Angeles Lakers
Opponent: Seattle SuperSonics
Date: January 7, 2003

On January 7, 2003, Kobe Bryant set a personal record for the highest number of three-pointers made in a single game, hitting 12 shots from beyond the arc against the Seattle SuperSonics.

During that game, Bryant bragged 45 points with a shooting accuracy of 57%. Notably, he made 12 out of 18 attempts from 3-point range, and at one juncture, successfully sank nine consecutive 3-pointers.

The Los Angeles Lakers emerged victorious against the Seattle SuperSonics, now known as the OKC Thunder, with a final score of 119-98.

18. Donyell Marshall - 12

Position: Small forward
Team: Toronto Raptors
Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers
Date: March 13, 2005

In the 2004-05 season, Donyell Marshall achieved a new record for the highest number of three-pointers in a single game while playing against the Philadelphia 76ers.

On March 13, 2005, Marshall successfully made 12 three-pointers, shooting at an impressive 63 percent for the Raptors. He had a strong start, entering the game midway through the first quarter and hitting all four of his three-point attempts.

As the game progressed, the Raptors secured a commanding 22-point lead by the fourth quarter. Marshall concluded the game with a total of 12 three-pointers, equaling Kobe Bryant's record for the most threes made in a single game.