Most 3-pointers in an NBA season
Stephen Curry, 402 in 2015-16.
Stephen Curry made 402 for the Golden State Warriors in 2015-16, the NBA record for 3-pointers in a season. Next: James Harden (378, 2018-19) and Stephen Curry (357, 2023-24).
In 2025-26: Kon Knueppel (Charlotte Hornets) led the NBA with 273, 129 short of the record.
Most 3-pointers in an NBA season: the top 25
More than once in the top 25: Stephen Curry 10 times, Buddy Hield 3 times, Klay Thompson 2 times and James Harden 2 times.
Every team's record
Each franchise's best season, including the years it played under another name or in another city.
Questions
What is the NBA record for 3-pointers in a season?
402, by Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors in 2015-16.
Who led the NBA in 3-pointers in 2025-26?
Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets, with 273. That is 129 short of the record.
Who has the most seasons among the top 25 for 3-pointers?
Stephen Curry, 10 times (2012-13, 2014-15, 2015-16, 2016-17, 2018-19, 2020-21, 2021-22, 2022-23, 2023-24 and 2024-25).
Which team's own 3-pointers record is the highest?
Golden State Warriors: Stephen Curry, 402 in 2015-16. The lowest club record belongs to the San Antonio Spurs, 195 by Julian Champagnie (2025-26).
Which numbers count?
Regular-season 3-pointers made. The NBA adopted the 3-point line in 1979-80; from 1994-95 to 1996-97 it was moved in to 22 feet all the way around.