Steph Curry Explains Why He Started Shooting 200 More Threes in a Season
Steph Curry shared with Steve Nash and LeBron James the story behind his decision to increase his three-point attempts significantly after winning his first MVP award. He talked about how his game evolved and how he became the driving force behind the modern NBA's emphasis on 3-point shooting.
A Game Changer
Few players have transformed basketball as much as legendary figures like Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Michael Jordan. Steph Curry has now joined their ranks by revolutionizing the way the game is played today.
From his college days at Davidson, Curry demonstrated his unlimited shooting range and a lightning-quick release, which allowed him to score from anywhere on the court despite his smaller stature.
Changing the NBA Landscape
Curry has rewritten the NBA record books when it comes to shooting. His success as a four-time champion inspired the entire league to adapt. Modern offenses now revolve around three-point shooting more than ever, with teams attempting and making more threes than in any previous era.
He is widely credited with starting this surge in three-point shooting, setting a new standard for the game.
In-Depth Discussion with Legends
On a recent episode of Mind the Game, Curry joined Steve Nash—often compared to him for their shooting prowess—and LeBron James, his longtime Finals rival. The conversation between these basketball greats eventually focused on Curry’s remarkable volume and efficiency from beyond the arc.
"Steph has completely rewritten the NBA record book when it comes to shooting."
"Modern offenses run on shooting from beyond the arc, and teams are taking and making more 3s than ever."
Terrence Jordan | Published Nov 05, 2025
Author’s summary: Steph Curry’s decision to drastically increase his three-point attempts set a new standard, fundamentally changing NBA offenses and influencing the modern game.