Dec 1, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) reacts after scoring three point basket against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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James Harden joins Stephen Curry in elite 3-point club during Clippers’ win over Nuggets

Harden finished the night with 39 points, 9 rebounds and 11 assists.

James Harden kicked off the Christmas month with yet another historic milestone. The veteran shooting guard reached 3000 career 3-pointers, becoming just the second player in NBA history after Stephen Curry to achieve this milestone. Harden achieved this feat during the Los Angeles Clippers’ thrilling 126-122 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Sunday.

The milestone was the highlight of a vintage Harden performance. The 34-year-old was unstoppable, scoring 39 points, including six 3-pointers.

The special milestone caps off a remarkable month for Harden, who has been in exceptional form.

James Harden COOKED on his HISTORIC night…

39 PTS | 11 AST | 9 REB | 6 3PM | W@JHarden13 joined Steph Curry as the only players in NBA history with 3k 3PM! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/iYEqX9GY3y
— NBA (@NBA) December 2, 2024

“Another one of those accomplishments that you never take for granted,” Harden said.

“The amount of work that I’ve put in — countless days and nights where I put the work in — a lot of people don’t see it but the results happen, so I’m just thankful.”

Earlier this week, he delivered a 43-point game against the Washington Wizards in his 100th game, joining the exclusive ranks of players in league history to mark their 100th career game with 40 or more points. Wilt Chamberlain, Kobe Bryant, and Michael Jordan are the only legends to have achieved this feat.

The All-Star guard is averaging 21.5 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 8.8 assists per game as the Clippers continue to impress in the Western Conference.

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Who are the top five players with the most career 3-pointers in NBA history?

Stephen Curry leads the all-time list with 3,810 three-pointers in his illustrious career, followed by Harden who now has 3,004 3Ps.

Stephen Curry – 3,810
James Harden – 3,004
Ray Allen – 2,973
Damian Lillard– 2,660
Reggie Miller – 2,560

Image Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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