The Boston Celtics have achieved a historic milestone in the NBA, setting a new record for the most 3-pointers made in a single season. They are currently averaging an unprecedented 48 attempts from beyond the arc per game, leading the league by a significant margin and marking the highest volume of 3-point attempts in NBA history.
Payton Pritchard secured the record-breaking 1,364th three-pointer early in the second quarter during a game against Phoenix. Following their victory over the Suns with a score of 123-103, the Celtics` season total has climbed to 1,370 made 3-pointers and continues to rise with five games remaining in the season.
This achievement surpasses the previous record held by the 2023 Golden State Warriors, who made 1,363 three-pointers with nearly 200 fewer attempts. Interestingly, the current Celtics team is making 3-pointers at a slightly lower percentage compared to most of the top five teams in this category, except for the 2018-19 Houston Rockets. The Rockets, under the guidance of Daryl Morey`s analytical approach and featuring James Harden, previously held the record for most 3-point attempts, a record that the current Celtics are poised to break.
| Team | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Celtics | 1,370 | 3,718 | 36.8% |
| 2023 Warriors | 1,363 | 3,540 | 38.5% |
| 2024 Celtics | 1,351 | 3,482 | 38.8% |
| 2019 Rockets | 1,323 | 3,721 | 35.6% |
| 2023 Celtics | 1,315 | 3,492 | 37.7% |
The Celtics roster boasts an impressive three players who have each made over 240 three-pointers this season. Derrick White recently made franchise history by becoming the first Celtic to sink 250 three-pointers in a season. He also became the first player in NBA history to combine this 3-point achievement with 75 blocked shots in a single season, highlighting his exceptional all-around game and commitment to both offense and defense, a principle valued by the team.
The question remains: how long will this record last? While the trend of high 3-point volume in the NBA is likely to continue, few teams possess the sheer number of skilled shooters that the Celtics do. Boston consistently fields lineups with five credible 3-point threats on the court. Therefore, it`s quite possible that the Celtics themselves will be the team to break this record again in the years to come.
Jasper Hawthorne