Stephen Curry added another remarkable chapter to his Hall of Fame résumé on Christmas Day, becoming the 22nd player in NBA history to score at least 26,000 career points. The Golden State Warriors star reached the milestone during the team’s holiday matchup against the Dallas Mavericks, further cementing his place among the league’s all-time great scorers.
Curry crossed the 26,000-point mark in the third quarter, finishing a smooth cutting layup after receiving a pass from longtime teammate Draymond Green. The moment came without fanfare or celebration, fitting for a player who has made historic performances feel routine over the course of his career. Still, the achievement places Curry in elite company, alongside legends whose scoring longevity defined multiple eras of the NBA.
26,000 CAREER POINTS FOR STEPH CURRY!
— NBA (@NBA) December 25, 2025
The 22nd player in NBA history to reach that mark 🤩 pic.twitter.com/JBX4zU0UiA
What makes the milestone particularly notable is the way Curry has built his scoring legacy. Unlike many players ahead of him on the all-time list, Curry is not known for overpowering size or constant trips to the free-throw line. Instead, he has reshaped modern basketball with his shooting range, off-ball movement, and ability to score efficiently from nearly anywhere on the floor. His influence extends far beyond the box score, but the numbers continue to stack up regardless.
At 37 years old and in his 18th NBA season, Curry remains a central figure for the Warriors. He continues to produce at a high level, showing few signs of slowing down despite the physical demands of nearly two decades in the league. Last season’s selection to the All-NBA Second Team served as another reminder that Curry is still among the game’s elite, even as younger stars enter the spotlight.
Reaching 26,000 points also highlights Curry’s durability and consistency. While injuries interrupted portions of his career, particularly earlier on, he has maintained a remarkable standard of play across multiple championship runs and roster changes in Golden State. Few players have managed to combine peak performance with longevity as effectively as Curry has.
The milestone adds to an already crowded list of accolades, including multiple MVP awards, four NBA championships, and the record for most three-pointers made in league history. Yet Curry’s impact is not measured solely by trophies or statistics. His style of play has transformed offensive strategy across all levels of basketball, inspiring a generation of players to value shooting, spacing, and creativity.
With the season still ongoing, Curry is well positioned to continue climbing the all-time scoring list. Each additional point further separates him as one of the defining players of his era, and perhaps one of the most influential scorers the league has ever seen. As the Warriors push forward, Curry’s latest achievement serves as both a milestone and a reminder: even after 26,000 points, his story is still being written.