Steph Curry Surpasses NBA Legends on All-Time Scoring List

Warriors Guard Climbs to 21st Place, Eyeing Top-12 Spot This Season

Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:12am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting Steph Curry's basketball movements and scoring achievements, with sharp, overlapping planes in the Warriors' team colors of blue, gold, and white.Steph Curry's historic scoring climb is a testament to his longevity, skill, and impact on the game, transcending mere statistics.Ann Arbor Today

In a thrilling NBA matchup, Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry surpassed Kevin Garnett's scoring record, climbing to 21st place on the NBA's all-time scoring list. At 37 years old, Curry is showing no signs of slowing down and is on pace to break into the top 12 scorers by the end of the season, cementing his legacy as an NBA icon.

Why it matters

Curry's historic scoring streak is not just about numbers, but a testament to his longevity, skill, and impact on the game. As he continues to ascend the all-time scoring leaderboard, it's a celebration of his greatness and a reminder that age is just a number when it comes to basketball excellence.

The details

With 39 points against the Brooklyn Nets, Curry has now surpassed Kevin Garnett's career total of 25,551 points. If Curry maintains his current scoring average of 28.9 points per game for the remaining 49 games, he will not only pass NBA legends like Paul Pierce and Tim Duncan, but also secure a top-12 spot on the all-time scoring list.

  • Curry surpassed Kevin Garnett's scoring record in the game against the Brooklyn Nets on April 12, 2026.
  • Curry is on pace to break into the top 12 all-time scorers by the end of the 2026 NBA season.

The players

Steph Curry

The legendary Golden State Warriors guard, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in NBA history.

Kevin Garnett

A former NBA player who Curry surpassed on the all-time scoring list, with a career total of 25,551 points.

Paul Pierce

An NBA legend that Curry is on pace to surpass on the all-time scoring list.

Tim Duncan

Another NBA great that Curry is set to pass on the all-time scoring leaderboard.

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What’s next

If Curry maintains his current scoring pace, he will continue to climb the all-time scoring list and could potentially secure a top-12 spot by the end of the 2026 NBA season.

The takeaway

Steph Curry's historic scoring streak is not just about numbers, but a celebration of his greatness and the lasting impact he has had on the NBA. As he continues to defy age and climb the all-time scoring leaderboard, Curry's legacy as an NBA icon is cemented.