"Really surreal," Thompson tops 2,560 Miller to rank fifth in NBA history in 3-point shooting

"Really surreal," Thompson tops 2,560 Miller to rank fifth in NBA history in 3-point shooting

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Klay Thompson (34, Dallas Mavericks) of the National Basketball Association (NBA) has risen to fifth place in the history of three-point shots.

Thompson scored 12 points, four rebounds, and one assist in the home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the copyright Center in Dallas, Texas on the 26th (Korea time). The team lost 99-105 after a close game, but scored four 3-pointers to overtake Reggie Miller (2,560) to become the fifth place in the history of 3-pointers. Thompson, who had 2,558 3-pointers before the game, made two shots in the second quarter and surpassed Miller with a 26-foot (7.92m) long-range shot early in the fourth quarter. 안전놀이터

"Honestly, I feel like my dream has come true. To me, it is surreal to go beyond an icon like Miller," Thompson said. Dallas coach Jason Kidd said, "I think his journey is incredible. Thompson will go down as one of the best shooters. To be able to pass Miller is going to go down in history."

Thompson is a professional shooter of the NBA. Debuted as a member of the Golden State Warriors during the 2011-12 season, he moved to Dallas before this season and made a fresh start. This year's record stands at 14.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. The 3-point shooting rate is 39.1 percent. He makes 3.1 shots per game on average.