Look, if you’re trying to pin down exactly how many points Steph Curry has, you’re chasing a moving target. The man just doesn't stop. Whether he’s pulling up from the logo or finishing a circus layup, the scoreboard in Golden State is basically on a permanent loop.
As of early 2026, Stephen Curry has officially crossed the 26,000 regular-season point milestone.
Honestly, it’s wild to think about. He’s now firmly entrenched in the top 25 of the NBA’s all-time scoring list. But the regular season is only half the story. If you're talking about the "full Curry experience"—meaning regular season plus the playoffs—the number jumps significantly.
The Raw Numbers: Regular Season vs. Playoffs
Most fans just want the bottom line. So, let’s get into the nitty-gritty.
In the regular season, Steph is sitting at roughly 26,257 points. This isn't just a number; it’s a testament to seventeen years of being the most "guardable" guy who is somehow impossible to guard. He passed Kevin Garnett (26,071) and is currently breathing down the necks of legends like John Havlicek and Paul Pierce.
But check this out. When you factor in his postseason heroics, the total combined points for Steph Curry climb to 30,404.
That 30k club is a different kind of stratosphere.
It's sorta funny because people used to say he was just a shooter. They said he couldn't hold up physically. Fast forward to 2026, and he’s still averaging over 28 points a game at age 37. Just last night against the Knicks, he dropped 27 like it was a light cardio session. He’s 22nd all-time in regular-season points, but his impact on how the game is played? That’s 1 of 1.
How He Got There (The Season-by-Season Grind)
Curry’s journey wasn't a straight line. Remember those early years? The "glass ankles" era?
- The Early Spark: He started with 1,399 points as a rookie. Solid, but nobody saw a legend yet.
- The Leap: By 2015-16, his unanimous MVP year, he put up 2,375 points. That season changed basketball forever.
- The Longevity: Even in the 2024-25 season, he managed 1,718 points.
He's consistently putting up around 1,500 to 2,000 points a year when he stays healthy. In the current 2025-26 campaign, he’s already banked 898 points in just 32 games. Do the math—that’s a 28.1 PPG average. At 37 years old! It’s basically unheard of, except for maybe that one guy in Los Angeles.
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What Most People Get Wrong About Steph's Scoring
People see the threes. The shimmy. The "night-night" celebration.
But they miss the volume of free throws and the efficiency inside the arc. Steph isn't just chucking; he’s a surgeon. He’s currently shooting about 93% from the free-throw line this season. You give him an inch, he takes three points. You foul him, he takes two.
It’s a lose-lose for the defense.
There’s also this misconception that he’s "just" a three-point shooter. While he has over 4,100 career threes (regular season and playoffs combined), he has thousands of points from mid-range floaters and high-glass layups.
Why the 26,000 Mark Matters
Hitting 26,000 points puts him in the company of Alex English and DeMar DeRozan. But Curry did it in fewer games than almost everyone around him on that list because of the "three-point math."
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Mathematically, a 40% shooter from three is as efficient as a 60% shooter from two. Steph is a career 42.6% shooter from deep. It’s basically a cheat code that has allowed him to skyrocket up the scoring ranks despite missing significant time with injuries in his early 30s.
The Path to 30,000 Regular Season Points
Can he hit 30k before he hangs them up?
It’s the question every Warriors fan is asking. He needs about 3,700 more points. If he maintains this 28 PPG pace and plays 65 games a year, he’d get there in about two more seasons.
He’s under contract through the 2026-27 season. Honestly, barring a major injury, he’s going to get there. Watching him play right now, he doesn't look like he's lost a step. His conditioning is still the best in the league. He wears out defenders by just... running. Everywhere. All the time.
"He’s the only player I’ve ever seen who makes the defense tired just by standing on the court because you know the second you blink, he’s gone." — Anonymous NBA Scout, 2025.
Breaking Down the All-Time Rank
Here is where he stands relative to the guys he’s chasing in the regular-season scoring title race:
- 21st: John Havlicek (26,395 points) - Steph will pass him within the next few weeks.
- 20th: Paul Pierce (26,397 points) - Also likely to be passed by February 2026.
- 19th: Tim Duncan (26,496 points) - This is the next major target.
The distance between Curry and the top 10 (which starts around 28,000 points) is closing fast. He’s basically a lock to pass Hakeem Olajuwon and Elvin Hayes by this time next year.
The Playoff Factor
If we only look at playoff points, Steph is already 11th all-time. He has 3,966 playoff points. He’s ahead of Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, and Kobe Bryant in terms of pure postseason scoring efficiency.
This is what people mean when they say he's a "big game" player. When the stakes are highest, the point totals go up. He averages nearly 27 PPG in the playoffs for his career.
Actionable Insights for Fans and Analysts
If you're tracking Steph's progress or betting on his milestones, keep these things in mind:
- Watch the 3PM/Game: He's currently averaging 4.6 threes per game. Every time he hits that average, he’s banking 13.8 points just from beyond the arc.
- Health is Wealth: The Warriors are managing his minutes (around 32 per game). This is key for him to reach that 30,000-point career goal.
- The "Knicks" Effect: Steph historically scores higher at Madison Square Garden. If you're looking for a breakout game to jump a rank, check the schedule for NY games.
The reality is, we are watching the tail end of a legendary run. Whether he finishes at 28,000 or 31,000 points doesn't really change his status as the greatest shooter ever, but it does solidify his place in the "Top 10 All-Time" conversation.
Keep an eye on the box scores every Tuesday and Thursday. At the rate he’s going, he’ll move up another spot on the all-time list before the All-Star break.
To stay updated on his specific game-by-game progression, you should monitor the official NBA communications or real-time stat trackers like StatMuse, which provide the most granular breakdown of his active totals. Every bucket he scores from here on out is quite literally history in the making.