Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors authored a historic performance in his return to the lineup, breaking a prestigious NBA record held by Michael Jordan.
The four-time NBA champion scored 39 points in a victory, marking his 94th career game with 35 or more points since turning 30 years old. This achievement moves him ahead of Michael Jordan, who previously held the record with 93 such games.
The official NBA social media account celebrated the milestone, stating, “Steph Curry returned to the lineup and made an IMMEDIATE impact!” Curry’s full stat line underscored his all-around contribution: 39 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 6 three-pointers made.
Steph Curry returned to the lineup and made an IMMEDIATE impact!
🍳 39 PTS
🍳 5 REB
🍳 5 AST
🍳 6 3PM pic.twitter.com/8MxG6DwljE
— NBA (@NBA) December 13, 2025Following the game, Curry addressed his team’s performance and the narrow nature of the victory. “Thankfully, we got back in the game, took a lead for a certain point, but then you’re at the mercy of a couple of makes here, a couple of misses here, challenge calls and stuff like that,” the Warriors star remarked. His comments highlighted the team’s focus on execution that persists even on an individual record-setting night.
37 years old. History still isn’t safe.
Steph Curry scored 39 vs. Minnesota and reached his 94th 35-point game since turning 30, the most in NBA history passing Michael Jordan (93) 🤯 pic.twitter.com/7P6Ode9Oas
— ESPN Insights (@ESPNInsights) December 13, 2025Beyond the official game statistics, a pregame ritual captured the basketball world’s attention. A video of Curry’s now-famous pregame tunnel shot, where he sinks a shot from the tunnel leading to the court, circulated widely across social platforms, amplifying the excitement of his return.
Prominent outlets and personalities shared their amazement. The account Hoop Central posted the video with the caption, “Steph Curry is unbelievable.” Similarly, Underdog NBA reacted by writing, “Steph Curry pregame tunnel shot… bang.” The shot even drew a humorous reaction from WNBA star Caitlin Clark, who jokingly questioned its authenticity by stating, “This has to be AI.”
