The record for lifetime three-pointers made in the NBA has decreased.  

The record of 2,973 three-pointers made by Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry, 33, was surpassed by Ray Allen during Tuesday’s game at Madison Square Garden (MSG) against the New York Knicks. Ten years prior, Allen had surpassed the record of 2,560 three-pointers made by Indiana Pacers great Reggie Miller. On Wednesday, both were in New York. 

With around seven and a half minutes remaining in the first quarter, he broke the record with a 28-foot shot that found the net, prompting loud ovation from the audience. 

After the 105-96 victory, Curry remarked, “To do it here, in Madison Square Garden, in front of this guy right here (points at Allen) and Reggie Miller, it’s special.” “Since I began playing basketball, I’ve had crazy faith that this moment could come true.”

During Monday night’s game against the Indiana Pacers, Curry missed a shot in the closing seconds that would have tied the record, coming dangerously close to doing so. 

Surrounded by Reggie Miller, who broke Allen’s record in 2011, as well as the record holder himself, Allen, he did not let anyone down at MSG. 

Miller, 56, held the record for 13 seasons and retired in 2005 with 2,560 three-pointers made. 2016 saw Allen, 46, retire.  

Packed into the stands to witness Curry secure the top spot, Miller and Allen were no softies when it came to losing to him. 

Before the game, the three of them socialized and afterwards stood shoulder to shoulder while holding their jerseys. 

‘The torch has been transferred and it is in good hands!’ Allen wrote with a photo of Curry and him on Instagram. 

Additionally, Miller congratulated Curry on his accomplishment, writing: “HISTORY was made!!!” Congratulations, @stephencurry30! You’re the only person sitting atop the mountain. Was privileged to observe the event alongside [Ray Allen]. Make sure you set aside a significant amount of time for the person who claims the crown. 

Along with the post, he included two pictures of the three of them clutching their jerseys, one of which had Curry’s record number printed on it. Curry was also shown sitting on the ground among the shirts, grinning broadly at the camera. 

Not just the two record holders congratulated the talented shooter. 

Steve Kerr, the coach of the Warriors and the father of Curry, Dell Curry, a former sharpshooter for the Charlotte Hornets whose career three-point percentage of 45.4 percent still stands as the NBA record, was also present. Curry, a guard for the 76ers, is ranked seventh at 43.1 percent, while his brother Seth is ranked third at 44 percent. 

Following the record-breaking play, Kerr and Dell Curry embraced the 33-year-old Curry. 

Curry garnered greater affection on social media.  

‘Just landed in Dallas to see @stephencurry30 broke the record and to make it more doper he did it in the garden!’ said LeBron James, 36, who is by far his biggest rival. HOLY SMILE, BROTHER! Magnificent.  

23-year-old point guard for the Atlanta Hawks Trae Young wrote: “This is crazy man…literally a GAME CHANGER!” Whoa! Greetings, @stephencurry30. 

Ja Morant, a 22-year-old point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies, wrote: “Dats tough, congrats @stephencurry30 [goat] in the garden too.”

The 33-year-old Kevin Durant of the Brooklyn Nets praised Curry and his upcoming shots: ‘2974…with more to come. Bravo to the Almighty @StephenCurry30. 

Harrison Barnes, a 29-year-old player for the Sacramento Kings, dubbed Curry the “greatest shooter of all time.” Football legend Tom Brady, 44, also complimented his “friend” on his “accomplishment.” Curry’s brother Seth also named his brother the “official [three] god!”