“Unstoppable Forces: How the Boston Celtics’ Historic 3-Pointer Craze is Redefining the NBA Game!”

Opening night for the Boston Celtics set the tone for an electrifying season, didn’t it? As they unfurled a banner celebrating their triumph and launched a dizzying 61 three-pointers—sinking a remarkable 29—it was clear that their sights were set on something extraordinary. Fast forward to Friday night, and history was made when Payton Pritchard netted the record-breaking 1,364th three-pointer of the season. By the final buzzer, the Celtics had soared to a staggering 1,370 threes, with five games still left in the schedule! Who would’ve thought they’d break the previous record held by the legendary Stephen Curry and his Warriors from last season? But that’s just the beginning. It’s not merely about records; it’s about redefining the game. With an average of 17.9 threes per game, they’re poised to surpass the current league average record, and their attempts per game sit at a mind-boggling 48.5. The remarkable talent spread across their roster—Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White, and more—echoes the genius of coach Joe Mazzulla, whose ethos of spreading the floor with sharp shooting has quickly turned the Celtics into formidable contenders. With a championship already under their belt, could another one be on the horizon? If you’re curious to dig deeper into this record-breaking saga, LEARN MORE.

The Celtics aren’t done setting records from beyond the arc, even if everything isn’t official yet. Utah holds the record for the most average 3-point shots made per game (16.7, during the 2020-21 season), but Boston will pass that at 17.9 per game. The most 3-pointers attempted by a team per game were the James Harden Rockets in 2018-19 at 45.4, but the Celtics are at 48.5 per game this season.It was clear where this was headed on opening night, when the Boston Celtics hung a banner and then launched 61 3-pointers, making 29, on their way to routing the Knicks.The previous record belonged to Stephen Curry and the 2022-23 Golden State Warriors.Friday night, Boston set the record for most 3-pointers made in a season — 1,364 — when Payton Pritchard knocked one down from beyond the arc early in the second quarter. By the end of the game, the Celtics had made 1,370 3-pointers, and they have five games remaining. While the Celtics have shooting everywhere on the court — Jayson Tatum is taking 10 3-pointers a game but there is also Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday and on down the line — the real credit goes to Joe Mazzulla. The Celtics have led the league in 3-point attempts in each of Mazzulla’s three seasons as the shot is central to his attack. It has worked, the Celtics have a ring and are the betting favorites to win another this year.