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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 25: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks (L) and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors (R) shakes hands at center court while they warm up prior to the start of their game at Chase Center on December 25, 2025 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
On Thursday evening, the Dallas Mavericks played the Orlando Magic in Florida.
The Mavs lost by a score of 115-114.
Despite the loss, Klay Thompson finished with 24 points, four rebounds, one assist and one steal while shooting 7/12 from three-point range in 26 minutes of playing time.
NBA Star Klay Thompson Made History
GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – JANUARY 29: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts during the fourth quarter of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at American Airlines Center on January 29, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
In addition to his strong night, Thompson also made NBA history.
He joined his former teammate Steph Curry (and James Harden) on an all-time list.
Via Mavs PR: “Klay Thompson has gone 5-of-8 from beyond the arc thus far and has a team-high 18 points through three quarters tonight in Orlando. Thompson joins Steph Curry and James Harden as one of three players in NBA history to record 200-or-more games with 5+ 3-pointers.”
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 25: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks (L) and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors (R) shakes hands at center court while they warm up prior to the start of their game at Chase Center on December 25, 2025 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Fans will likely enjoy seeing the accomplishment due to his long run with Curry in Golden State.
The two were teammates for 13 years (and brought the Warriors four titles).
ClutchPoints wrote: “Most 3-pointers made in NBA history, regular season + playoffs: 4,833 — Steph Curry 3,770 — James Harden 3,358 — Ray Allen, Klay Thompson”
GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – JANUARY 03: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks walks backcourt during a game against the Houston Rockets at American Airlines Center on January 03, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Klay Thomson’s Second Season In Dallas
GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – MARCH 01: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks shoots over Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at American Airlines Center on March 01, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Thompson is averaging 11.7 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists per contest while shooting 39.1% from the field and 38.4% from three-point range in 55 games.
He is in his second season with the franchise after signing with them in 2024.
GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 03: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts to a call during the first half against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on November 03, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
The Mavs are the 12th seed in the Western Conference with a 21-41 record in 62 games.
They are in the middle of a five-game losing skid (and 2-8 over their last ten).
GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 16: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after a basket against the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center on November 16, 2024 in Dallas, Texas (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)
Following Orlando, the Mavs will visit the Boston Celtics on Friday night.
On the road, they have gone 7-21 in 28 games outside of Dallas.
Last season, the Mavs lost to the Memphis Grizzlies in the play-in tournament.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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