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Curry Surpasses Pierce, Climbs to 19th All-Time Scorer

1/29/2026

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Stephen Curry moved to 19th on the NBA all-time scoring list after surpassing Paul Pierce with a stepback three against the Utah Jazz on January 28, reaching 26,398 career points.
He is on pace to reach 12th by season's end.
In January, Curry averaged 24.4 points per game.
Observers describe the moment as a symbolic handoff from Paul Pierce's era to Stephen Curry's innovative style, reflecting Oakland roots.

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Story summary

Stephen Curry moved to 19th on the NBA all-time scoring list after surpassing Paul Pierce with a stepback three against the Utah Jazz on January 28, reaching 26,398 career points.
He is on pace to reach 12th by season's end.
In January, Curry averaged 24.4 points per game.
Observers describe the moment as a symbolic handoff from Paul Pierce's era to Stephen Curry's innovative style, reflecting Oakland roots.