The “Oregon” graduate scored 26 points in the first round. In the final, Ionescu’s performance was even more impressive – the defense threw 20 (!) shots in a row and achieved a phenomenal record. She made 25 of 27 three-point shots in the Golden Series.
With 20 field goals, Ionescu tied the record set by Craig Hodge in 1991. The NBA player made 19 three-point shots in a row at that time. The men’s record is shared by Stephen Curry and Tyrese Haliburton – both scored 31 points.
Sabrina Ionescu (@sabrina_i20) just set the all-time record for NBA or WNBA with a score of 37 PTS in the FINAL ROUND of the #Starry3PT Contest to be crowned the NEW 3-PT CHAMPION ???? | @starrylemonlime pic.twitter.com/YcGy3fDfBq
— WNBA (@WNBA) July 14, 2023
SABRINA SETS ALL-TIME WNBA & NBA RECORD WITH 37 PTS IN FINAL ROUND OF 3PT CONTEST
HISTORY ????
(via @WNBA) pic.twitter.com/MeODal62oz
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 14, 2023
Ionescu appeared on the cover of “NBA2K24” last week. Such a choice was considered controversial, because the WNBA does not lack more titled and accomplished players. Friday’s achievement confirmed that Ionescu belongs among the league’s elite.
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