Buddy Hield made NBA history in Thunder-Warriors game

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On Wednesday night, the Golden State Warriors play the OKC Thunder (at home).

Buddy Hield had 11 points and a steal while shooting 3-of-5 from three-point range in his first 11 minutes of action.

He also made NBA history.

Via NBA: “mate of 3

He passes Dirk Nowitzki for 18th on the NBA’s all-time 15:00 list

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After Nowitzki, the next player for Hield’s all-time passer list becomes Jason Kidd (1,988).

Hield spent last year with the Indiana Pacers and Philadelphia 76ers.

The former Oklahoma star has been an excellent addition to the Warriors.

He entered Wednesday’s matchup averaging 15.5 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game. game while shooting 45.9% from the field and 43.0% from three-point range in 17 games.

The Warriors are also one of the best teams in the NBA.

They are the second seed in the Western Conference with a 12-5 record in 17 games.

After their showdown with the Thunder, the Warriors play their next game on Saturday when they host the Phoenix Suns.

At home, they have gone 5-2 in seven games at the Chase Center.

Buddy Hield

November 23, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield (7) shoots in the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images / Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Hield was the sixth pick in the 2016 NBA Draft after an incredible run with the Sooners (they reached the Final Four in 2016).

In addition to the Pacers, Warriors and 76ers, he has also spent time with the Sacramento Kings and New Orleans Pelicans over nine seasons in the NBA.