Stephen Curry breaks the clock: 30 points in under 30 minutes

At 37 years old, Stephen Curry continues to write chapters of NBA history. On Monday night, in the Golden State Warriors’ 134-117 win over the Utah Jazz. The guard scored 31 points in just 29 minutes, setting a new milestone. He now has 30 games with at least 30 points while playing fewer than 30 minutes, the most in league history.

The performance by Stephen Curry was both efficient and symbolic. Shooting 12 of 24 from the field and 6 of 17 from three, the veteran once again showed why he is considered the greatest shooter of all time. According to Athlonsports, this was the 30th time he has accomplished such a feat. Consolidating a record no other player has reached.

A record that reinforces his legend

The most striking detail is that Stephen Curry was able to rest for much of the fourth quarter. Watching from the bench as the Warriors secured a comfortable lead. That ability to decide games in under 30 minutes reflects not only his shooting but also his intelligence in managing energy during a demanding season.

Steph Curry now has the most games in NBA history with 30+ PTS in under 30 MIN. pic.twitter.com/yt6zL2ocWH

— Real Sports (@realapp) November 25, 2025

On October 24, Stephen Curry had already scored 35 points in 27 minutes against Portland. Another example of his ability to impact games in record time. Currently, Curry averages 28.8 points per game across 15 contests, keeping Golden State at 10-9 and in eighth place in the Western Conference.

Hot streak amid injuries

The milestone comes in a complicated context for the Warriors. With Draymond Green, Jonathan Kuminga, De’Anthony Melton, and Al Horford sidelined due to injuries. The team relies almost entirely on Stephen Curry’s production. Even so, the guard has responded impressively. three straight games with at least 30 points and five of his last six, including two nights of 40.

The record achieved by Stephen Curry against the Jazz is not just another number in his extensive collection. It confirms that, even in his 17th season, he remains the engine of the Warriors and an absolute reference point in the NBA.

Upcoming challenges

The next chance to see Stephen Curry chase another milestone will be against the Houston Rockets, a team sitting at 11-4 and fourth in the West. The matchup will test the Warriors’ ability to stay competitive despite injuries and a relentless schedule.

With every three-pointer and every record, Stephen Curry proves that his legacy is not measured only in championships. It is defined by his ability to reinvent what it means to be a scorer in the NBA.