WNBA's Long-Range Queens: Dominating the Court with Most 3-Pointers in a Single Game
Kayla McBride recently broke the WNBA single-game record with 10 three-pointers against the Dallas Wings in August 2026. This historic achievement highlights the growing importance of the three-point shot in basketball, with several other WNBA stars also making their mark with nine and eight three-pointer performances.
The three-point shot has fundamentally reshaped modern basketball, evolving into an indispensable offensive weapon across all levels of the sport. Its ability to create rapid scoring opportunities and shift game momentum makes it a critical component of team strategies. When players find their rhythm from beyond the arc, their timely three-point streaks can dramatically alter the course of a game, igniting runs and putting opponents on their heels.
This strategic importance was vividly demonstrated in August 2026, when Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride delivered a historic performance. McBride shattered the WNBA single-game record by sinking an astonishing 10 three-pointers in a commanding victory over the Dallas Wings on August 9, 2026. This remarkable display not only secured a crucial win for her team but also etched her name into the league's record books, highlighting the explosive potential of elite perimeter shooting.
While McBride stands alone at the top, a distinguished group of players has come remarkably close to her record, achieving the rare feat of nine three-pointers in a single WNBA contest. Rhyne Howard of the Atlanta Dream accomplished this impressive milestone twice in 2025, first against the Los Angeles Sparks on September 5, and again versus the Chicago Sky on June 13. Other elite scorers to reach nine three-pointers include Arike Ogunbowale, who did so for the Dallas Wings against the Indiana Fever on September 1, 2024; Jewell Loyd of the Seattle Storm, achieving it against the Washington Mystics on July 11, 2023; and Kelsey Mitchell of the Indiana Fever, who joined this exclusive club against the Connecticut Sun on September 8, 2019.
The list of players who have dominated from long-range, hitting eight three-pointers in a single game, is extensive and features many of the league's most prolific scorers. This group includes rising star Caitlin Clark, who achieved eight three-pointers for the Indiana Fever against the Chicago Sky on August 23, 2026. Kayla McBride herself also appears on this list with an eight three-pointer game against the Phoenix Mercury on June 7, 2024, demonstrating her consistent long-range prowess. Other notable performances at the eight-three-pointer mark include Rachel Banham (Phoenix Mercury vs. Phoenix Mercury, July 14, 2024), Sabrina Ionescu (New York Liberty at Atlanta Dream, June 9, 2023), Jewell Loyd (Seattle Storm at Los Angeles Sparks, June 3, 2023, and at Las Vegas Aces, August 14, 2022), Diana Taurasi (Phoenix Mercury vs. Indiana Fever, September 3, 2020; at Chicago Sky, June 1, 2017; at Tulsa Shock, May 25, 2010; and at Houston Comets, August 10, 2006 – showcasing her remarkable longevity), Leilani Mitchell (Phoenix Mercury at Washington Mystics, July 30, 2019), Renee Montgomery (Atlanta Dream at New York Liberty, August 12, 2018), Shekinna Stricklen (Connecticut Sun at Dallas Wings, July 22, 2018), and Riquna Williams (Tulsa Shock at San Antonio Silver Stars, September 8, 2013). These performances underscore the evolving skill set in the WNBA and the increasing reliance on precision outside shooting.