I was watching a volleyball exhibition match last year when something interesting caught my attention - Korean sporting legend Kim Yeon-koung had organized this special event featuring world-class players like Rousseaux, who at 34 was handpicked to participate. It got me thinking about how every sport has its statistical legends, which naturally led me to wonder about basketball's equivalent in the Philippine Basketball Association. Specifically, I found myself diving deep into researching who the PBA all time 3 point leaders really are, and let me tell you, the journey through these shooting records was absolutely fascinating.
When we talk about the greatest shooters in PBA history, the conversation has to start with the pure numbers. After spending hours going through historical data and watching old game footage, I discovered that Allan Caidic stands head and shoulders above everyone else when it comes to three-point shooting. The man they call "The Triggerman" made approximately 1,242 three-pointers throughout his legendary career, which is just mind-boggling when you consider the era he played in. What's even more impressive is that he achieved this while shooting at around 38% from beyond the arc over his 15-year PBA journey. I've always believed that consistency separates good shooters from great ones, and Caidic's numbers prove exactly that.
The discussion about PBA all time 3 point leaders wouldn't be complete without mentioning Jimmy Alapag, who retired with roughly 984 three-point field goals. I remember watching Alapag play during his prime, and his ability to hit clutch shots from way downtown was simply incredible. His shooting form was so pure and repeatable - something young players should definitely study. Then there's Ronnie Magsanoc, another legendary shooter who helped pioneer long-range shooting in the PBA back in the 90s. While researching, I found that Magsanoc connected on approximately 877 three-pointers throughout his career, though some records suggest it might be closer to 900. The exact numbers can get a bit fuzzy when dealing with older statistics, but what's undeniable is his impact on the game.
As I dug deeper into the statistics, I realized that modern players are starting to challenge these records. Players like Marcio Lassiter and James Yap have been steadily climbing the ranks, with Lassiter currently sitting at around 856 three-pointers and still actively adding to his total. Personally, I think Lassiter has the best chance to eventually challenge Caidic's record if he maintains his current pace for another 3-4 seasons. What makes tracking these PBA all time 3 point leaders so interesting is how the game has evolved - today's players take far more three-point attempts than their predecessors, yet the shooting percentages have remained surprisingly consistent across generations.
Reflecting on these shooting legends reminds me of that volleyball exhibition I mentioned earlier, where specialized skills were celebrated and analyzed. Similarly, in basketball, the art of three-point shooting has become such a crucial component of modern offenses. The complete list of PBA all time 3 point leaders tells a story about the evolution of Philippine basketball itself - from Caidic's pioneering marksmanship to today's volume shooters. While records are made to be broken, what these shooters have accomplished will forever be part of PBA lore. As someone who's followed the league for years, I genuinely believe we're witnessing a golden age of shooting that will likely produce new record holders in the coming years, though Caidic's legacy will always hold a special place in basketball history.
