What happened: Brandon Miller scored 39 points with six rebounds, three steals, two blocks and five 3-pointers to lead Charlotte to a home win. The 39 points marked a He reached 500 career 3-pointers in his 170th game, the second-fastest mark in NBA history.

Why it matters: The 500-three milestone places him among the fastest shooters to the mark in league history. The outburst follows the five-year, $209M extension agreed Oct. 19, cementing his role as Charlotte's cornerstone wing.

What to watch: Charlotte continues its early 2026-27 schedule with Miller anchoring the wing rotation. His 3-point volume is now the early measure for his climb up the club's career list.