What happened: He also finished seventh leaguewide in total 3-pointers. His 40% clip with at least 200 makes placed him among five players in
Why it matters: The shooting leap helped Gillespie secure a four-year, $48 million deal. That commitment turns a breakout season into a long-term roster investment.
By the numbers: Gillespie made 232 3-pointers in 80 games, an average of 2.9 per game, while shooting 40.1% from deep. He added 12.7 points, 4.6 assists and 4.1 rebounds per game.
What to watch: His ability to sustain that volume and efficiency will be a focal point entering the 2026-27 season.