Kelsey Mitchell continued her rapid climb up the WNBA’s career 3-pointers list, passing Tina Thompson to take sole possession of sixth place. Mitchell reached the milestone with her second 3-pointer of the game, raising her career total to 743. The latest move extends a notable stretch of long-range achievement for Mitchell.

What happened

Mitchell entered the game in seventh place on the career list after moving into that position July 13. Her second make from beyond the arc carried her past Thompson and into sixth, marking another step forward in less than three weeks.

The milestone is Mitchell’s second rise on the all-time list since June 19. She reached eighth place that day, climbed to seventh in July and has now secured the No. 6 position.

Why it matters

Mitchell has gained two places in just 43 days, reflecting how quickly she has advanced among the WNBA’s most prolific career 3-point shooters. Her total of 743 makes places her within the top six and gives her another established benchmark to build upon.

The climb also follows a WNBA record Mitchell set July 26. She recorded at least three 3-pointers in 11 consecutive games, establishing a new league standard for sustained production from long range.

By the numbers

Mitchell’s career total stands at 743 made 3-pointers. The decisive basket for this move was her second 3-pointer of the game, which broke her tie in the standings with Thompson and pushed her into sixth place.

Her rise from eighth to sixth required 43 days. The sequence began June 19, continued with her move to seventh on July 13 and culminated with her latest advancement.

What to watch next

Mitchell’s next opportunity will be to add to her 743 career makes and begin narrowing the distance to fifth place. No additional milestone is guaranteed in one game, but every 3-pointer will reduce the remaining gap.

Her recent movement makes the career standings an ongoing point of attention. After gaining two positions in a six-week span and setting a league record along the way, Mitchell enters her next game with sixth place secured and the next rung of the list in view.