Stephen Curry was "just feeling the rhythm of the night" as he produced a record-breaking display in the Golden State Warriors 139-105 win over Philadelphia 76ers.

Curry became the first person in NBA history to go eight-for-eight on three-pointers and reach double-figure assists in a game, finishing with 30 points and 10 assists.

The league record for three-pointers is nine-for-nine but Curry's all-round performance sets him apart.

And the two-time NBA MVP, who revealed afterwards he had been a doubt for the game with a sprained thumb, said that feeling the joy of the occasion was key to his efforts.

He said: "Sometimes when you have a little injury or something that's random, it kind of forces you to focus a little bit.

"I was just free, just happy that I got to play. I was kind of unsure going into the day. I didn't get many attempts in the first half, but all four of them are really good in-rhythm shots and then from there you're kind of just flowing.

"We have been playing below-average basketball for a long time. Obviously, I take accountability for a lot of that and at the end of the day you just want to play free and have fun.

"I celebrated my first three and just to try to infuse some joy into the game, so we have to try to maintain that even if shots don't fall for a certain stretch of a game, just stay locked in."

Warriors coach Steve Kerr believes NBA fans need to "cherish" 36-year-old Curry while he is still playing.

He said: "He deserves these nights. Everything he does for us and endures. It's so fun to see him do this. Our fans and our coaches are all spoiled watching him play night after night.

"He's not going to be around forever, and he is one of the most beautiful basketball players who's ever lived. We need to cherish these nights."

The Warriors moved to 17-16 for the season, while the struggling 76ers hold a 13-19 record.