Bombs away
The NBA is increasingly becoming a league that emphasizes three-point scoring, evidenced by three-point attempts increasing every season since 2010-11. The first season NBA teams averaged double-digit three-point attempts was 1994-95, and attempts have shown a steady increase since. Here's a look at three-point season averages for NBA teams:
Season3P3PAPct.
2014-157.822.4.350
2013-147.721.5.360
2012-137.220.0.359
2011-126.418.4.349
2010-116.518.0.358
2009-106.618.1.355
2008-096.618.1.367
2007-086.618.1.362
2006-076.116.9.358
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