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:
Season 3P 3PA Pct.
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