three-pointer
Americannoun
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Late during the third quarter against Denver, Mamukelashvili dazzled with a three-pointer, a cutting dunk and a defensive rebound that led to an assist to Quentin Grimes for a three-pointer — all in 99 seconds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026
Ariel Atkins cut the deficit to 90-87 after banking in a three-pointer with 22 seconds remaining, but the Mercury made their free throws and pressured the Sparks’ offense.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Cameron Brink hit a three-pointer to get back within 12 with 7:27 left in the fourth.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Although Victor Wembanyana missed a three-pointer for the Spurs, Stephon Castle's dunk brought them back to 92-90 with 16 seconds remaining.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
We brought the ball down and as soon as Jimmy touched the ball he turned and threw up his second three-pointer.
From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers
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