three-pointer
Americannoun
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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
Earlier in the fourth quarter, Jared McCain drilled a three-pointer to tie the score at 92-92.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2026
His first postseason points come in a 26-second flurry that includes a three-pointer and an alley-oop dunk off a pass from his father in Game 3.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2026
The 41-year-old played 45 minutes and four seconds, hit the game-tying three-pointer with 13.6 seconds left in regulation and had a team-high 29 points, 13 rebounds and six assists.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 25, 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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