Three-pointer

Three-pointer:
A three-pointer, three-point shot , or simply three is a field goal in a basketball game, made from beyond the three-point line , a designated semi-ellipsoid arc radiating from the basket . A successful attempt is worth three points, in contrast to the two points given for shots made inside the three-point line.

The traditional three-point play occurs when a shooter successfully scores a basket while being fouled, and then scores the ensuing single free throw . The phrase "and one" is commonly used to signify that the shooter's basket was good and that a single free throw will be awarded, indicating a possible three-point play.

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