when did 3 point shot start in nba
Three-point field goal In the 1979–80 season, after having tested it in the previous pre-season, the NBA adopted the three-point line despite the view of many that it was a gimmick.[4] Chris Ford of the Boston Celtics is widely credited with making the first three-point shot in NBA history on October 12, 1979. Kevin Grevey of the Washington Bullets also made one on the same day.
NBA playoffs The NBA playoffs are a best-of-seven elimination tournament annually held after the National Basketball Association's regular season to determine the league's champion.
Flagrant foul The NBA enacted its flagrant foul rule in the 1990-91 season,[1] to deter contact which, in addition to being against the rules, puts an opponent's safety or health at risk.
2017–18 NBA season The preseason began on September 30 and ended on October 13.