Revealed! The sharpshooters in this year’s All-Star Three-Point Contest

Prepare for a barrage of long-range buckets and pure shooting precision as the Three-Point Contest gears up for the All-Star Game on March 17 at London’s Copper Box Arena.

This adrenaline-pumping event showcases the sharpshooting skills of some of the League’s most lethal markswomen and marksmen, promising a spectacle of skill, accuracy, and excitement.

What are the rules of the Three-Point Contest?

In the Three-Point Contest, each participant will have the opportunity to sink 25 shots from various locations beyond the arc. Here’s a breakdown of the format:

Shot Locations:
Players will attempt shots from five different locations:

  • Right-wing baseline
  • Right-wing 45-degree angle
  • Top of the arc
  • Left-wing 45-degree angle
  • Left-wing baseline

Shot Values: Each rack contains four official League game balls and one golden “money ball”. League game balls are worth three points each, while the golden “money ball” is worth six points. This means there’s a total of 90 points up for grabs.

Shooting Procedure: Players must exhaust the ball racks and pedestals in competition order before moving on to the next shooting location. Additionally, the golden “money ball” can only be shot after the four League balls are attempted. Players have 75 seconds to complete their round.

Shooting Rules: Players must adhere to the rules regarding the three-point line; they cannot start on or over the line while shooting, or the basket will not count.

Introducing the Shooters:

We can now reveal the sharpshooters who will be lighting it up from beyond the perimeter in this year’s Three-Point Contest:

These elite shooters represent the pinnacle of long-range proficiency in the League, and fans can enjoy the tense action as these players go head-to-head in pursuit of three-point glory.

Be sure not to miss out on what promises to be an incredible showcase of basketball excellence at this year’s All-Star Game. Grab the last remaining tickets now!