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NBA stars are missing 3-pointers this season. Is a new ball really to blame?

There are a bunch of theories about why players are missing the 3-point shot this season. Is it because of a new ball, or are they just making excuses?
Paul George of the Los Angeles Clippers says the new Wilson ball doesn't feel the same as the old Spalding one.

The NBA has been tough to watch this year.

The league shooting percentage is the lowest it has been in more than 15 years, and its 3-point percentage is the worst this century.

Everyone from Jayson Tatum to Damian Lillard to Bradley Beal can't seem to find the basket.

My fantasy basketball team is in shambles. My team is shooting 43% from the

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