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The 3 point shot was added in 1987, that year Steve Alford (Indiana) led the Nation in 3 point accuracy!

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Click on the 'History of the Three Pointer' link on this page to learn about the history of the three point shot.

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It depends what league you're talking about. In the NBA it was added in 1988. In College Basketball I think it was added in 1989.

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The three point line became a permanent rule in the 1980-1981 season.

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The Southern conference tested the line in the late 70s.

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I wanna say '85.

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It was extended in 2007

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its about in the 80's

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1986

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When was the three point shot added to Texas high school basketball?

The three point line was added for the 1987-88 season in Texas high schools.


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