The NBA officially adopted it in the 1989-90 season, but the idea was first thought of in the 30's and 40's
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(3, 18), (3, 18) is just one point: it does not define a line.
in 1979-80 season, the NBA adopted the three-point shot.
It is believed that the first NBA three-point shot was made in 1979. The player credited with making that shot was Chris Ford.