Rick Pitino wants St. John’s to let it fly amid 3-point struggles

On Friday, manager Rick Pitino urged his players to “let it fly.” Stop worrying about mistakes. Ignore the percentages. If you get a 3-point shot, release it. This came after St. John's attempted a season-low nine 3-pointers and made two of them in a disappointing one-point loss to Creighton on New Year's Eve. “Honestly, this […]
Rick Pitino has simple explanation for St. John’s continued 3-point struggles

OMAHA, Neb. — In three Big East games, St. John's has lost by 42 points from the 3-point line. It also came in a disappointing 57-56 loss to Creighton on Tuesday. St. John's made just 2-of-9 shots from deep and only two 3-pointers after halftime, while Creighton went 9-of-26. “First of all, they weren't open,” […]
St. John’s 3-point shooting could be pivotal in how season shakes out

There was one statistic that stood out throughout the two Big East games. Depending on how you look at it, the one number that could make you believe more in St. John's or doubt Rick Pitino's team. It's a 3 point line. Despite being outscored by 21 points from beyond the arc, the Johnnies are […]
Nets can’t overcome woeful 3-point shooting in loss to Jazz

The Nets have overcome numerous injuries to key players this season and won some last-minute games to stay near the lottery deadline, but were unable to overcome poor outside shooting and sloppy play across the board Saturday night. . With Dorian Finney-Smith the latest regular out of the lineup, the Nets made just 7 of […]
St. John’s finding groove from 3-point land after early struggles

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The biggest surprise through two-thirds of St. John's trip to the Bahamas was Johnny's 3-point shooting. What appeared to be a weakness entering the season turned into a strength after a double-overtime loss to No. 13 Baylor and Virginia's rout. St. John's, ranked 22nd, has made 24 of 48 from long range […]
Knicks increased 3-point focus is finally paying dividends as wins keep coming

One of the key points coach Tom Thibodeau has emphasized with the Knicks this season — using their proficiency from the outside to increase their 3-point shooting volume — is starting to bear fruit. Monday's blowout win over the Wizards marked the second straight game in which the Knicks scored 40 tries from beyond the […]
Harris grabs 3-point lead over Trump in Michigan: Poll

Vice President Harris beat former President Trump by 3 points in Michigan, a new battleground state. Quinnipiac University Poll showed. The poll released Wednesday is a switch from another Quinnipiac poll conducted earlier this month, which found Trump leading Harris by 3 points in Michigan, 50% to 47%. was shown. The latest poll shows Harris […]
Harris holds 3-point national lead over Trump: Survey

With just two weeks until Election Day, Vice President Harris has a 3-point advantage over former President Trump nationally, according to a new poll. public opinion poll, Released on Tuesday Reuters/Ipsos data shows Harris leading President Trump with an approval rating of 46% to 43%. Compared to the previous poll conducted last week, the Democratic […]
Harris holds 3-point lead over Trump in national survey

According to one report, Vice President Harris maintains a 3 percentage point lead over former President Trump nationally. Reuters/Ipsos The poll was released on Tuesday. According to the poll, 45% of voters support Harris, compared to 42% for Trump. The last poll in September showed Harris leading Trump by 3 points, 46% to 43%. Both […]
Slotkin holds 3-point lead over Rogers in Michigan Senate race: Poll

A new AARP poll released Tuesday shows U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) with a 3-point lead over her Republican rival, former Rep. Mike Rogers (Mich.). Slotkin gets 49% support between While likely voters in the Wolverine State, Mr. Rogers won 46%. 5% said they supported another person or did not support either. Michigan's Senate race […]