Heads up Kobe Bryant! Research shows that trying for another 3-pointer is a mistake

Wednesday, December 7, 2011 - 11:00 in Mathematics & Economics

Basketball fans everywhere recognize the following scenario: Their favorite player scores a three-point shot. A short time later he regains control of the ball. But does the fact that he scored the last time make him more likely to try another three-pointer? Does it change the probability that he will score again?

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