dailyloe.com – Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard won the 2024 NBA Three-Point Contest on Saturday night. He successfully defended his title from the previous year. The event was held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Lillard secured his third career victory in the prestigious shooting competition. He edged out fierce competition in the final round. His win places him among the most decorated shooters in contest history.
The victory came during the NBA’s annual All-Star Weekend festivities. This marks back-to-back wins for the star guard. He is now one of only a few players with three such titles.
The contest tests players’ accuracy from five shooting stations beyond the arc. Each rack contains four regular balls and one special ‘money’ ball. The final round features a unique ‘Starry’ ball worth three points.
Lillard’s performance cements his reputation as an elite long-range specialist. The event is a major highlight of the All-Star Saturday Night schedule. It draws significant global viewership from basketball fans worldwide.[]
Source: OneSports.PH
