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The Biggest Shot in NBA History

Kyrie Irving's 3-pointer in Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals was the biggest shot in NBA history, according to recent analysis. The shot had the highest championship probability added and led Cleveland to its first sports championship in over 50 years.

Kyrie Irving's 3-pointer in Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals was the biggest shot in NBA history.
Irving's shot had the highest championship probability added, according to recent analysis.
The shot was statistically worth more than any other shot due to a lack of competition.
Cleveland's win probability before the shot was 50.2%, but increased to 82.3% after the shot.
The shot led Cleveland to its first sports championship in over 50 years.

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