Sikma improves three-point shooting from three to 82 in one season
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Jack Sikma's shooting prowess dramatically improved from the 1987-88 season, where he made just three three-pointers, to the following season when he recorded 82. His exceptional foul shooting percentage of 84.9 and league-leading 92.2 in 1987-88 prompted the team's coaches to encourage his three-point shooting during games. This significant transition illustrated his evolution as a player and the changing dynamics of shooting in the league.
- •Jack Sikma made three three-pointers in 1987-88.
- •He shot 82 three-pointers in the 1988-89 season.
- •Sikma led the league in free throw percentage in 1987-88.
- •The team's coaches encouraged him to shoot more threes.
- •Sikma's transition exemplifies the evolution of basketball shooting strategies.
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