A three-point field goal is a field goal in a basketball game made from beyond the three-point line, a designated arc surrounding the basket. A successful attempt is worth three points, in contrast to the two points awarded for field goals made within the three-point line and the one point for each made free throw.
Joel Embiid shoots a three-point shot over Stephen Curry during the 2022 NBA All-Star Game.
The official scorer's report showing the first three-point field goal in NBA history on October 12, 1979
A court with multiple three-point lines in New York City. From left to right: high school distance, NCAA women's distance (before 2021–22), and NBA distance.
In basketball, a field goal is a basket scored on any shot or tap other than a free throw, worth two or three points depending on the location of the attempt on the basket. Uncommonly, a field goal can be worth other values such as one point in FIBA 3x3 basketball competitions or four points in the BIG3 basketball league. "Field goal" is the official terminology used by the National Basketball Association (NBA) in their rule book, in their box scores and statistics, and in referees' rulings. The same term is also the official wording used by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and high school basketball.
A two-point field goal scored at the basket
A shot from beyond the three-point line for a three-point field goal