Player 3-Point Field Goals (including overtime)

 is a player prop bet in basketball where you predict how many three-point shots a specific player will make in a game, with overtime included in the final count.

This market is very popular in leagues like the NBA because many modern players specialize in long-range shooting.

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What Is a 3-Point Field Goal?

A 3-point field goal is a shot scored from behind the three-point line, worth 3 points instead of 2.

Players known for this skill include shooters like:

• Stephen Curry
• Klay Thompson
• Damian Lillard

Because these players attempt many long-range shots, bookmakers often create special betting markets for their 3-point totals.

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How the Bet Works

Bookmakers set a line (number) for the player’s total three-point shots made.

You bet either:

• Over – The player makes more than the set number
• Under – The player makes fewer than the set number

Overtime counts toward the final result.

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Example 1: Over Bet

Game:
Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers

Bet Market:
Stephen Curry – Over/Under 4.5 Three-Point Field Goals

Your Bet:
Over 4.5

Match Result:
Curry makes 6 three-pointers

Outcome:
Bet Wins

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Example 2: Under Bet

Game:
Milwaukee Bucks vs Boston Celtics

Bet Market:
Damian Lillard – Over/Under 3.5 Three-Point Field Goals

Your Bet:
Under 3.5

Match Result:
Lillard makes 4 three-pointers

Outcome:
Bet Loses

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Example 3: Overtime Scenario

Bet:
Klay Thompson – Over 3.5 Three-Pointers

End of Regular Time:
Thompson made 3

Overtime:
He makes 1 more

Final Total: 4

Outcome:
Over wins because overtime counts

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Smart Betting Tips for Player 3-Point Markets

Check the Player’s Average

Look at the player’s average 3-pointers per game.

Example:
If Stephen Curry averages 4.8 threes per game, betting Over 3.5 can be valuable.

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Analyze Opponent Defense

Some teams allow more 3-point attempts.

Example:
Teams that defend poorly on the perimeter increase the chance of Over bets.

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Look at Player Minutes

Players who play 35–40 minutes have more chances to shoot threes.

Bench players often have lower totals.

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Check Recent Form

If a player has made:

• 5
• 6
• 4
• 7

three-pointers in recent games, their shooting form is hot.

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Consider Game Pace

Fast-paced teams (like the Golden State Warriors) create more possessions and more shot attempts.

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Advantages of This Bet

Focuses on one player instead of the whole game
High odds in player prop markets
Overtime can help Over bets win

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Conclusion

Player 3-Point Field Goals (Including Overtime) betting is a popular basketball prop bet where you predict how many three-pointers a player will score in a game. Because overtime counts and many modern players shoot frequently from long range, this market offers excellent betting opportunities when you analyze player form, minutes, and matchups.