EPISODE · Mar 29, 2021 · 6 MIN
Don’t be afraid to take risks
from Motivational Mondays · host Dr. Casuel Pitts
In basketball, going for a three point shot is more risky, because the chances you will make the basket are lower. But the payoff for the three point shot is higher than for a layup. An analysis of risk-taking in basketball (going for more 3 pointers), found that when a team is winning and their lead is decreasing, they tend to become risk-averse. And not taking enough risks can be costly.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivational-mondays--4180173/support.
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In basketball, going for a three point shot is more risky, because the chances you will make the basket are lower. But the payoff for the three point shot is higher than for a layup. An analysis of risk-taking in basketball (going for more 3 pointers), found that when a team is winning and their lead is decreasing, they tend to become risk-averse. And not taking enough risks can be costly.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/motivational-mondays--4180173/support.
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