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by wsatb 484 days ago
I think they are talking strictly about the NBA.

College players are much more inconsistent because they're younger and less experienced. There are not many 20 year olds you can depend on to consistently make 3s. There are also a lot more teams which spreads the talent pool around. In my opinion, it amounts to a more exciting product to watch, even if it's less polished.

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Yes, I agree. Love the college game. I think people don’t realize how talented NBA players really are, which sounds crazy to type - but I believe its true.
There probably are as many 20 year old college kids who can hit threes as there are pros who can hit them, but they are spread over many more teams.

Unless you have a correctable mechanical problem with your shot, the ability to hit a three point basket is more of a natural ability than a learned skill. Those guys just have incredibly good hand-eye coordination.

3 point line is also closer in college
True, but there are college players who can hit from pro range.