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.
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