What happened
Nyadiew Puoch's 23-foot three-point jumper missed with 1:18 remaining in the third quarter. The score stood at 53-67 at the time of the attempt. The miss kept the deficit at 14 points entering the final stretch of the period.
Why it matters
Late third-quarter possessions often shape the momentum carried into the fourth, and an unconverted perimeter attempt at this margin denies the trailing side a chance to close the gap before the final frame. A 14-point hole forces the offense to lean harder on outside shooting, which raises variance.
What to watch
Watch whether Puoch continues to take volume threes in the fourth quarter and whether the trailing side can trim the deficit before the final media timeout.