Top 10 Most Missed Shots In Nba History

In the illustrious history of the NBA, there have been countless missed shots that have left audiences in awe. From near-misses to heartbreaking buzzer-beater attempts, these moments have become woven into the fabric of the game, forever etched in our memories. Join us as we take a walk down memory lane and revisit the top 10 most missed shots in NBA history.

1. Michael Jordan’s Shot Over Craig Ehlo (1989)
In the first round of the 1989 NBA playoffs, Michael Jordan faced off against the Cleveland Cavaliers. With just seconds left on the clock, Jordan took a jump shot from the free-throw line and famously soared over Craig Ehlo for the game-winning basket. However, this iconic moment wouldn’t have come to be if Jordan had missed his shot.

2. John Stockton’s Missed Three-Pointer (1997)
During the 1997 NBA Finals between the Utah Jazz and the Chicago Bulls, John Stockton had a chance to send the series to a seventh game. With the Jazz down by two points in the final seconds of Game 6, Stockton attempted a three-pointer that rimmed out, securing the Bulls’ victory and their fifth championship.

3. LeBron James’ Missed Layup in Game 2 (2018)
In Game 2 of the 2018 NBA Finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers were down by one point with less than five seconds remaining. LeBron James drove to the basket for a game-winning layup attempt, but it was thwarted by Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala, resulting in a missed shot and a Warriors victory.

4. Kobe Bryant’s Airball Game (1997)
Kobe Bryant is known for his countless game-winning shots, but earlier in his career, he had some misses as well. In Game 5 of the 1997 NBA playoffs, a young Bryant attempted four consecutive airballs in overtime against the Utah Jazz, which eventually led to the Lakers’ defeat.

5. Ray Allen’s Missed Three-Pointer in Game 6 (2013)
In Game 6 of the 2013 NBA Finals, the Miami Heat were on the brink of elimination against the San Antonio Spurs. With just seconds remaining and the Heat down by three points, Ray Allen was able to gather a critical offensive rebound and hit a game-tying three-pointer, which ultimately helped the Heat secure a victory in overtime.

6. Reggie Miller’s Missed Game-Winning Attempt (1995)
Reggie Miller was known as one of the greatest clutch shooters in NBA history, but even he had his off days. In Game 1 of the 1995 Eastern Conference Semifinals, Miller missed a potential game-winning three-pointer against the New York Knicks, leaving Pacers fans with a bitter taste of defeat.

7. Chris Webber’s Time-Out Controversy (1993)
In the 1993 NCAA Championship game between the University of Michigan and the University of North Carolina, Chris Webber found himself in a desperate situation. With just 11 seconds left on the clock and Michigan down by two points, Webber called a timeout that his team didn’t have, resulting in a technical foul and North Carolina securing the win.

8. Manu Ginobili’s Missed Dunk Attempt (2007)
During the 2007 Western Conference Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the Phoenix Suns, Manu Ginobili drove to the basket for a potential game-winning dunk. However, Suns’ forward Shawn Marion extended his arm and blocked the dunk attempt, leading to a missed shot and the Suns claiming the victory.

9. Vince Carter’s Missed Dunk Attempt (2000)
In the 2000 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, Vince Carter put on one of the most memorable performances in basketball history. However, his best dunk attempt came in the second round when he attempted a 360-degree windmill dunk which ultimately ricocheted off the rim, leaving the crowd in shock.

10. Chris Paul’s Missed Game-Tying Layup (2015)
In Game 7 of the 2015 Western Conference Semifinals, the Los Angeles Clippers were down by two points with seconds remaining. Chris Paul drove to the basket for a game-tying layup attempt that was blocked by the Houston Rockets’ Josh Smith, resulting in a missed shot and the Rockets advancing to the next round.

FAQ:
1. What is the most famous missed shot in NBA history?
2. Was Michael Jordan’s shot over Craig Ehlo considered a miss initially?
3. How many times did Kobe Bryant airball in the 1997 playoff game against the Jazz?
4. How did the missed dunk attempt by Vince Carter affect his Slam Dunk Contest performance?
5. Did the missed layup by LeBron James cost the Cleveland Cavaliers the championship in 2018?
6. Has Reggie Miller hit any game-winning shots in his career?