Tyler Herro Shines as 2025 NBA 3-Point Contest Champion
Alright, let’s talk about the man of the hour—Tyler Herro! The Miami Heat sharpshooter just made history by claiming the 2025 NBA 3-Point Contest title, and let me tell you, it was an absolute spectacle. Going up against some of the league’s best long-range shooters, including two-time defending champion Damian Lillard, Herro stepped up when it mattered most and walked away with the trophy.
Now, heading into this contest, all eyes were on Lillard. The guy was chasing a legendary three-peat, hoping to join the exclusive club of Larry Bird and Craig Hodges as the only players to win three straight 3-Point Contests. But fate had other plans. Lillard struggled in the first round, managing just 17 points—way below his usual standards. That left the door wide open for someone else to take the crown, and Herro was ready to seize the moment.
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The first round saw Buddy Hield light up the scoreboard with a jaw-dropping 31 points, sending the Golden State crowd into a frenzy. Herro, meanwhile, just barely made it past the first round, finishing third and sneaking into the final round. But once he got there, it was game over.
In the championship round, Herro came out firing, setting the tone early with a strong 24-point performance. The pressure was on his competitors, and while Hield and Darius Garland put up a fight, neither could catch him. Hield, in particular, had a rough start and needed a near-perfect finish to force a tie. He came close—nailing four out of five of his final Moneyball shots—but it wasn’t enough.
Herro joins an elite list of Miami Heat players who have won this event, alongside Glenn Rice (1995), Jason Kapono (2007), Daequan Cook (2009), and James Jones (2011). He’s officially cemented his place among the best shooters in the game.
This win wasn’t just about adding another trophy to his resume—it was a statement. Tyler Herro has been a key player for the Miami Heat, and this victory proves he can go toe-to-toe with the best shooters in the league. With All-Star Weekend wrapping up and the second half of the season ahead, one thing’s for sure—Herro’s confidence is sky-high, and Miami fans have every reason to be excited.
What a night, what a performance—Tyler Herro, take a bow!
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