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NBA Jump Shot Density for 23 Seasons

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The 2020-21 NBA season tips off tomorrow night with nine games!

2020 has certainly presented its challenges, and it’s been no different for the sports world. In the National Football League, several games have had to be rescheduled this season due to several positive COVID-19 cases from around the league. Earlier this season in the NBA, the entire league moved their games to what became known as the “NBA Bubble,” which was an isolation zone at Walt Disney World in Bay Lake, Florida, with the purpose to protect the NBA players for the remainder of the season.

NBA Jump Shot Density for 23 Seasons from r/DataArt

Jump shots are one of the most exciting parts of the action in the National Basketball Association, and this very interesting graphic from /u/Alexander_Varlamov and CoolBlueData.com takes a look at the jump shot density in the NBA for a span of 23 basketball seasons (it begins with the 1997-1998 NBA season). Some of the greatest jump shooters in the history of the NBA are actually active today, including Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors, Kyle Korver of the Milwaukee Bucks, and Kevin Durant of the Brooklyn Nets.

As the animated timeline ticks past the 2003-2004 season, a shift in how the game is played becomes obvious—players have become much more likely to go for three-pointers than in the past. By 2016-2017, it had become the vast majority of shots, and in the 2019-2020 season, the map seems to indicate that two-pointer jump shots have become a true rarity in the game of basketball. Teams know that three-pointers can win championships, and if you can hit them consistently, the extra points can really add up!

Currently, the longest successful jump shot in the history of the National Basketball Association was 89 feet (27 m), and it was hit by Baron Davis on February 17, 2001. Davis made the shot with just 0.7 seconds remaining in the third quarter of a game at the Bradley Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin against the Milwaukee Bucks. Baron Davis played for the Charlotte Hornets at the time, and also spent time with the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Cleveland Cavaliers, and New York Knicks over the course of 15-season NBA career.

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Timeline Charts the Development of Communications Technology

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Humans are unique because of our sophisticated ability to communicate with one another. What we’re doing right now is a perfect example. Chartistry is showing you the timeline created by the Ooma team who used data from universities and libraries to create a visual representation of changing communications technology. They communicate it to us through pictures and words expressed through pixels, brought to us all by the connective power of the Internet, allowing you to learn something new in a matter of minutes. That alone is an impressive feat of communication! So, how did such a complex system of communication become commonplace? Well, this timeline shows us. A series of pivotal inventions and developments brought us from the first cave paintings to the 5g phone in your pocket.

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The ultimate timeline of communication technology

The timeline starts in 100,000 BC and takes us all the way to present day, highlighting the most important communications technology with an image of each development, a description of why it made an impact, and the date it emerged. Along this long, winding path, we find inventions like the printing press. This creation allowed the written word to spread further and inspired more humans to learn to read. The telegram emerged centuries later inspiring the revolutionary first telephone in 1876.

After the telephone, radio waves opened all new avenues of communication by ushering in the age of radio broadcast and television, allowing humans to keep up with news all over the world. This concept was, of course, perfected by the Internet connecting humans on a global scale. This timeline highlights how deeply humans are driven to connect with each other.

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The Evolution of Baby Names: A Century of Trends

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Even though approximately 10,000 babies are born each day, the act of naming holds significance. Some parents want a unique name for their child, while others want to follow tradition. Names serve as a window into the cultural zeitgeist, reflecting societal values, historical events, and pop culture influences of their time.

This chart from Kremp shows us that over the past century, we’ve witnessed a fascinating metamorphosis in naming preferences. In the 1920s, traditional monikers like John, William, and Mary dominated the charts, often inspired by religious figures or historical figures. Fast forward to 2023, and we see a shift towards more diverse options such as Liam, Noah, Olivia, and Emma.

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The Top 10 Boy and Girl Baby Names Every 10 Years for the Past 100 Years

This evolution could reflect broader societal changes. The decline of once-ubiquitous names like John and Mary might indicate a move away from strict religious influences while the rise of names like Mateo and Luna suggests an increasing embrace of multiculturalism.

Interestingly, some names have displayed remarkable staying power. James, for instance, has maintained its popularity across generations, briefly falling out of favor only to resurge in recent years.

The world of girl names has seen even more dramatic shifts. The top names of 2023 are notably different to those of a century ago. As we examine the trends Kremp showed us on their colorful and fun chart, remember that names show us what parents valued when gifting their child with their name. Whether drawing inspiration from beloved fictional characters, honoring family traditions, or simply choosing a name that resonates, naming continues to be a deeply personal and meaningful act.

 

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Chart Highlights Recalls in the Automaker Industry

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When it comes to automobile safety recalls, the manufacturers with the highest recall counts are most often those that have had recurring issues spanning multiple years. This chart created by Automotive Touchup highlights the auto manufacturers that have issued the most safety recalls in recent years.

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Which Auto Manufacturers Have Had The Most Safety Recalls?

As stated in data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Ford Motor Company has had the highest number of recalls since 2010 with a count of 545 total. Many of these recalls had to do with Ford’s airbags, electrical systems, fuel systems, powertrains, and other components.

Not far behind Ford Motor Company is Forest River with a total of 527 recalls since 2010. Forest River is the largest manufacturer in the United States for recreational vehicles and trailers. The size and complexity of an RV means there are more areas throughout the vehicle where issues could arise. Therefore, Forest River’s vehicles are more susceptible to errors that could require safety recalls than traditional automobiles.

Chrysler, also known as Stellantis since a merger with brands like Dodge and Jeep in 2021, has had 514 recalls since 2010. As one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the United States, their number of recalls is nearly proportionate to their share of the U.S. automobile market. Daimler Trucks North America ranks fourth with 465 safety recalls, mostly due to the steering and electrical systems in their trucks.

Despite being the largest automaker in the United States and seeing increased sales in recent years, General Motors comes in only fifth place. Hopefully, they will continue this drop in the number of safety recalls of their vehicles in upcoming years.

 

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