scoring

Example Sentences

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Behind double-digit scoring from all five starters, the Sparks had by far their best offensive showing of the season, shooting 63.8% during a 99-95 win over the expansion Toronto Tempo.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Cryptocurrency stocks were unable to sustain their momentum Friday after scoring a big legislative win the day before.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

It is the latest twist in a story that has taken Barry from the biggest of clubs to the smallest of League Two venues - while scoring against the Premier League champions along the way.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Kelsey Plum finishes with a game-high 27 points, but the Sparks can’t overcome five Las Vegas Aces players scoring in double figures in a 105-78 loss.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Late in the second period, it was Medicine Hat’s turn, as the team’s scoring leader, Darren Helm, fired a quick shot past Vancouver’s goalie, Tyson Sexsmith.

From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell