The Shot

"The Shot" typically refers to a famous moment in sports history—most notably, Michael Jordan's game-winning basket in the 1989 NBA Playoff series. It describes a crucial, often last-minute, successful attempt to score that determines the outcome of a game. Such shots highlight athletic skill, composure under pressure, and can become iconic moments. The term can also apply broadly to any decisive, skillful move or effort in various contexts, emphasizing a nerve-wracking and strategic action that leads to a significant result.