I don't think the mid-range shot is a lost art, but more of a shift in how teams prioritize scoring. The three-point revolution has taken over because of its higher value, but players like Kevin Durant and DeMar DeRozan prove that the mid-range game still has its place, especially when it's executed with precision and in key moments. The mid-range shot offers versatility and is a valuable counter to defenses that overemphasize the three-point line. It’s not outdated—it’s just less frequent in today's pace-and-space, three-point-heavy style. The evolution of the game doesn’t mean the mid-range is gone, it just needs to be used more strategically.