During the NBA Finals, LeBron James misses a foul shot that would have given his team the lead with 10 seconds left in the game. Even though LeBron usually makes those shots during practice, he missed it at a crucial time. Why do you think this might have happened?

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Social impairment refers to a decrease in performance when individuals work in the presence of others. In this case, LeBron James may have experienced social impairment due to the high-pressure situation of the NBA Finals and the presence of the opposing team, coaches, and a large audience.

During the NBA Finals, LeBron James Misses a Foul Shot