Football (Soccer) did something similar. Before that is was 2 points for a win, 1 point each for a draw. In 1981 they made it 3 points for a win, and the spor

Football (Soccer) did something similar. Before that is was 2 points for a win, 1 point each for a draw. In 1981 they made it 3 points for a win, and the sport has had substantially more offensive play since.