How to be better at basketball : Shooting

Shooting

How to be better at basketball

Shooting isn't necessarily all about technique , if you look analyze some of the greatest shooters of all time ; Michael Jordan , Ray Allen Reggie Miller. You will notice all of them shoot differently yet they are all great shooters. " There are 3 qualities that will you instantly a great shooter"(Wilson 23).

1. Fast Release : when shooting more than likely someone will be guarding your shot so it is important to be able to shoot before there guard is up.

2. Accuracy : Being able to shoot with accuracy and bank it.

3.Consistency : Need to be able to use and do the same routine to make the shot

Using these 3 qualities will result in a better shot overall , it will not matter if the shot is ugly or not .

Here are the steps James Wilson includes on shooting :

1. Get into triple threat stance to shoot / Shooting Stance 
2. Hold the ball with fingertips with optimal control 
3. Have arms in 90 degree hooks 
4. Rising Up Stay in same position , and stay straight.

Here you can see me using proper form to shoot a free throw.

🏀Long Range Shots🏀

When doing Long Range Shots , like 3 pointers , elbow shots . You have to set up for the shot before you receive the ball . You can try standing in the triple threat stance with one foot back to step into the shot . Like above ^^

One tip James Wilson says in the book , is to always be ready to take the shot. If you are not ready it increases the chance of it being blocked by a defender .

Here we see Alexis not ready to take the shot.

This is a BAD HABIT , When shooting it is important to remember the three qualities

Questions : Are you a good shooter have you used any of these qualities while shooting ?