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Shooting
Discipline and footwork
The first thing I look at with a shot is the discipline of it. Is it consistent? Is the player following through? Is he landing on balance? Does he have consistent footwork? A lot of times, players can improve their shooting percentages just by being consistent and discipline with their shots without changing their shooting form at all.
Contested shots / Game shots
There is definitely a place for spot shooting and getting a lot of repetitions. However, players don’t get too many wide open shots in the NBA. That’s why I think it is important for players to shoot shots that are contested in workouts, as well as shots that replicate the shots they get in games.
Time or Goal Pressure
I also like to put a time limit or a goal to reach on shooting drills. I believe it puts players under some pressure, which makes each shot more game like.
Drives
Change of Speed
Players do not have to be extremely quick to be able to drive. Their acceleration and deceleration are more important than their top speed. Being able to go from slow to fast in a split second is the key to penetrating defenses. Some players have it naturally, but it can also be worked on. Luka Doncic and James Harden are great examples of the efficiency of deceleration.
Straight drives
The fastest path between 2 points is a straight line between the two. Basketball is no different. When 6’11 shot blockers are coming to beat your shot off the backboard, any tenth of a second to the rim is precious. Players should try to get to the rim in the straightest line possible. When
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