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Jyungbuck asked in SportsBasketball Β· 7 years ago

What should we think about while shooting a basketball ?

I was reading the Pro Shot book and it told me not to think about making the shot but it never clearly explained what to think about

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  • 7 years ago
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    The best players don't think about anything. After taking a million jump shots, it is something that just comes naturally without thinking about anything specific.

  • 7 years ago

    I've heard most players don't really think about anything, they're just so focused on the game/shot that they don't want to be distracted by thinking about anything in particular. Thoughts might float in the back of your head, but that's about it.

  • Kirk
    Lv 7
    7 years ago

    I watch a lot of NBA basketball and heard from the color commentary this one piece of advice to making your shots: Remember to lift your heels when you go to release the ball. Avoid trying to shoot with your feet, flat-footed. When you get a little tired, you tend to not push-off for the shot.

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