Most important skill you need to master in basketball is how to correctly shoot a basketball. The object of the game is to make the ball in the hoop. With the right form and habits, you will be well ahead of the game.
Having the Right Stance
Keep your feet shoulders with apart and slightly staggered. Put your shooting foot slightly ahead of non-shooting foot. For example, if you are a right handed shooter, it would be your right foot. Your feet should be turned 10 to 45 degrees towards your off hand side.
Bend your knees slightly
By slightly bending your knees, it will be easier for balance. Bending your knees can help you be in position to jump as soon as you have the ball.
Turn more in the air and jump forward, keeping your shoulders back, if you need to shoot a longer shot. Most of your power comes when you’re turned and your shoulders are relaxed. practice jumping zero to 90 degrees without the ball to work on your turn.
Holding the ball correctly
Dip the ball down to your waist. The ball and eyes should be looking straight at the basket. Shooting hand under the ball to launch the ball with your non-shooting hand place on the side of the ball. Leave space between your palm and the ball so the ball can be able to roll off your finger tips. Position your elbow under the ball, not to the side.
Shooting the ball
Straightening your knees and jump. Using your legs will help propel the ball, jump slightly forward having your shoulders leaned back and relaxed. After shooting flick your wrist towards the basket, like you are reaching in a cookie jar. Follow through is a huge part of shooting.
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