2007-02-24 15:16:26 · 9 answers · asked by mannyfreshmannyz 1 in Sports ➔ Basketball
A normal jump shot: Legs shoulder length apart, one hand under the ball another hand on the side of the ball. Move your arm up and push. Flick your wrist when your arm is at it's highest point. Remember to follow through.
2007-02-25 03:19:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The way I was taught was by using the word BEEF. It sounds funny but if you concentrate on it, it works. I promise.
B is for balance. Balance is key. Balance gives your more power and less wasted motion. You gain balance by having you feet about shoulder width apart. If you are a right handed shooter, have your right foot slightly in front of the left. If you are a lefty, do the opposite.
E is for eyes. Obviously, you cant hit what you aint lookin at. Keep your eye on the target.
E is for elbow. In order to have the basketball follow a straight path to the basket, the elbow must be directly in line with your lead leg. If your right handed, align it with your right knee. If your left handed, align it with your left knee. It is extremely important to have everything in line.
F is for follow through. Follow through consists of the release of the ball, where you release it, the ball rotation, and where you leave your hand. Your middle finger should be the last finger to touch the ball on the release. This gives the ball proper rotation. You should release the ball at 2 o'clock. If you rotate your arm as if it was on a clock youll see what im talkin about. The ball should be rotating backward so it will give the ball a bite and give you and extra chance for a made shot. Also, when you release the ball, leave your hand at 2 o'clock to complete the follow through.
This is how I was taught. If you learn this way, maybe you can teach someone the same way.
2007-02-24 15:54:52 · answer #2 · answered by smrtprts_07 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Something to add that no one really addressed: the only thing you are actually shooting with is your index and middle finger. Your legs and arms give the shot its force and your left hand keeps the ball stable but, the shot is all in those two little fingers. Always, always, always keep those fingers aimed square at the target after follow through. This becomes easier and more consistent with practice.
Practice this to get the feel of it: Shoot the ball straight into the air. Follow through with those two fingers (and those two fingers only) and go for a tight rotation on the ball. Keep at it until the ball consistently goes up and comes down on line and with that tight rotation. This is a great excercise and a great warmup.
Two postscripts: The guy who told you about BEEF had good points but one was incomplete. Yes, the middle finger is the last to touch the ball but, if you focus on shooting with just that finger you're shot will not be as repeatable as it is harder to stabilize a one finger shot. Also, make sure you're relaxed and your shot is smooth and easy. A tip you might try for that: focus on a soft and relaxed wrist (on your shooting hand). If your wrist is relaxed, your hand, arm, and to a large degree the rest of your body will follow suit.
After that it's reps: shot, after shot, after shot. Good Luck.
2007-02-24 21:56:31 · answer #3 · answered by space boy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Best thing to do is practice, practice, practice...mostly practice your free throws....follow threw from letting your wrist snap, then releasing the ball, after you've locked ur elbows...heres some videos...and also if u have a basketball game it's pretty similar to a regular shot...
2007-02-24 15:31:53 · answer #4 · answered by jaysonmgs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I play basketball. I usually aim for the backboard. I don't really think that there is a wrong or a right way to shoot.
2007-02-24 15:21:44 · answer #5 · answered by ashbucket 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'll get more baskets if you aim for the furthest part of the rim. People have a tendency to aim for the hoop, but you get better results if you aim for the back.
2007-02-24 15:22:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ummm.. ok i guess you got to start with the basics think of B.E.E.F that should help you with your form and how to shoo the ball. B- balance
E- elbow in
E- ear ball by ear
F- follow through/finish
2007-02-25 00:57:08 · answer #7 · answered by shortsinkerdx1@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, it depends....are you trying to shoot a free throw? if so, try tucking in your (right or left) elbow when you shoot.
2007-02-24 15:21:13 · answer #8 · answered by 70'sgrl07 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
practice, practice, practice, practice and one day you'll get it right. get some footage of some NBA games and watch their rhythm and practice
2007-02-24 15:22:04 · answer #9 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋