One of the surest ways to learn how to shoot is to copy the technique of the greatest shooters. Four of the best jump shooters in the NBA are pictured above. In fact this is one of the only instructional books that shows professional players in action, shooting jump shots.
Look closely at the photos. Each player has a good jump to his shot. The ball is high overhead. The shooting elbow is flared out to the side. Each shooter is in a symmetrical, balanced position. These are the keys to a great jump shot.
This is how you can develop your shooting style, by copying the best in the NBA. A careful analysis of these shooters will reveal some common elements of their method. They are pictured throughout the book.
Balance, extension, symmetry and rhythm are the key elements of each shooter’s form. Learning how they do it, you too can have a great stroke.
In the book you will not only learn the secrets of the technique, but you will learn to think like a shooter. A great part of shooting is learning to think like a shooter. The philosophy of shooting is covered in great detail. In the final chapter “Jump Shot 101”, you will be shown the drills and techniques to shoot a pull-up jumper and to shoot on the move.
The Forward for the book is written by Mike Dunleavy, coach of the Los Angeles Clippers and Gary Boren, shooting coach of the Dallas Mavericks.
Copy the Great Shooters
Michael Finley
Ray Allen
Allan Houston
Reggie Miller
