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Learn the Jumpshot

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How do you shoot a jumpshot?

Learn the Jumpshot

Make sure you have the proper, comfortable stance and balance. See the rim. Extend your wrist backwards. The basketball should rest on your fingerpads. Try to keep your elbow in and under the ball. Use your legs to get lift... the longer the shot, the more you use your legs. As you reach the peak of your jump, the ball should be coming out. Raise the ball smoothly and in one, fluid motion. Finish high with your arm to get good "arc" on the shot. Snap your wrist and hold that follow through to get the backspin you need for a "shooter´s touch".

   

Comments

9/12/2006 7:53:44 PM
joe momma said:

this is a good tip


1/23/2007 1:37:02 PM
dOYOU said:

THIS TIP IS USEFUL. I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLE WITH MY SOOTING. tHANK YOU FOR THE TIP.


3/17/2007 6:32:55 PM
jed said:

your tip really help my improve I've scored more than 20 point a game from your tip thanks.


4/2/2007 12:20:38 PM
biggestfankobe said:

this is a good example of a basic jumpshot


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9/25/2010 7:08:34 PM
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