How to Become a Good Jump Shooter

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Bend your knees and square your shoulders to the basket

   Always make sure you are balanced when shooting.
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   Step 2: have a wide stance and bend your knees.

   Never jump to the side, forward or backwards (If you are not trying to.) ,, That means your elbow is always pointed in the direction of the basket. , Hold your follow-through until the ball goes through the hoop.
   
   All of the ball's momentum and spin should come from your wrist.
   
   The power for the shot is provided by your legs. , When shooting, think of your shot as going up and out.
   
   The balance of the two is what makes a jump shot go in. , This gives the ball backspin. , B is for balance, E is for eye, E is for Elbow and F, is for Following through.
   
   Remember to always face the basket and be balanced. , Never at the wall or have your feet pointing anywhere else than the rim.
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   Step 3: Always remember to jump straight up.

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   Step 4: Explode upward and shoot the ball on the way up.

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   Step 5: Your elbow must remain straight when shooting.

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   Step 6: Concentrate on flicking your wrist straight.

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   Step 7: A good jump shot has a high arc that reaches its highest point 2/3 of the way towards the rim.

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   Step 8: For your follow through

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   Step 9: when you are releasing the ball

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    Step 10: snap your wrist so your hand looks like you are about to put it in a cookie jar.

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    Step 11: Remember to focus on beef.

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    Step 12: Always land facing the rim.

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