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I had no problem with my 3pt range before but now i can only shoot behind a standard high school/college 3pt line. Id love to get back to shooting from NBA 3pt easily.
any tips?
any tips?
How to improve 3pt range?
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I had no problem with my 3pt range before but now i can only shoot behind a standard high school/college 3pt line. Id love to get back to shooting from NBA 3pt easily.
any tips?
any tips?
- Sep 1, 2008
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Practice.
- Sep 1, 2008
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Practice.
- Jul 4, 2004
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Pretty sure it's a repetition thing. Put up a bunch from the same spot, then take a step back and do it again using the same exact form. I haven't ever come close to having a consistent NBA 3pt range shot though, so I'm sure someone else can offer better advice.
- Jul 4, 2004
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Pretty sure it's a repetition thing. Put up a bunch from the same spot, then take a step back and do it again using the same exact form. I haven't ever come close to having a consistent NBA 3pt range shot though, so I'm sure someone else can offer better advice.
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OP I got the same problem... Until today. Everytime I lose my shot or my feel, I always do this routine. Here's what you do:
Stand right in front of the hoop in the key. Start putting up small shots, 2-5fters (without jumping). This takes very little time because you're in the key and the ball won't roll off anywhere. Once you make about 20-30, you start getting your feel for the ball and how it should go in. When putting up those 2-5ft shots, you're basically working on your follow-through.
Once you have your arms warmed up, move on a little further. Whenever I arrive on the court, my arms feel tired. Once you put up those shots, your arm will feel stronger, and you'll be shooting from long range easier.
When you're feeling your shot/follow-through, move to the ft line and put up some shots. Once you get about 10 in, move to the 3-pt line and it should be easier.
What this warm-up does is:
-Gets your follow-through right
-Get a feel for the ball
-Strengthens your arms
-Envision the ball going in the hoop
This routine works like a charm for me
Good luck.
Stand right in front of the hoop in the key. Start putting up small shots, 2-5fters (without jumping). This takes very little time because you're in the key and the ball won't roll off anywhere. Once you make about 20-30, you start getting your feel for the ball and how it should go in. When putting up those 2-5ft shots, you're basically working on your follow-through.
Once you have your arms warmed up, move on a little further. Whenever I arrive on the court, my arms feel tired. Once you put up those shots, your arm will feel stronger, and you'll be shooting from long range easier.
When you're feeling your shot/follow-through, move to the ft line and put up some shots. Once you get about 10 in, move to the 3-pt line and it should be easier.
What this warm-up does is:
-Gets your follow-through right
-Get a feel for the ball
-Strengthens your arms
-Envision the ball going in the hoop
This routine works like a charm for me
- Jun 4, 2010
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OP I got the same problem... Until today. Everytime I lose my shot or my feel, I always do this routine. Here's what you do:
Stand right in front of the hoop in the key. Start putting up small shots, 2-5fters (without jumping). This takes very little time because you're in the key and the ball won't roll off anywhere. Once you make about 20-30, you start getting your feel for the ball and how it should go in. When putting up those 2-5ft shots, you're basically working on your follow-through.
Once you have your arms warmed up, move on a little further. Whenever I arrive on the court, my arms feel tired. Once you put up those shots, your arm will feel stronger, and you'll be shooting from long range easier.
When you're feeling your shot/follow-through, move to the ft line and put up some shots. Once you get about 10 in, move to the 3-pt line and it should be easier.
What this warm-up does is:
-Gets your follow-through right
-Get a feel for the ball
-Strengthens your arms
-Envision the ball going in the hoop
This routine works like a charm for me
Good luck.
Stand right in front of the hoop in the key. Start putting up small shots, 2-5fters (without jumping). This takes very little time because you're in the key and the ball won't roll off anywhere. Once you make about 20-30, you start getting your feel for the ball and how it should go in. When putting up those 2-5ft shots, you're basically working on your follow-through.
Once you have your arms warmed up, move on a little further. Whenever I arrive on the court, my arms feel tired. Once you put up those shots, your arm will feel stronger, and you'll be shooting from long range easier.
When you're feeling your shot/follow-through, move to the ft line and put up some shots. Once you get about 10 in, move to the 3-pt line and it should be easier.
What this warm-up does is:
-Gets your follow-through right
-Get a feel for the ball
-Strengthens your arms
-Envision the ball going in the hoop
This routine works like a charm for me
- Jun 2, 2010
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i do this all the time
its just that im not used to shooting all the way from NBA 3pt line basically other than that shooting aint a problem
- Jun 2, 2010
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i do this all the time
its just that im not used to shooting all the way from NBA 3pt line basically other than that shooting aint a problem
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It doesnt have much to do with building strength or anything like that its just a matter of repetition and shooting quicker. The faster you shoot while keeping your form will allow you to develop a deeper shot consistently.
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It doesnt have much to do with building strength or anything like that its just a matter of repetition and shooting quicker. The faster you shoot while keeping your form will allow you to develop a deeper shot consistently.
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I think it's about the follow-through. A great shooter has the same follow-through no matter where he shoots from. He just needs to put his legs into it.
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I think it's about the follow-through. A great shooter has the same follow-through no matter where he shoots from. He just needs to put his legs into it.
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Are you missing short, long, left or right??
Should work up ur shoulders...
Should work up ur shoulders...
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Are you missing short, long, left or right??
Should work up ur shoulders...
Should work up ur shoulders...
- Jun 2, 2010
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I mean while leaning a tiny bit and trying real hard i can hit the shot or just rim out. Im talking about being able to shoot it easily.
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I mean while leaning a tiny bit and trying real hard i can hit the shot or just rim out. Im talking about being able to shoot it easily.
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benjamin stone
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I'm not arguing with IYE, but I think strength is important if you're looking to increase your range. I found a direct correlation between my strength training and range. Once I increased my strength a little I wasn't forcing the NBA-range-and-beyond shot - I was simply stroking it.
I do agree with you though IYE, that fast repetition is probably more important than anything. I'm short, white, (getting old) and I live behind the line - nothing beats reps. Same form, every time, from everywhere behind the arc. And always, ALWAYS know in your mind that the shot is going in. Always.
My form, I know this isn't the same for everyone (e.g. Shawn Marion, FTW):
-Feet shoulder width apart, but comfortable. Not flat footed, but not on the tiptoes either. Balanced.
-I put slightly more weight on my right foot (right handed shooter).
-I don't go too deep into a squat on my jump, just bend the knees, and as I'm doing so I bring the ball up.
-As my knees are pushing back up I'm bringing the ball forward just to the right of my eyes, then slightly above them, but out in front of my head, not above it.
-Wrist cocked back, almost so my thumb is touching my right temple. (can't get cocked as far back comfortably as Nash though, that guy's a freak)
-As I start to jump, my arm moves up, then moves forward. I like to have the follow through completed by the apex of the jump, some people like to start their follow through at the apex. I can't jump that high, so I let it go ASAP, LMAO. More of a set shooter with minimal jump, if that makes sense.
-I use my index finger, and my middle finger to create rotation. Ball should be on the fingertips, not in your palm, as you really fling your wrist and create rotation with index/middle finger. Follow through and hold it, don't short your shot. It's not a pose. It's a follow through.
-What do you look at though? Personally, I try to see the front of the rim. Oddly, the less I see of it, the more likely my shot is to go in. It needs to be automatic. Sometimes If I'm really slumping, I like to get a nice long look at the rim and stay on it all the way through my follow through, though. Some people try to find the back of the rim, or use the back and front to judge where the middle is - that's all personal preference.
I probably could have deleted that whole description and just typed "Steve Kerr."
I do agree with you though IYE, that fast repetition is probably more important than anything. I'm short, white, (getting old) and I live behind the line - nothing beats reps. Same form, every time, from everywhere behind the arc. And always, ALWAYS know in your mind that the shot is going in. Always.
My form, I know this isn't the same for everyone (e.g. Shawn Marion, FTW):
-Feet shoulder width apart, but comfortable. Not flat footed, but not on the tiptoes either. Balanced.
-I put slightly more weight on my right foot (right handed shooter).
-I don't go too deep into a squat on my jump, just bend the knees, and as I'm doing so I bring the ball up.
-As my knees are pushing back up I'm bringing the ball forward just to the right of my eyes, then slightly above them, but out in front of my head, not above it.
-Wrist cocked back, almost so my thumb is touching my right temple. (can't get cocked as far back comfortably as Nash though, that guy's a freak)
-As I start to jump, my arm moves up, then moves forward. I like to have the follow through completed by the apex of the jump, some people like to start their follow through at the apex. I can't jump that high, so I let it go ASAP, LMAO. More of a set shooter with minimal jump, if that makes sense.
-I use my index finger, and my middle finger to create rotation. Ball should be on the fingertips, not in your palm, as you really fling your wrist and create rotation with index/middle finger. Follow through and hold it, don't short your shot. It's not a pose. It's a follow through.
-What do you look at though? Personally, I try to see the front of the rim. Oddly, the less I see of it, the more likely my shot is to go in. It needs to be automatic. Sometimes If I'm really slumping, I like to get a nice long look at the rim and stay on it all the way through my follow through, though. Some people try to find the back of the rim, or use the back and front to judge where the middle is - that's all personal preference.
I probably could have deleted that whole description and just typed "Steve Kerr."
benjamin stone
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I'm not arguing with IYE, but I think strength is important if you're looking to increase your range. I found a direct correlation between my strength training and range. Once I increased my strength a little I wasn't forcing the NBA-range-and-beyond shot - I was simply stroking it.
I do agree with you though IYE, that fast repetition is probably more important than anything. I'm short, white, (getting old) and I live behind the line - nothing beats reps. Same form, every time, from everywhere behind the arc. And always, ALWAYS know in your mind that the shot is going in. Always.
My form, I know this isn't the same for everyone (e.g. Shawn Marion, FTW):
-Feet shoulder width apart, but comfortable. Not flat footed, but not on the tiptoes either. Balanced.
-I put slightly more weight on my right foot (right handed shooter).
-I don't go too deep into a squat on my jump, just bend the knees, and as I'm doing so I bring the ball up.
-As my knees are pushing back up I'm bringing the ball forward just to the right of my eyes, then slightly above them, but out in front of my head, not above it.
-Wrist cocked back, almost so my thumb is touching my right temple. (can't get cocked as far back comfortably as Nash though, that guy's a freak)
-As I start to jump, my arm moves up, then moves forward. I like to have the follow through completed by the apex of the jump, some people like to start their follow through at the apex. I can't jump that high, so I let it go ASAP, LMAO. More of a set shooter with minimal jump, if that makes sense.
-I use my index finger, and my middle finger to create rotation. Ball should be on the fingertips, not in your palm, as you really fling your wrist and create rotation with index/middle finger. Follow through and hold it, don't short your shot. It's not a pose. It's a follow through.
-What do you look at though? Personally, I try to see the front of the rim. Oddly, the less I see of it, the more likely my shot is to go in. It needs to be automatic. Sometimes If I'm really slumping, I like to get a nice long look at the rim and stay on it all the way through my follow through, though. Some people try to find the back of the rim, or use the back and front to judge where the middle is - that's all personal preference.
I probably could have deleted that whole description and just typed "Steve Kerr."
I do agree with you though IYE, that fast repetition is probably more important than anything. I'm short, white, (getting old) and I live behind the line - nothing beats reps. Same form, every time, from everywhere behind the arc. And always, ALWAYS know in your mind that the shot is going in. Always.
My form, I know this isn't the same for everyone (e.g. Shawn Marion, FTW):
-Feet shoulder width apart, but comfortable. Not flat footed, but not on the tiptoes either. Balanced.
-I put slightly more weight on my right foot (right handed shooter).
-I don't go too deep into a squat on my jump, just bend the knees, and as I'm doing so I bring the ball up.
-As my knees are pushing back up I'm bringing the ball forward just to the right of my eyes, then slightly above them, but out in front of my head, not above it.
-Wrist cocked back, almost so my thumb is touching my right temple. (can't get cocked as far back comfortably as Nash though, that guy's a freak)
-As I start to jump, my arm moves up, then moves forward. I like to have the follow through completed by the apex of the jump, some people like to start their follow through at the apex. I can't jump that high, so I let it go ASAP, LMAO. More of a set shooter with minimal jump, if that makes sense.
-I use my index finger, and my middle finger to create rotation. Ball should be on the fingertips, not in your palm, as you really fling your wrist and create rotation with index/middle finger. Follow through and hold it, don't short your shot. It's not a pose. It's a follow through.
-What do you look at though? Personally, I try to see the front of the rim. Oddly, the less I see of it, the more likely my shot is to go in. It needs to be automatic. Sometimes If I'm really slumping, I like to get a nice long look at the rim and stay on it all the way through my follow through, though. Some people try to find the back of the rim, or use the back and front to judge where the middle is - that's all personal preference.
I probably could have deleted that whole description and just typed "Steve Kerr."
yeeupp
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Funny but this is a good tip.. works with your confidence but it sounds like some b.s though... can't lie
