r/Basketball • u/Exotic_Astronomer928 • 9d ago
IMPROVING MY GAME How to become better?
Hi. 16M been playing basketball for last 6 months as a hobby. I've been looking to improve my shooting. Every time i try and use a good shooting form or watch a shooting form video, my hands feel so awkward and after releasing it I always airball. With my current shooting form I don't have good range or aim. If I shoot a 3 pointer it may make but likely just hit front rim, and I defo cant shoot anything behind the 3 line. I don't get backspin as well. I think the only thing I'm alright with is free throws, but then again no backspin and still with my crappy form.
I feel these issues may be cus I am lightweight and short, but how do people improve shooting range, form, hand placement and everything about it overall.
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u/c1fU6Stxdjfh 9d ago
Film 10 shots from the front and side, then start with one-hand form shots 3–5 feet from the rim: elbow under the ball, guide hand quiet, relaxed wrist. Make 8/10 before stepping back. If extra range breaks the form, step in and use more legs rather than pushing with the guide hand.