How to shoot a basketball properly

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By martymar4883
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You will learn how to shoot a basketball properly and effectively!

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Step 1

Start with your feet shoulder with apart and feet squared to the basket.
Step 2

Keep elbow in at your side with your arm at a 90 degree angle.
Step 3

Make sure to keep your eyes focused on the back part of the rim and not to follow the flight of the ball in the air.
Step 4

Bend your knees slightly in a down up motion.
Step 5

Follow through with a quick but soft snap of the wrist at the top of your jump.
Step 6

Make sure to keep your follow through until the basketball reaches it's destination.