Coach Castellaw has his "triple tap" and 180 degree turn, designed to keep the shooter low and balanced.
This video examines energy transfer with the hop, momentum, hip loading, appropriate arc (45 degrees), and follow-through (wrist). Study your video.
NBA 100. Dame Lillard's range-busting drill. "In a new drill called “NBA 100” that Beckner designed to test shot-making and endurance, Lillard starts by hitting as many consecutive shots as he can from the right corner, earning one point for each make. When he misses, he steps forward into the midrange and hits as many shots as he can until he misses. Then he takes a layup before repeating the process at the right wing, the top of the arc, the left wing and the left corner.
A winning score is 100 points. The record, set by one of Beckner's other NBA clients was 207.
The performance coach, who has been with the Blazers since 2013, crafted a program that would provide Lillard a better base for his long shots.
The routine focuses heavily on the lower body, including dead lifts, lunges, and single leg exercises. Lillard also did targeted work to address his hamstrings and calves while also attending hot yoga sessions to hone core strength and flexibilitiy. With Kenyon preaching the virtues of mindfulness, Lillard began taking 10 deep belly breaths while laying on the ground to practice centering himself after strenuous exertion."
Coach Castellaw examines Trae Young's lower set point and one motion shot. He also emphasizes his shot preparation.
Summary:
Range building involves both physical and mental preparation.
Study your mechanics on film.
Lillard worked on his legs and core to extend his shooting.
A fluid, "one-motion" shot informs extended range.
There's no shortcut. Drills like "NBA 100" test your skill.
Be a tracker. Monitor your performance in practice.
Lagniappe: And this.
Lagniappe 2: 251 (the record is higher now)
Rotate around. For example, start in the right corner, make one from each spot. You must repeat the corner shot to rotate back.
