Shooting Skills
Shooting Percentages Remain the SAME
Copyright 2009 The New York Times Company

What does this chart tell us?
Several things:
Free throw shooting has not increased over the last 60 years.
Field goal shooting has increased 12%. This is because the game is now played above the rim with many more dunks.
A majority of players cannot make over 50% of their 3-point shots.
Several solutions from nationally recognized coaches:
Spend more time in the gym shooting competitively.
Shoot with a purpose – which shots do you shoot in a game, shots at game speed, shots when you’re tired.
Have teammates and/or coaches watch your form – it must be consistent.
Use a proven shooting device to perfect your form.
Participate in effective shooting drills.
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