What Makes Curry's Shot So Good?
Summary
TLDRThe video script breaks down the unique shooting mechanics of NBA star Steph Curry, highlighting his one-motion shot that differs from traditional two-motion techniques. It compares Curry's shooting angles and release with other greats like Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Kevin Durant, emphasizing Curry's extraordinary tight arm angle and early release that allows him to maintain accuracy with increased power. The analysis also touches on Curry's versatility and the nuances of his shooting form, concluding that his ability to execute such a shot under high-pressure situations sets him apart.
Takeaways
- ๐ Steph Curry is considered the greatest shooter of all time, with a unique shooting style that deviates from traditional methods.
- ๐ Curry employs a one-motion shot, which is different from the two-motion shots used by 99% of NBA players.
- ๐ The traditional shooting form, as exemplified by Michael Jordan, involves a clear 90ยฐ angle between the upper and lower arm at the release point.
- ๐ Curry's release angle is significantly more acute, allowing him to generate more power without sacrificing accuracy.
- ๐ The script compares Curry's shooting mechanics to other great shooters like Kobe Bryant, highlighting the differences in their release timing and motion.
- ๐ค The video transcript suggests that Curry's extraordinary shooting ability is due to both his one-motion shot and his early release technique.
- ๐ฅ The 2017 NBA Finals shot against the Cleveland Cavaliers is used as an example of Curry's high-arcing shots that defy the recommended entrance angle.
- ๐ Despite being shorter and lighter than LeBron James, Curry's shot angle can be 15ยฐ higher, showcasing his shot versatility and power.
- ๐ The transcript delves into the nuances of Curry's shot, including his stance, body rotation, and the slight thumb flick at the end of his shot.
- ๐ Few players in the NBA have perfected the one-motion shot like Curry, with Trey Young, Damian Lillard, James Harden, and Darius Garland mentioned as exceptions.
- ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ The challenge of executing a one-motion shot effectively in the NBA is emphasized, especially under defensive pressure and physical exertion.
Q & A
Who does the video transcript claim to be the greatest shooter of all time?
-The video transcript claims that Steph Curry is the greatest shooter of all time.
What is a one motion shot in basketball?
-A one motion shot is a basketball shot where the player releases the ball as they jump upwards, combining the bring up and release into one fluid motion.
What is the difference between a one motion shot and a two motion shot?
-A two motion shot involves bringing the ball to a set point and then releasing it at the top of the jump, whereas a one motion shot combines the bring up and release into one motion, releasing the ball as the player jumps.
According to the transcript, what percentage of NBA players have two motion shots?
-The transcript states that 99% of NBA players have two motion shots.
What is the recommended entrance angle for a basketball shot?
-The recommended entrance angle for a basketball shot is between 43 to 47 degrees.
How does the video describe Steph Curry's release angle compared to other players?
-The video describes Steph Curry's release angle as significantly more acute than other players, allowing him to get more power on his shot without sacrificing accuracy.
What is an early release in the context of a one motion shot?
-An early release in the context of a one motion shot refers to the timing of the bring up and release being so quick that it appears as a single motion, executed during the jump for added power.
What are some nuances of Steph Curry's shooting form mentioned in the transcript?
-Some nuances of Steph Curry's shooting form mentioned in the transcript include a slight tilt in his stance, body rotation as he shoots, and a slight thumb flick at the end.
Who are some NBA players mentioned in the transcript as having a quick release similar to Steph Curry?
-The transcript mentions Trey Young, Damian Lillard, James Harden, and Darius Garland as players with a quick release similar to Steph Curry.
What makes Steph Curry's shooting ability unique according to the video script?
-According to the video script, what makes Steph Curry's shooting ability unique is his ability to perform a one motion shot with extraordinary power and accuracy under high-pressure situations like being double-teamed and running off screens.
Outlines
๐ Steph Curry's Unique Shooting Mechanics
This paragraph delves into the distinctive shooting technique of NBA star Steph Curry, who is considered the greatest shooter of all time. Unlike the traditional two-motion shot prevalent among 99% of NBA players, Curry employs a one-motion shot, releasing the ball as he jumps. The video compares Curry's shooting form with that of Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Kevin Durant, highlighting the acute angle of Curry's release which allows him to generate more power without sacrificing accuracy. The paragraph also discusses the versatility of Curry's shot, exemplified by a high-arcing shot from the 2017 NBA Finals, and touches on the early release technique characteristic of one-motion shooters.
๐ฅ The Rarity and Mastery of One-Motion Shooting
The second paragraph emphasizes the rarity of Curry's one-motion shooting style in professional basketball. It points out that while shooting a one-motion shot is not inherently difficult, executing it under the pressure of professional games, against taller and stronger defenders, and while maintaining accuracy, is what sets Curry apart. The paragraph also mentions other NBA players like Trey Young, Damian Lillard, James Harden, and Darius Garland who have quick releases similar to Curry's. The summary concludes by reiterating the uniqueness of Curry's shooting ability and the difficulty of replicating his performance under the demanding conditions of the NBA.
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Keywords
๐กSteph Curry
๐กOne Motion Shot
๐กTwo Motion Shot
๐กRelease Angle
๐กEarly Release
๐กTextbook Jumper
๐กShooting Coach
๐กPower and Accuracy
๐กVersatility
๐กRecommended Entrance Angle
๐กThree-Point Demon
Highlights
Steph Curry is considered the greatest shooter of all time, breaking traditional shooting rules with his unique one-motion shot.
A one-motion shot is a technique where the ball is released as the player jumps upwards, contrasting with the two-motion shot.
99% of NBA players use the two-motion shot, making Curry's one-motion shot exceptional.
The video showcases three of the greatest shooters of all time, comparing their shooting mechanics at the moment of ball release.
Michael Jordan's shooting form is described as a textbook example, with a near 90ยฐ angle between his upper and lower arm.
Clay and Durant's jumpers are more acute due to shooting from further out, but still maintain a textbook form.
Curry's release angle is significantly more acute than other shooters, allowing for more power without sacrificing accuracy.
Curry's shot is compared to a spring, with his arms forming an extraordinarily tight angle, maximizing power and distance.
A shot Curry made against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2017 NBA Finals is analyzed for its high release and angle.
The shot made against the Cavaliers demonstrated Curry's versatility and ability to generate power effortlessly.
Curry's shot surpasses the recommended entrance angle of 43 to 47ยฐ, showcasing his extraordinary shooting mechanics.
The video discusses the importance of early release in one-motion shooting, a technique Curry excels at.
Kobe Bryant's shooting form is contrasted with Curry's, highlighting the difference in timing between the bring up and release.
Curry's mechanics involve bending his legs while keeping the ball down, then quickly bringing it up and releasing during the jump.
Other nuances of Curry's shot, such as stance, body rotation, and a slight thumb flick, contribute to his unique shooting style.
Trey Young, Lillard, Harden, and Darius Garland are mentioned as other players with quick releases like Curry's.
The transcript emphasizes the difficulty of executing a one-motion shot under the pressure of professional basketball.
The video concludes by reiterating what makes Steph Curry's shooting ability so special and unique.
Transcripts
Steph Curry is the greatest shooter of
all time but he doesn't follow many of
the traditional rules of shooting I'm
going to break down his shot for him to
help you guys understand just how
special of a player he
is so Steph's greatest difference in his
shot is that he has a one motion shot if
you don't know what a one motion shot is
it's basically a shot where you release
the ball as you jump upwards on the
other hand the two motion shot is where
you bring the ball to your set point and
then release it at the top of your junk
now 99% of NBA players have two motion
shots so let's break this down at a
mechanical level here are three of the
greatest Shooters of all time now I've
paused this video at the precise moment
when all three of them are about to
release the ball you're going to see
here that the angle between MJ's upper
and lower arm is at nearly a 90ยฐ angle
if you want a textbook jumper then look
no further than Jordan now play the
video a couple more seconds and that
jumper is about to put an end to an
entire
franchise
now both clay and Durant's jumpers are a
bit more acute than Jordan's but this is
mainly because they're shooting from
further out either way you'll notice
that there's a fair amount of separation
between those lower and upper arms each
of the shots are relatively textbook
jumpers and would make any shooting
coach squeal and Delight meanwhile let's
move to
Curry so here Curry's going to come
around his screen and receive the ball
but you see this right here this is what
separates Curry from the rest he's going
to begin his release at this point in
time and the angle his arms are going to
form is extraordinarily tight almost to
the point where he can't bend his upper
arm back any further if you compare
curage release angle with the other
Shooters you're going to find that it's
significantly more
acute if you imagine it as a spring then
it's the equivalent of compressing the
spring much further and if you've ever
taken physics then you'll know that more
distance equals more power and more
power means that Curry doesn't have to
sacrifice accuracy
he made that shot by the way but let's
take a look further here's a shot that
Curry sunk against the Cleveland
Cavaliers in 2017 NBA Finals now take a
minute to just Revel on how insane the
shot is but what makes this one
interesting is how high the shot ared I
mean for a brief moment the shot isn't
even in the frame in fact when you look
at the shot as it goes inside the basket
it makes a perfect 60ยฐ angle with the
hoop to put that in perspective this is
a shot LeBron made from a similar
distance the angle between the ball and
the hoop 45ยฐ on the dot despite being 6
in shorter and 65 lbs lighter than
LeBron he's getting an additional 15ยฐ on
his shot in fact this shot was so high
that it absolutely shattered the
recommended entrance angle of 43 to
47ยฐ now in reality Steph shot without a
6'8 250 lb Kevin Love chasing him while
the buzzer phed to zero is around 46ยฐ
which makes much more sense but what
this shot here demonstrates is one that
step shot is extraordinarily versatile
and two that he's able to get
extraordinary amounts of power on his
shot Without Really
Trying now part of this is due to that
tight angle of his arms but there's
another Factor coming into play here
which is a staple of what one motion
Shooters do the early release you see
technically there is no such thing as a
pure one motion shot because every shot
has two parts the bring up and the
release but the timing of each of these
movements is what's important here's a
look at Kobe Bryant considering that
he's shooting free throws it's about as
good of a look you're going to get on
this form you're going to notice that as
he brings the ball up his legs are going
to bend then after he gets to his set
point he's going to jump off with his
legs to release the ball in fact his
legs are almost synchronized with his
two motions on the bring up he bends and
then on the release he jumps but step
mechanics are going to work completely
differently rather he's going to start
off by bending his legs while keeping
the ball down then the entire process of
bringing the ball up and releasing it is
going to occur while he's jumping by
executing both motions of his shot so
quickly that it essentially turns into
one motion and doing it during the jump
he's going to get far more power on his
jumper now considering that Kobe
operated largely within the mid-range
makes sense why this shot worked for him
because bringing the ball up before the
jump allows him to make shots like this
but for a three-point demon like Steph
it's the other way around now there's a
lot of other nuances within Steph shot
that makes him so interesting the slight
tilt in his stance the way he rotates
his body as he shoots that slight thumb
flick at the end and if you want to get
a deeper analysis there are many videos
out there that take the science between
Steph's game to an
extreme but each of these things are
really just variations on that class
classic soy smooth one motion jumper
that so few players in the world have
truly perfected to give you some
perspective on this the only players I
can think of who have a release as quick
as steps is Trey young and maybe Lillard
Harden and Darius Garland meanwhile the
list of NBA players who shoot like this
is pretty extensive you see shooting one
motion is not hard go to any local LA
Fitness and there's a ton of people who
will pull up to the NBA line and drain a
three but doing it against 6' 10
behemoths while being double teamed and
running off two screens and no
oxygen well that's what makes Steph
Curry anyways that's all I got for today
I hope you enjoy and thanks for
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watching
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