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4 Good Shots In Basketball

There are many different shots a player can take in a basketball game. These four are the most common and the ones that coaches prefer you to use. These four good shots help to ensure you will actually make the basket and limit on court antics.

Understanding how to make each of the four shots will help you to be able to play from anywhere on the court. You will improve your ability to make shots and your overall average of baskets. Knowing these shots allow to you to be the best player possible.

Shot #1: Set shot

The set shot is made from a standing position with both feet on the ground. It is used the most often and is usually the first shot a player will be taught when learning the game. It is also the shot that is used for free throws.

Shot #2: Jump shot

The jump shot is made in the air while jumping. The ball must be shot while you are in the air. If the ball is not shot before your feet touch the ground, then it is a foul. This type of shot is good for getting over a defender because it allows elevation. It gives a shot more power and range then a typical set shot.

Shot #3: Layup

The lay up is a motion shot. It is made while the player runs and jumps towards the basket. Most often in a lay up the backboard is used to guide the ball into the hoop. The player will come from the side of the hoop to make a lay up.

Shot #4: Slam dunk

The slam dunk is one of the most exciting shots in the game. People love to watch a slam dunk. It is a power shot and requires the ability for a player to reach the basketball hoop in order to actually put the ball into the basket. It can be done from almost any angle, but is usually a straight on shot at the basket.

It requires a player be able to completely avoid the guard and get good access to the hoop. The player will get height so he is over the hoop and the ball is thrown down instead of up as with most other types of shots.

These four shots are not the only shots that can be made in the game. There are other shots that are commonly used, but coaches will try to get players to use these four shots as much as possible. That is because these four shots allow the player more control and accuracy. Most of the time these shots will result in scoring when used by players who have practiced them regularly.

Other shots can be less accurate and more of time wasters than an actual game move. Coaches are always thinking about doing what will result in a score. Some players, though, are more interested in showing off and they will take the risky shots instead of the tried and true shots. Your choice.

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