The Best Training Basketball Tips That Any Player Can Ever Use

Best Tips on Shooting More Accurately

  1. Master the Basics – Stance, footwork, and grip.

    Great shooting starts with a balanced base and consistent hand placement. Keep feet shoulder-width apart, knees soft, and weight centered on the balls of your feet.

    • Stance: Toe-to-rim alignment, shoulders relaxed, core engaged.
    • Footwork: Practice jump-stops and 1-2 steps from multiple angles.
    • Grip: Fingertips on the ball, space under the palm, guide hand neutral.
  2. Perfect Your Shooting Form – Elbow in, follow-through, repetition.

    For higher shooting accuracy, lock your eyes on the target, keep your elbow under the ball, and finish with a relaxed wrist (“goose neck”).

    • Form Shots (5×10): Close to the rim, focus on arc and soft touch.
    • Set Point: Consistent release height helps create repeatable mechanics.
    • Video Check: Record 10 reps and correct elbow/guide-hand flaws.
  3. Practice Game-Like Drills – Catch-and-shoot, move & shoot, under pressure.

    Translate technique into real situations with tempo and decision-making. Add a countdown or defender to simulate stress.

    • Catch-&-Shoot Circuit: Corner → wing → top (make 5 each).
    • Move-&-Shoot: Curl, fade, and flare cuts with a quick 1-2 step.
    • Pressure Sets: 30–45s timers or score targets (e.g., 7 makes).
  4. Focus on Shooting Technique – Shoot with confidence, don’t rush.

    Confidence grows from clear routines. Use a consistent breath, dribble count, and pre-shot cue to calm nerves and improve rhythm.

    • Pre-Shot Routine: Breath → set feet → eyes → follow-through hold.
    • Arc & Alignment: Aim high; a 45°–50° arc increases make window.
    • Miss Analysis: Long/short = power issue; left/right = alignment.
  5. Improve Basketball Accuracy – Track stats, target weak spots.

    What gets measured improves. Log attempts/makes by spot and drill, then focus extra reps where your percentage dips.

    • Shot Chart: Track 5 core spots (both corners, both wings, top).
    • Make Goals: Use “5-in-a-row” or “20 makes” standards per spot.
    • Tool Assist: A rebounder like the GRIND Machine increases reps/hour without chasing balls.
  6. Build Endurance and Strength – Conditioning and strength training.

    Strong legs and a stable core keep your shot consistent late in games.

    • Legs: Squats, lunges, and calf raises (2–3×/week).
    • Core: Planks, dead bugs, Pallof presses for stability.
    • Conditioning: 10× down-and-backs or jump rope 3×60s between sets.
  7. Keep Learning – Study top players and stay consistent.

    Use film study and small weekly goals to maintain momentum. Consistency beats intensity when building long-term skill.

    • Film Focus: Shot prep, footwork patterns, and decision pace.
    • Weekly Goal: e.g., +5% corner-three accuracy or +50 quality reps/day.
    • Recovery: Sleep 7–9 hrs, hydrate, and do 5–7 mins of mobility post-session.
“Good players practice until they get it right. Great players practice until they never get it wrong.”

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