Similar to last off-season, Kings fans have been clamoring for a glimpse of Tyreke Evans’ preseason jump shot. A few weeks ago we saw Evans at the Goon Squad Classic and although he scored over 50 points and hit plenty of jumpers, his distinct upper body fall-away was back. That is not what we saw today.
Analysis
Tyreke Evans has made a major adjustment in his stance. As opposed to his customary lean, Evans has staggered his feet. This adjustment seems to be giving him the desired torque in his upper body, while improving his balance and consistency. Evans needs to continue to work with this mechanical adjustment to develop muscle memory. There will probably be times where he reverts to his old form during games due to fatigue or lack of focus, but this is the most substantial change we have seen in his form to date.
If you watch closely, when Evans begins shooting from the top of the key, you can see his body fighting the new form. His natural instinct is to cock his chest back before his delivery. You can also see how the adjustment has smoothed out his release motion and added consistency to his stroke.
James Ham provides coverage through news analysis and in-depth interviews with Kings players and staff. James is also one of the producers behind the award-winning, independent documentary "Small Market, Big Heart". James graduated UC Davis with a degree in history and is happily married with two children.
excellent analysis! The good thing is, when he gets tired, and has knocked down two or three of these, he will have more lanes to drive to the hoop, which he can do in his sleep. If he can take this on the court, he’s going to be scary good.
Timothy
He already can shoot like this.. Ive seen videos his rookie year showing this off.. Problem is he doesnt take what he learns in practice, ie Form, Follow through, and it doesnt translate to the NBA. Hopefully he can finally break out of the mold, that he cant shoot. Cause we all know he can.
Sacto_J
I noticed last year that he still started his shooting motion with the ball almost behind his head, which is horrible form. Great to see he’s starting his shooting motion with the ball in front of his face on a consistent basis. Good shooting is all about sticking to fundamentals and form…
Tyreke Evans shows off his new jumper
3Similar to last off-season, Kings fans have been clamoring for a glimpse of Tyreke Evans’ preseason jump shot. A few weeks ago we saw Evans at the Goon Squad Classic and although he scored over 50 points and hit plenty of jumpers, his distinct upper body fall-away was back. That is not what we saw today.
Analysis
Tyreke Evans has made a major adjustment in his stance. As opposed to his customary lean, Evans has staggered his feet. This adjustment seems to be giving him the desired torque in his upper body, while improving his balance and consistency. Evans needs to continue to work with this mechanical adjustment to develop muscle memory. There will probably be times where he reverts to his old form during games due to fatigue or lack of focus, but this is the most substantial change we have seen in his form to date.
If you watch closely, when Evans begins shooting from the top of the key, you can see his body fighting the new form. His natural instinct is to cock his chest back before his delivery. You can also see how the adjustment has smoothed out his release motion and added consistency to his stroke.
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James Ham provides coverage through news analysis and in-depth interviews with Kings players and staff. James is also one of the producers behind the award-winning, independent documentary "Small Market, Big Heart". James graduated UC Davis with a degree in history and is happily married with two children.
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