By Dr. John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC The elite NBA shooter can make 90% of free throws, 50% from the field, and 40% of their three-point shots. Nine players in NBA history have accomplished this sharp shooting feat of efficiency and consistency in a season. Steve Nash (Phoenix Suns) has done this four times, […]
By Dr. John R. Mishock Today’s elite-level basketball player needs high-level athleticism with elite-level skills in shooting, ball handling, and passing. When I was growing up, it was a common belief that lifting weights would make you too bulky and tight, negatively impacting your shooting form and accuracy. Some basketball coaches and trainers still hold […]
By Dr. John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC In today’s game of basketball, a high-level player must have sprint speed, vertical and horizontal jumping ability, first-step-quickness, explosive change direction movements, physical strength, and balance to endure and compete at the highest level. The player needs to have all of these attributes and be able to […]
