A Shot That Raises Questions
As a casual observer of basketball mechanics, I’m left scratching my head at a particular player’s shooting form. It’s a sight to behold, and not in a good way. The sheer audacity of this shot has me wondering how it went uncorrected for four whole years at Marquette. And yet, here we are, with this player drafted into the 2024 NBA.
A Glimmer of Hope
To put my mind at ease, I remind myself of a few things. Firstly, this shot isn’t the most heinous I’ve ever seen. There are worse offenders out there, like Shawn Marion, MKG, Joakim Noah, and Kevin Martin. Secondly, some of those players went on to have respectable careers, so maybe, just maybe, this player can overcome their shooting form too. And thirdly, perhaps the Suns won’t ask them to take many outside shots, given their limited experience with threes in college.
The Reality Check
Despite these reassuring thoughts, I know that bigs need to be able to shoot in today’s NBA. It’s a crucial aspect of their game, and this player’s struggles in this area are concerning. For now, though, the Suns are thriving, sitting pretty at the top of the Western Conference. Mike Budenholzer’s fast-paced offense is clicking, and the team is raining down threes with ease. But I worry about the toll this pace might take on players like Durant and Beal, who could be headed for injury in the coming weeks.
A Fan’s Dilemma
As I watch my team succeed, I’m torn between enjoying the ride and worrying about the long-term consequences. For now, I’ll savor the wins and hope that this player’s shooting form improves over time.
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