It would be pretty boring to watch a basketball game with no interesting moves at all. As we all may know, basketball is a game where players can learn different moves whether as a strategy or simple moves to give the crowd excitement. But here are common moves that we often times see during a basketball game not because players want to impress the crows but because it is part of the real thing. These are four common ones that will ensure the accuracy of the player's shots.
One, jump shot is one of the very common moves we see when we watch any basketball game whether local or international or whether amateur league or professional league. It is simply just present and every player knows how to do this. This shot is done while the player jumps up and in the air. In other words, you release the ball from your hands while you are in the air and not otherwise. If you still hold the ball when your feet touch the ground, then it is considered traveling already or an error. Players can take advantage over an opponent during the elevation process especially if it is one of the mismatched one meaning, you are taller than the one guarding you but is also a disadvantage if otherwise.
Two, layup shot is the second most common basketball move in any basketball game. More often than not we see this during a fast break which means you bringing down the ball on the front court with no one guarding you. This shot as I have said is made when you are in motion, well not necessarily fast breaks but when you are on the move. It is done when the player runs toward the basket, jumps and shoots the ball while on the air. Personally, I find it very easy if I use the back board to aid me during layups because it ensures direct to the hoop ball and usually the player shots from either side of the board.
Three, set shot is the third most common shot we see. This shot is made while the player is on his feet standing. Usually we see this when nobody is guarding the player hence the name set shot. This means that when somebody was left unguarded and receives the ball in a pass. You can often distinguish this as a shot made by players who are completely relaxed and at ease with their shooting. They seem to gain momentum first before releasing the ball unto the air. This shot is also probably the one being taught first by coaches. However, it is noteworthy to mention that this is one shot being made during free throws.
Four, slam dunk is the last among common shooting moves during a game. But not every player can do this especially those who can not jump higher or are physically limited by their height. Most point guards could not do this shot. However, you can see this among centers and forwards. This is also the most exciting move people love to watch all the time.
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