Why A Lower Set Point Will Give You Logo Range

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In this video I break down the likely second most important basketball shooting technique development of the past decade - the low set point (behind only early release timing). I focus on the reason why a low set point puts your arm and shoulder in optimal positions to transfer power to the ball during the pushing phase of the shot. If you haven't guessed it, I'm a proponent of players, especially smaller (below 6'5'') wings and guards, utilizing the low set point to maximize their basketball shooting range. The basic principles do, however, transfer to larger players too.
Music:
- "Buddha" by Kontekst
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[@Inodem_]

Lebron has been hitting deep 3s lately, does that correlate to his hairline?

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

HAhahaa :D

[@roland7070]

🤣

[@onursiralitas]

He is missing 10 times for make a one

[@unclestepback3460]

Well LeBron is stronger than any of us will ever be soooo

[@tingispingis]

@@onursiralitas Did you have a stroke towards the end of your sentence

[@jebinm4706]

lol right at the hairline and shows kobe and lebron

[@Infrno]

😂😂

[@kyledenson1287]

So in other words he wants us to shoot like Larry Bird 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@kyledenson1287]

So in other words he wants us to shoot like Larry Bird 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@VibeWithRonny]

Just gave you 100 likes

[@evanyangfan]

Lebron's set point going higher each year with some occasional comebacks

[@Cantfindaz]

He said “Lebrons sey point is around his hairline” so ur saying u want us to shoot from the back of our head?

[@hoesmad3225]

mcdaddy Wild LMAO🤣

[@bastiana4622]

Underrated comment😆

[@brandotorres3635]

Hahahahaha your so comedian

[@swagelodeon]

You said the hairline right above the head on purpose lmao 😂 I’m weakkkk

[@deejaymbengar]

One thing that should be mentioned is a lot of the small guards with low set points in the nba don't really shoot midrange shots. It is hard to have a midrange game when you shoot one motion with a low set point because things are much more congested within the 3 point line. Steph Curry is a perfect example. When he gets inside 15 feet he will almost always shoot a floater rather than shoot a jumpshot. I have personally struggled with this because I've always been an excellent shooter (2 motion, eye level set point) and seeing the new wave of nba guards made me want to change my shot to emulate them so that's what I did. It did give me better range and I could hit very deep shots with pretty good consistency but the rest of my game suffered. So eventually I switched back and it honestly feels much better (for me). All this to say I don't think that shooting one motion with a low set point is universally better for smaller players, I think it really depends on how you play.

[@John1175662]

Just do both fam. When shooting a jump shot, I release higher and a little bit later as well as having slightly less arch. Then I just do the opposite from 3

[@isplash3s998]

I have multiple shots XD, my 3 is a high arc unblockable 1 motion shot like curry, and when contested from mid I hang in the air with the ball on top of my forehead, but yeah is kinda hard to come off a screen and shoot a one motion mid, so I do mostly floaters

[@hussainshahabuddin1423]

I just emulate what Kyrie does. From long 2/three point range and beyond, he has pretty much the same set point as Steph curry. He releases the ball a bit slower but that’s because he elevates slower and gets into his shooting motion slower for more consistency. But he also has a killer midrange game. Why is that so? That’s because in the midrange he puts the ball above his head and will often fadeaway or lean to buy space/time. That’s the optimal way to have range and not sacrifice your midrange game at the same time.

[@chiefcurry3743]

@@hussainshahabuddin1423Kyrie is so skilled, it's crazy

[@thebaby9094]

same dude i cant shoot midrange at all i just have no control over it so i have to.change my shot during midrange

[@eyes7054]

High set points are better for midrange because the energy for ur jump does not transfer into the shot, so it doesn’t overpower it. Low set points are great for long range because the energy from the driving force of the jump is transferred directly to the shot kind of like a box using his left for a punch.

[@thegoon3088]

since my highschool days i've shot with a single motion from 3 point range and from mid always a 2 motion shot

[@jaydee2620]

Yea it’s hard to step right in someone face from 15 ft with a low release point. I have always done the same

[@JayzsMr]

@@jaydee2620 but this kind of shot isnt a good shot anyway which you should be taking .

[@danyolooy]

Awesome content, applied it immediately and has increased my range drastically, thank you!

[@foreignactivity8340]

2:33 nah we aint finna slip pass that shot you fired at lebron😭😭

[@David-1216]

It’s so great having you make videos again, and I think it would be really cool if you make a video about shooting arcs if you haven’t already

[@cameronesparza1364]

i really like your analyses on the mechanics of shooting. very accurate and well explained

[@noyou7891]

Thanks for the video, I used to have a high set point and was really good at shooting contested shots and off balances threes, but my realease was slow ( this is why I took these difficult shots so I wouldn’t get blocked, I’m only 5’9). Then I changed my set point to a low set point, my shot is quicker, my ranged increased. So thanks a bunch

[@liangleonard4967]

I have to say it's really helpful. I adjusted mo shoot form like this video said and my 3 points improved.

[@yahemosganado5715]

This is the second vídeo I watch from your channel and I love how you analyze moves. We've been told our whole lives that our elbow needs to stand square for the shot, and none of these guys do that. Physics is important. Thank you.

[@coreyjones9769]

Thanks this was the one adjustment I needed because im 5’10 and used to have a high set point like Klay Thompson and ive been air balling and I didn’t know why but till I came across this video I tried lowering my set point like trae young and my shooting % has increased dramatically. I used to what shot mechanics but none of the videos worked. Thanks so much.

[@leonardohamdany9188]

yes.. there's no videos that explain about lower set point shoot clearly like this. I'm 161 cm tall and i feel better with lower set point. I'm Indonesian 😂🇮🇩🔥

[@devinhester5202]

Keep your high set point form just square your shoulders lock your elbows spread your fingers flick your wrist, pointer finger being the last finger to touch to ball

[@Nicholas-I]

Same

[@jaydentakungo]

@@devinhester5202 doesn’t have to be pointer

[@rorymacneil7070]

Great to see you back and thanks for another informative video!

[@nohegirmay5476]

Thanks man now i can shoot threes since i must generate alot energy from extending my arm but now i dont need to thanks to you so my range accuracy increased

[@SlickShinobiDojo]

Great vid, I'll be working on my set point! Thanks!

[@XylonSantos27]

BRO, LUKA DONCIC SHOOTING FORM BREAKDOWN 👀👀👀

[@watchnofacee]

Xylon Santos Theres no breakdown the man has a classic text book proper Jumpshot. I think with Luka it’s more innate ability that makes him knock down deep shots. But this dudes theory isn’t bad but “Logo range” can be attained is which ever way. It all depends on the shooter not the set point. Kobe, RayRay, Tmac, VC, Arenas, Harden & Luka all shoot with a High set point jumper and have deep range.

[@thegoon3088]

@@watchnofacee You're gonna have a realllyyy hard time having consistent logo range 3's with a high set point if you're 6 feet or under. Kobe, Ray Ray tmac etc etc all those were 6'4" or taller, they're big strong dudes. If you're 6 foot and skinny you should shoot 3's with single motion/low set point. That being Iverson had the same set point as kobe but iverson had crazy vert so he was able to generate mad power from his legs but yea he was more a mid range shooter and rarely ever shot threes from behind the 3 point line

[@joelnalindhom9906]

Great video! Emphasis a lot of technique which is very important and effective when learned at a young age. I'm a 42 year old recreational baller who has a high set point. But since I'm not gifted with strength to launch from deep, adjusting to a lower set point with a quick release will be very effective once mastered.

[@figgy1413]

My coach had this drill where you start behind the half court line and walk up to it and when you step on the line you shoot the ball without jumping it helps !!

[@josiahhenry367]

SO GLAD YOURE BACK!!! Best basketball youtuber EVER!

[@mxused]

Great vid! I'm 12 and 5'6 and have a very high set point and could only hit base line three at most logo but must jump to my highest after i use this, i can hit base line three without jumping at all and can now hit logo with a normal jumper thanks for sharing this!

[@AZSecondCity]

Jaren Jackson is one of those guys who's a giant but has a low set-point and it looks really awkward. But like you say in the video, most of us are closer to Trae Young's bodytype which I agree with using a lower set point. Just thought it was interesting to point out JJJ's form.

[@Rich-fk3pc]

Really nice vid. Well explained. Thanks heaps

[@mathaha2922]

Keep up the good work, Scot Shot Basketball!

[@TitoJonJon]

good analysis bro. thank u

[@r.louisconcepts8342]

You make dope videos man. Thank you

[@user-yh3bx2fm8k]

Very good video! Thank you🔥

[@hello.somebody]

Totally agree. I used to shoot with ball above my head and i cant shoot long range shot. After i changed my shooting setpoint lower, i able to shoot further

[@universalchiro]

Excellent video.

[@ytkingoffun2129]

I realize I have many set point depends on the situation! This explain why I make my shot all the time🥳

[@DJCrispyC]

Great video, i have a deadly mid range but my 3s are pretty bad. Now i see why, thanks

[@AJdada815]

2:33 pic of Lebron lol. Great vid

[@roblox-ko3vg]

Thanks for the video

[@curtisdavenport754]

Could you do a Kevin Huerter shooting form breakdown please?

[@cjmarks4996]

Bro can you please do a video on like “the complete guide to making a jumpshot” or somthing

[@KudaMan]

wow, spot on.

[@vincenttranquility3254]

I’ve been waiting for more videos :)))))

[@harry.pottered]

Very well broken down

[@anthonychan4659]

Please make a video of were to look when shooting because i have a game soon and my my only way to be effective in games is shooting

[@cristopherc.3991]

Great videos bro, I need a LaMelo Ball jumpshot video.

[@rajhansakima]

In addition to range, it can be argued that a lower set point also provides better ALIGNMENT due to being able to "see" the entire arm through to the basket - sort of like throwing darts.

[@Bamb00Stick]

I feel like it’s harder to change to a lower set point because my wingspan is too long, that’s why I shoot it above my head

[@df9918]

gold. pure gold

[@zacharymathews4897]

This video honestly comes down to guards who are smaller and weaker should have lower set points and bigger guards/forwards should have higher set points due to strength etc

[@kmfiz]

Low set point shooters like Trae and Steph use their whole body’s momentum to shoot the ball long range. It’s not just the upper body mechanics, it’s the whole body that shoots the ball.

[@DrewD748]

Also I feel a higher set point is more consistent because you have less motion which gives you less left to right movement. Its shorter movement which allows you too keep the ball on track and its more natural feeling. I use both a low to mid and high set point in my game. My 3’s are not the best but I can knock them down especially when they are uncontested, my midrange is excellent.

[@davidemvpsenigalliesi2703]

Dope!! Thank u

[@oscarsteinbjelke8647]

Great video man, do you recommend having 2 jump shots, one midrange and one 3 point and beyond?

[@gamevirus01]

You're right, nba players with low set point have no problem getting blocked because they get the shot off really quick, this is also why their shots are so effective from deep, by getting the shot off quick off the pass, you're actually transferring some of the energy/momentum from the pass into the shot, which helps tremendously.

[@giuliettonegiulione]

1:00 Kobe ❤️🐍

[@LokeSenpai]

Deserves more views and more likes nice job

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

Thanks

[@mambaclaud9800]

Can you please do a video how to effectively to readjust your shot after creating your shot and also how to properly sped up your shot to be able to handle contest better.

[@lbrodymc]

you might want to check out ILoveBasektballTV or ShotMechanics

[@loljunmin1704]

Can you do a head to toe of kemba walker pls?

[@coache2626]

Fantastic

[@Kriksis99]

Amazing video.. i'm 6"0 and skinny and had eye level set point this summer, my shot was kinda slow and i could shoot amazing from mid range and i hit fadeaways and contested shots at a high rate... but my 3 point shot was awful.. barely hit them and it made my shot inconsistent.. now my set point is nose or almost mouth level and it feels fluid and consistent.. i shoot 3's with ease because i don't have to use as much power from my legs anymore.. the only downside is that my mid range game is off a little because i used to shoot contested shots but now i have to practice my shot speed rather than my elevation.. some say have 2 set points but i find it inconsistent.. in conclusion this video helped me understand that i shouldn't copy tall athletes' jumpshots because you should have your jumpshot constructed for YOUR BODY TYPE. I shot better this whole month better with a lower set point rather than those three months with a higher set point.. hopefully more people find this channel and subscribe because you break down shooting to a science!❤️✌️

[@matrixin1999]

A lower setpoint is suitable for long-range shots but not for mid-range jump shots. You should try to use different setpoint for different ranges.

[@fitzarc5803]

@@matrixin1999 Pretty sure you still can hit mid range with low set point by your base mechanics, well that at least works for me.

[@kiLLkerL]

Watch his video on why you need 2 different jumpshots.

[@Kriksis99]

Fitz Arc it's getting better but it takes time to get used to😄

[@imakecommentsonvideos6121]

This is 100% fax

[@dinguswingus4835]

I already knew this but i still watched it

[@marsupoika1]

At 6'2" 210 lbs I like to go for more on the top of the head while on mid range and lower a bit to the face level for three. In mid range I use my legs a bit more and from three I sort of only do a toe raise and let the power come from the arm.

[@marsupoika1]

Also I feel like letting the ball fully rest on your palm helps you have more control of the ball and therefore helping your shot.

[@afrosamurai64]

Do a vid on how to be a long range shooter with a two motion shot like : gilbert arenas etc..

[@ngak9810]

Not going to lie I really loved this video

[@ryantsang7144]

godddd this helps alot

[@BrackishWaterC]

Legit information

[@chasewille3617]

Hey! Please make a Big man/Dirk Nowitzki Jump shot breakdown thanks

[@oliviermadeus9884]

He finally back

[@jinzuoni7329]

This gives me hope I predict my height to be 6’1” of 6’0” wish me luck

[@Lee-bo5pj]

goodluck bud

[@Raven55549]

You'll be taller than Chris Paul

[@aw7108]

could you explain more about the release? like which fingers the ball should come off of and where your fingers and hand should be facing in your follow through. also more depth into hand placement.

[@kamrinmurphy6052]

Ball should come off index finger or middle finger. Fingers and hand should obviously face the rim in a follow through. Hand placement is preference.

[@alejandrosanchez1513]

Can you do Jimmer Fredette shooting form breakdown please?

[@lucid_5544]

I'm trying it

[@sushh1]

dang it, if only i knew this back in high school

[@MR.CLEAN777]

i needa try this i have two different shooting form the one with my right which imo is perfect but has no range and ci cna only shoot from the midrange while my left arm is stronger but less consistent and i have no control or aim of where it but i can easily pull up from behind half court "ive been able to do that since 6th grade" but my right hand is much more consistent and has no power.

[@appraxia9995]

Hey,can u do a Derrick Rose new jumpshot breakdown video ? That one will be good

[@_Maxten]

I’m a guard with a lower set point but I don’t really shoot threes. i shoot in between 1 & 2 motion and I’m known for my good mid range shooting.

[@C_2424]

Same. I m 14 5’6 120 but also have a 6 foot wingspan

[@kobebryant2912]

I love ur channel so much

[@Sloanjr507]

What’s a video. Thanks man.

[@kiLLkerL]

Such a cute angle

[@andrewlefilms]

Just got back to watching your channel. What happened to the update video? I haven’t seen it and I’m curious

[@MrHari888]

So one thing I’m personally curious about Scot is the nature of Trae Young’s guide hand. I noticed that on his release he tucks in his thumb in a way that’s also different from how Steph does it. How does that influence his shot? I heard you talk about it in one of your videos but I still don’t fully understand the concept. Secondly, I noticed that his guide elbow flares to the side when he shoots, is that something that should be corrected?

[@David-1216]

Could you make a video about turning when you shoot? I know you’ve talked about it before but I think a full video about it could be real helpful, talking about the benefits and why people like J.J Redick and Steph Curry do it

[@ScotShotBasketball]

Yes

[@David-1216]

Scot Shot Basketball thanks dude, you’re one of the best you tubers when it comes to basketball imo

[@teramasu3956]

I have set point like trae's but I always get blocked,, so where should I keep it now

[@rbj3233]

a have a med set point for deep threes and a high set point for midrange is that any good?

[@antonioiliosu2015]

Can you speak about soft hand release?

[@jebinm4706]

yo where is that steph curry head to toe? thats gonna be ya best video ever

[@lukasgingerich670]

I'm wondering how to speed up my jump shot, could you tell me?

[@8z_ba]

and my friend says my form is weird i do completely this and hit around 50% on 2/4 shots deep

[@gianniskontos1696]

What a time to be alive when theses videos are for free in the web. Thank you!

[@quangloc3303]

Nice

[@superhogrider6251]

3:30 is there a air ball?(thompson)

[@kuunami]

Man i wish youtube was around during my basketball days.

[@kneo12]

Kyrie shooting form break down please!!

[@jash8143]

Your savantish bro(not a word but yea)

[@vanbaldensihaloho2759]

Im 5'10 have really dificulty in shoothing 3, sometimes airball, sometimes im using my left thumb to generate power its become a habit

[@artyomniccoll2776]

Please make a video about Luka Doncic shooting form

[@marieldamagon5824]

It depends also on the strength of your wrist to follow through.

[@Zyres7]

how do you have a low setpoint and have high arc/followthrough??

[@johnylopez]

a lower release gets a faster shot and greater range, but the shoting with a high release like Jordan Kobe or Allen is nicer to watch

[@clairvoyant19]

How about Joe Ingles set point?

[@user-th7hw1cy6i]

Do a Pete Maravich shooting form

[@ryanrabago6498]

Nice. But wouldnt a low set point make it easier for the defender to block you?

[@koiiev9413]

How hard should you flick your wrist when shooting?