Recently worked w/ Patrick Robinson aka Pat Da Roc to prepare for D league tryouts on Sat. in VA.. You may have seen him on the “And 1? tour, w/ the Globetrotters or on Youtube. Tremendous balhandler who just came back from tour in China. We worked on improving his shot for an opportunity in NBA. Love working w/ folks trying to reach their dream.
One of the most important areas Lakers have advantage in is foul shooting. Although a couple of Lakers are below NBA average, 77%, Celts Kendrick Perkins and Rajon Rondo have both been very poor free throw shooter their entire careers. This may proof pivotal as series move along. Suns lost game 5 and eventually series due to 9 misses from the line.
Worked out Paul Gause, former Big East pt. guard from Seton Hall. Paul, former 3000 pt. scorer in HS and minor league pro cornerback in football, is an excellent learner eager to take his hoops game to next level. Adjusted how he received pass, footwork and follow through. With practice, he has great chance to reach his NBA dream. I look forward to working w/ him again soon
As much as I like Jameer Nelson, the Magic are gonna lose for 3rd yr. in a row due to Howard’s poor foul shooting. Watching him agonize at the line w/ 50% should make all players, teams or agents do something to not feel the same. Perhaps,The Foul Shot Doc?
As teacher, always great to see student succeed. “After my rookie season, Barry really helped me out. Not only did he work with me to correct some technical flaws in my shot, but he taught me some different ways to think about my free-throw shooting, jumper, and three-point shot. So much of the game depends on your mental approach.
Old coaching adage, “live by the jumper, die by the jumper”. As Phoenix went to zone “D” yesterday, the Lakers began firing from the outside, instead of going inside, which is their strength for easy buckets or foul shots. Result 9-32 or 28% of 3 pointers. Game decided at foul line as Suns made 21 more foul shots on 22 more attempts in 9 pt. win. Most games are decided at the foul line, usually by most clutch or accurate teams. This time by more aggressive team.
To all the college guys visiting NBA cities for workouts and interviews, it’s not too late to get together for shooting improvement. If you are visiting the Knicks, Nets or Sixers, I am in NJ. If you’d like The Foul Shot Doc to visit you at home or in some NBA city, that’s possible. I helped two NBA guys earn $73 million in contracts.
Had a really good time Friday evening doing a shooting clinic for Morrisville HS boys. Players paid attention and asked excellent questions. Changed and/or improved shooting techniques significantly. Shout out to Coach Orick Smith and Dave Reither, really caring and good guys. Look to work w/ them again real soon.
Looking forward to doing shooting clinic tonight for high school kids in Morrrisville,PA. Always fun to get on the court and help players improve their games. Doesn’t matter whether it’s little kids or NBA guys, it’s also great to lace ‘em up, hear b- balls bouncin’ and sneakers squeakin’.
Really dislike playoff format. After every other day of games, the Lakers-Suns series doesn’t start for about a week. Hate 2-3-2 games in Finals.
