How to Shoot a Basketball

Using the BEEF technique

B - Balance
E - Eyes
E - Elbows
F - Follow Through

BALANCE
Balance is an important step to shooting a basketball. Your feet should always be shoulder length apart. Make sure feet are planted firmly on the ground. Always make sure your feet have a firm foundation before you shoot. Also make sure your knees are bent and you a squared up to the basket. (facing it directly)

EYES

What you are looking at when you shoot is also important. You should pick a spot on the basket to look at for a aiming spot, and look at it every time you shoot. This will help your shooting a lot.

ELBOWS

Placement of your elbows will also help your shot. You should keep them at a 90 degree angle with the upper arm, which is closest to your shoulder, at the basket.

FOLLOW THROUGH

You should let the ball roll gently off your fingers, and after the ball has left your fingers, they should be pointing at the basket. Some people say to make a "diving swan" or "swan neck" with your arm.