12 Drills to Fix Common Shooting Mistakes and Build Better Form Shooting is the most important skill in basketball. Period. Whether you’re trying to make a varsity roster or earn more minutes, the quickest way to stand out is by putting the ball in the hoop. But too many players fall into the same trap — practicing their shot without fixing the flaws that are holding them back. Thumb flicks, poor balance, line drives, inconsistent release… I’ve seen it all. The good news? Most of those issues ca