WY Network by Dwyane Wade NBA All-Star: 25 Years in the Bay, Dunk Contest Wish List & Storytime with Bill Bellamy
Feb 16, 2025
Bill Bellamy, a dynamic actor and comedian, joins the crew to celebrate 25 years of NBA All-Star Weekend in the Bay. They dive into the exciting evolution of basketball, reminiscing about Vince Carter's iconic dunks and debating this year's dunk contest contenders like Ja Morant and Zion Williamson. The conversation shifts to the artistry of three-point shooting, exploring the mental strategies it entails. Bellamy's storytelling shines as they reflect on how today's All-Stars differ from legends of the past, making for an entertaining deep dive into basketball's rich history.
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Palm vs. Fingertips
- Whether a shooter holds the ball in their palm or fingertips is a matter of preference, not a determinant of skill.
- Dwyane Wade observes that even great shooters like Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson are palm shooters and ball watchers.
Teaching Shooting
- When teaching young players, Bob recommends focusing on the ball's release initially.
- Later, shift focus to the target, preferably the net for its larger size.
Overlooked Dunkers
- Bill Bellamy highlights overlooked dunkers like Baron Davis and J.R. Rider.
- He recounts a humiliating in-game dunk by Rider.