Pros-n-cons about doing a fade-away

Pros	Cons
Create your own vertical and horizontal space by leaning backwards The position and body posture makes the shot almost unblockable. Very easy to draw fouls when the defenders have to jump forward to contest your shot Gets defenders to come in close, giving you more space to drive A clear look to the basketball hoop	Requires extremely good wrist-eye coordination Strong legs that give rise to ample hangtime Limited shooting range because of the high level difficulty high risk of injury if your defender overexert himself to contest your shot Impossible to get follow-up rebounds

General step-by-step guide to shooting a fade-away

• Post up at the low or high post

• (assuming you are turning right for the fade-away)

• Lead with a heel pivot on your right foot

• Spin 180 degrees to the right by stepping over with your left foot

• Elevate upward and backward while holding the ball tightly

• bent your spine for the extra horizontal space

• Hold the ball just above your head

• Square up with the hoop when you have reached the highest point.

• Snap your wrist to propel the ball towards the rim.

As mentioned before, the fade-away is deadly and it can be used by all types of players. Yet, it is also universally acknowledged as one of the toughest basketball shot. If you are stronger and taller than your defender, why make a tough shot when there is an easier, more promising option? You should use your physique to your advantage and use the leaner, the mirror image of a fade-away.