In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins delve into the complexities of teaching and executing shooting in the NBA, using the Cleveland Cavaliers as a primary focus. They discuss how shooting is a highly individualized skill, influenced by mechanics, mentality, and confidence. They also explore the difference between raw repetition and situational practice, the teachability of touch, and ultimately conclude that confidence is the most crucial, and fragile, component of a successful shooter.

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Episode ID: 1000732279470

GUID: 1f1b5f0c-ab2b-11f0-89a8-c31a291c3a3f

Release Date: 17/10/2025, 14:30:00