A Scout’s Eye: Kobe Bryant
By Mike Garcia
Dec 8, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant (24) shoots over Toronto Raptors small forward Landry Fields (2) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
His jumpshot is flat. Flat jumpshots never arc higher than the top of the backboard square at its peak. This was especially evident on the pull up jumper against Landry Fields from 19′. Jab step. Pull-up. Any 3-point attempt after that shot made it especially obvious his legs aren’t under jump under his jumpshots. He would look more comfortable with a set-shot, just to get more lift and proper follow-through.