Revealing the advanced technology that helps Stephen Curry shoot “without missing”

If long-range shooting is an art, Stephen Curry is the most talented artist who constantly seeks perfection in each work.

At the present time, the title of the greatest shooter in NBA history belongs to Stephen Curry, which is indisputable. Although he has almost monopolized all the long-range shooting records in the NBA such as the most total 3-pointers in history (3359), the most average 3-pointers in history (3.7/game), the most 3-pointers in a season in history (402), …, the Golden State Warriors star still constantly strives for perfection in each shot.

Recently, the personal trainer of the 33-year-old Thien Xa revealed the training secret that helps “Chef” Curry shoot “without missing a shot”. That is applying technology to record data on each shot to improve the player’s smallest mistakes.

“Traditional shooting practice is not hard enough for Stephen Curry. Instead, we calculate the data on each of his shots to come up with more accurate scoring options,” Coach Brandon Payne shared.

“I never have to worry about my shooting hand. Practice brings confidence. Sooner or later the killer instinct will come out” Stephen Curry’s statement shows that he values ​​​​persistence and precision in every shot

It is known that this technology was developed by a scientist named Rachel Marty Pyke. A few years ago, she created an algorithm by collecting data on the shots of 20 million different basketball players, thereby analyzing the probability of the ball going into the basket. Unexpectedly, after proposing this advanced technology to the NBA to help players improve their shooting performance, Stephen Curry quickly seized the opportunity and used it from the summer of 2021.

According to the above algorithm, a shot that misses about 12 cm from the center of the basket is still likely to become a scoring situation. But in order to reduce the maximum miss rate, Curry only allows himself to throw 8 cm off center. Even for free throws, his standard has increased to 5cm. As his ambition grows, if the ball touches the rim, the 33-year-old marksman will consider it a miss.

Despite the smart technology, the main factor that helped the Warriors star reach his current level is still hard work. Each shooting practice session of “Chef” Curry usually lasts 3 hours and takes place 5 days a week

Training with this “unique” method is of course not easy for any player. “Trying to be perfect is a mental challenge. If I miss 10 shots, I have to make 10 successful shots. That is my training principle, if you are not focused, you will pay. This creates a pressure that is almost like in the game,” Stephen Curry shared.

In addition to focusing on the accuracy of his shots, the 33-year-old star also develops his body and fitness to reduce the risk of injury and increase the power when breaking into the trapezoid area as well as the ability to withstand collisions from larger defenders. It is known that after one summer, his muscle mass increased by about 1 kg.

To achieve perfection in his playing style, Stephen Curry constantly sets higher goals and forces himself to be in a chasing position

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr shared: “He is always his own harshest critic and a student of the game. Raising his own standards motivates him to improve every day.”

The hard work has shown the amazing results of “Chef” Curry. This season, he is returning to the MVP race with the second highest average score since the beginning of the season (28.7 points/game). However, his goal is not only to win the championship and individual titles this season but to continue to maintain his perfect form for as long as possible.