In the case of the league's internal line to learn three-point long-range shooting and open up space for the team, we can't ignore the pioneers and pioneers of the old era who tried and worked hard to change people's traditional perceptions and liberate the function of big men. In that era full of "prejudice" and even "isolation" in positions, it was they who were the first to bravely make changes under people's disapproval, and used their success to enlighten people about the feasibility of new paths, and looked forward to the advent of the small ball era. So, who are these good tall pitchers? Let the grand master take you to see it!
no.7
Arvidas Sabonis
Long-range shooting ability: 2 stars
Wow: 5 stars
As a well-deserved Hall of Famer and idol of Dayao, sabonis the elder was the first European player to cross political factors and land in the NBA major leagues. Although by the time he joined the Blazers, Europe's greatest interior player was dying of old age and a pair of knees was close to scrapping. However, with his amazingly delicate basket skills and strong body, he showed people other strengths as a good center in addition to his sense of strength. Especially when it comes to tandem teams and long-range shots. When people saw that this bulky European tower could fire on the outside, they couldn't help but be amazed. Although he averaged fewer than one three-pointer per game in his career, the elder Sabonis proved the possibility of an interior shooter. As a pioneer, he deserves to be remembered.
no.6
Al Harrington
Long-range shooting ability: 4 stars
Wow: 3 stars
As a reliable scoring tool familiar to veteran fans, Al Harrington was one of the first players to learn to develop three-pointers, that is, to start honing their three-point abilities after entering the league. As a forward swinger, he is 2.06 meters tall and appears more in the position of the big forward in the game. In the atmosphere of the league at that time, unless it was a talented star like Kukoc, the big forwards responsible for firing outside the three-point line were functional players like Key Mr. Horry. However, Harrington went his own way. From the 06-07 season, Harrington began to be a stable outside musket, averaging more than one three-pointer per game. In the 08-09 season with the Knicks, the highest of his career, he averaged 20.7 points per game and averaged 2.4 three-pointers per game with a 36% shooting percentage. It can be said that he and Jamison are the watchmen before the arrival of the era of big pitchers. At the same time, he has always been a scorer above the league's average level.
no.5
Robert Horry
As a big pitcher of the old era that fans are most familiar with besides the King of Notian, Horry lived up to the reputation of "Mr. Lucky", and repeatedly helped the parent team hit a desperate three-pointer at key moments in the playoffs, taking away the game victory. Whether it's in Houston, Los Angeles, or in San Antonio in his later years, even if he can't be reused by the coach in the regular season, when it comes to the playoffs, Holly is the most trusted Mr. Big Heart on the team. Although he has always been crowned with the hat of "holding his thigh", however, without him, the history of the league may not have developed in the direction of the present. Although the playoff three-point shooting rate is only 36% of the qualified level, however, as mentioned earlier, Horry's most terrifying thing is the ability to hand the knife at key moments. With him, with Cole, it's no wonder the Spurs at the beginning of the century were so stable.
no.4
"Great Prophet" Andrew Bynum
Long-range shooting ability: 1 star
Amazing level: 5 stars +
As a prophet player who foresaw the arrival of the era of small balls in advance and the big players to improve their long-range shooting ability to open up space, Andrew Bynum actually only shot 9 times in the official arena and only hit 1 three-pointer. However, the great thing about Bynum compared to more big three-point shooters is that he made such an eye-catching proposition at the time, and it sparked debate and discussion about whether a big long-range shooter, especially a rim-guarded center used to protect the interior, should shoot long-range: Does a big man who has never practiced long-range shooting need to practice after entering the league? Is it really not good for the team that the big center who should be standing under the basket pulls out and shoots three points? However, the whimsical Bynum was repeatedly snubbed and ridiculed for this idea at the time, and even severely criticized by his master "Tiangou" Abdul-Jabbar, coupled with the team's future positioning of him as a low-level killer like O'Neal the Shark. The ambitious Bynum did not continue to develop his long-range shooting ability. But from the present point of view, this idea, which was considered rather stupid by people in the past, is actually a very forward-looking proposal. Bynum, on the other hand, deserves to leave a name on this list.
no.3
"Jazz Salute" Memit Oku
As the most troublesome opponent of the Yao Mai group and one of the "big villains" in the youth memories of Rockets fans, Oko has played the role of a very threatening outside turret in his career. What is even more worth mentioning is that compared to other high-scoring shooters, he is an excellent big man who inherits the classical playing style of his predecessor Sabonis, and is extremely rare to combine the protective frame with the long-range shot. His height of 2.11 meters provides him with an excellent field view. In addition, the highly impactful gold combination of Delong and Boozer can also open up space for him. The 36% hit rate can also be said to be a stable threat point. It can be said that when Dayao faced him that year, he also suffered a lot. However, it is lamentable that the peak of the center, who is supposed to create more stories, is too short. After suffering injuries, he chose to retire at the golden age of 32.
no.2
"German tank" Dirk Nowitzki
Long-range shooting ability: 5 stars
As one of the greatest big forward players in the history of the league, the greatest basketball player in Germany and even Europe, and the first foreign MVP player in the history of the NBA, Nowitzki has left us with too many legends and classics worthy of praise. Among them, his superb archery skills are the most unforgettable part. In addition to his signature Golden Rooster independent and unsolvable shooting, his huge threat at the three-point line cannot be easily forgotten or even ignored. Unlike great forwards of their time, such as Garnett and Duncan, although Norten king did not have a strong dominance on the defensive end, his range covered the three-point line area. It can be said that at the peak, like Kobe Bryant, no player can prevent him from full fire, and can only achieve limitations. And if you can't even do the limit, 11 years of heat is the final end. While three-pointers are just one point in his flamboyant offensive style, the 11th-highest total goal in league history has proven that he will, and must be, the best he can be, no matter what aspect of scoring.
no.1
"The Forgotten Shooter" Antoine Jamison
Back-to-back slashed 50+, Mr. 20,000 points, the best sixth man, and the peak Kobe Bryant in the same game. In fact, Jamison is a player who is grossly underrated. As a big forward with endless scoring methods and extremely strong offensive ability and desire, he has amazing shooting skills and basket skills. At the same time, Jamison, who can contribute 18.5 points and 7.5 boards per game in his career, is also a trusted insider candidate for the team. In addition, he can contribute an average of 1 three-pointer per game, which is also a huge threat to the outside. Aside from the weakness of the defensive end, the dedicated big forward is hardly faulty. In addition, at his peak, his scoring explosive power made people once compare him with the great names of Kobe, Maddie, and Arenas! The miracle of cutting 50+ back-to-back is still talked about by fans... The only pity is that due to bad luck, the veteran who has played in the league for 16 seasons has only played 46 playoff games, of which the best result is only a second round. It can be said that he is forgotten by the fans, which is both helpless and deserved.