There are very few players I can’t think of that can get to the basket and finish as effectively as Zion. What is he doing technique-wise that makes it look so easy? The moves leading up to the finish seem different than other players approach to driving, but I can’t put my finger on it. Some of his finishes are spectacular, especially working through double teams, but most are very basic drives that just involve a single fake to get the defender moving one way, then slash to the hole.

The part I think is unique is that he pivots and jumps at the basket in both the vertically and horizontally direction, doing it very far and fast. I think he using every bit of extension coupled with his vertical. And adding to that, he is always looking for the rebound after his shot or a block, plus he has great touch and offensive IQ positioning his body making it all very unguardable.

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    1 year ago

    Exceptionally quick for his size, including his first step. Because he’s so big, he just needs to get a bit of a step on guys and then his big body ensures they can’t get a good challenge or block. He also has a nice touch around the rim and is a hell of an athlete. The left handedness also helps a bit I think.