Every kid when attempting to mold their young game should always seeks to 1) have the most convenient jumper with the best mechanics (straight arm, 90 degree angle upon forearm and bicep etc.) 2) one that helps you put the ball in the basket. I on the other hand, have kind of shyed away from that, prioritizing having the best looking jumper (with right mechanics or not) first putting convenience and efficiency behind like the setting Suns, and the extinct-bound Raptors.
The list I am about to make is not in order, rather, a collection of the top 3 best lookin' jumpshots in the NBA.
1) Kobe Bryant
When everyone asks the question, "What is the most ideal form", Kobe Bryant is the first thing that pops in the mind of most of the people today in this generation. His jumpshot is truly a staple of his game. His jumpshots are that of the off-balanced nature as fadeaways tend to be his shot of choice. The end-results always remain the same though, nothing-but-net.
2) Michael Jordan
I personally feel that mechanic-wise, Air J's form is most probably the...best. Elbow straight, seemingly unable to allow it to stick out (kevin durant) or push in (uhh that might hurt), ball not cocked back too far (michael redd :S) or to far away from lead (Leandro Barbosa), balance is unshakable and lift simply awe-inspiring...flawless really, handwoven to perfection.
3) OJ Mayo
Although OJ's mechanics are slightly off (head and shooting arm cocked back abit too far, elbow sticking out just teency weency lil bit) this young gun has an amazing looking jumper. If his jumper were a woman, it would not be that usual brand of "beautiful on the outside, unattractive on the inside", but like the other two players right above him, the beauty that is his jumpshot comes with the same results of "swish". My favorite move of his when employing this sweet jumper is a dribble move followed with a hop step to the back and as he quickly gathers his footing, follows through with his J', poetry in motion? i think so.
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