The Old Man and the Three Bobby Portis on How Hard It Is to Win the NBA Finals, Giannis, and His Improved 3-Point Shooting | YM3
Jan 15, 2026
Bobby Portis, a dynamic forward for the Milwaukee Bucks and 2021 NBA champion, shares his journey in the league, from his early days with the Bulls to winning a title in Milwaukee. He delves into his offseason work that has significantly improved his three-point shooting, and discusses playing alongside the legendary Giannis Antetokounmpo. Bobby also highlights the emotional challenges of competing, the evolving role of big men in the NBA, and his goals for the future, including aspirations of leaving a lasting legacy and achieving more as a valued sixth man.
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Sharpen Your Shot Mechanics
- Work on shot mechanics: get to the seams quickly and hold your follow-through whether you make or miss.
- Repeat identical motion and practice balance to improve three-point shooting consistency.
Practice Like An Elite Shooter
- Emulate routines of elite shooters and train with specialists to adopt consistent fundamentals.
- Use competitive shooting drills and demand streaks before moving spots to build clutch confidence.
Bigs Must Evolve To Stay Relevant
- The NBA has shifted to perimeter movement with bigs setting screens and shooting more threes.
- Forwards must adapt or risk becoming obsolete in modern offensive schemes.