A contest is a defender challenging a shot. The defender raises a hand or closes space. The goal is to disrupt the shooter. For example, a defender rushes and contests a jumper. Good contests lower shooting accuracy. Defenders must stay balanced. Fouling ruins contests. Coaches teach proper angles. Even late contests help. Shooters feel pressure. Contests matter more than blocks. Effort shows clearly here. Teams track contested shots.
Did You Know contested shots miss more often?
Pro-Tip: Contest with high hands.
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