It's no secret that the Charlotte Hornets' Michael Kidd-Gilchrist has not quite lived up to expectations for a former second overall pick. While averaging 8.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.2 assists, he has had serious offensive problems that have hurt his team. MKG's lack of a jump shot has led to a lack of spacing that has hampered the Hornets' ability to create driving lanes and post opportunities.
Over two seasons, MKG has made only three three-pointers and just 28 percent of his jump shots. There were obvious problems with his shot's mechanics from the second he was drafted, including a cocked elbow, a release hitch, bad balance and poor foot placement.
These were all challenges that assistant coach Mark Price sought to correct when he was hired in 2013.
The road has been a long one; I remember when video of Price working with MKG last summer went viral and everyone clamored that a fix was right around the corner. But while much better than his predraft form, last season's form produced one three-point make and a 29 percent average on jump shots.
Well, another offseason, another v ...
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