Chris Paul and his mid-range fadeaway jumper off the pick-and-roll—I've seen it called the Paulaway—is a thing of beauty.
The fadeaway, or fall-away jumper, does not discriminate based on age or years in the league, but rather is a dependable weapon for all types of players.
A younger player who prefers to explode towards the rim can have it in his arsenal if ever there comes a need for it, while a veteran can use it to remain effective as father time takes hold.
The point is this—when mastered (for example, at the 20-second mark of this video), it stands in the upper echelon of un-guardable shots.
I am constantly impressed by Chris Paul's composure and control on the floor.
Watching CP3 with the ball instills a sense of calm in me. Like a beautiful jazz piece, his game has a certain amalgam of individuality and collaboration, combined with a beautiful mixture of improvisation and structure.
Most notable is his understanding of speed and tempo in an NBA game, impressively employing a change of pace only the likes of Thelonious Monk could understand.
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