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How to Become a High-IQ Scorer (Make Scoring Effortless)

September 01, 2025 • Ethan Khoza

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Want to become an effortless scorer who puts up points every game? In this video, I break down the exact steps to becoming a high-IQ scorer: why 80% of your training should focus on shooting, how to build a scoring baseline from pure effort, the secrets to off-ball scoring, and how to study film like a pro. If you’ve ever felt inconsistent or overlooked, this will give you a clear blueprint to becoming a reliable double-digit scorer and the player your team can count on.

00:00 How to Become a High-IQ Scorer
00:16 Why 80% of Training Should Be Shooting
02:11 Training for Adaptability in Games
03:07 Mastering Catch & Shoot Threes
03:35 Adding Defense to Shooting Drills
04:13 Consistency: The True Key to Shooting
05:09 Building a Scoring Baseline from Effort
06:09 Scoring in Transition with Speed
07:06 Off-Ball Cutting for Easy Points
07:29 Offensive Rebounds = Extra Buckets
07:55 Getting Points at the Free Throw Line
08:31 Mastering Off-Ball Movement
09:05 Using Off-Ball Screens to Score
09:37 Spotting Backdoor Cut Opportunities
10:04 Studying Your Role Through Film
11:34 Applying Film Study to Your Own Game
12:25 The Formula for Effortless Scoring