There are very few players I can't think of that can get to the basket and finish as effectively as Zion. What is he doing technique-wise that makes it look so easy? The moves leading up to the finish seem different than other players approach to driving, but I can't put my finger on it. Some of his finishes are spectacular, especially working through double teams, but most are very basic drives that just involve a single fake to get the defender moving one way, then slash to the hole.
The part I think is unique is that he pivots and jumps at the basket in both the vertically and horizontally direction, doing it very far and fast. I think he using every bit of extension coupled with his vertical. And adding to that, he is always looking for the rebound after his shot or a block, plus he has great touch and offensive IQ positioning his body making it all very unguardable.
Is it just me or he looks way slower and just overall worse compared to last year, I mean he was playing like top 5 MVP level last year.
I mean, did you watch last night's game??
He had 32 points, 6 boards, 5 assists, and 2 steals.
He’s been out of shape to start the season. But he’s getting his burst back by each game. He’s been posting up a lot more so you’re not seeing the same kind of drives as last year.
That being said he’s still faster than every other power forward out there.