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Why do some basketball players wear a sleeve on their arms such as Allen Iverson and other copycats?
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∙ 15y ago
to keep there arm muscle warmed up so they shoot consistently through the entire game and because it loooks awesome
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Why the sleeve on Alan Iverson?
His name is spelt Allen IversonIverson began using a basketball sleeve during this season during his recovery from bursitis in his right elbow.[16] Other players, including Carmelo Anthony, and Kobe Bryant,[17] have adopted the sleeves as well, as did fans who wore the sleeve as a fashion statement.[18] Iverson continued wearing his sleeve long after his elbow had healed.[17] Some believe that the sleeve improved Iverson's shooting ability, while Steven Kotler of Psychology Today suggested that the sleeve may act as a placebo to prevent future injuries.[17]And that is why he wears the sleeve.
Who was the first nba player to wear a sleeve?
The first Nike basketball shoe ever created was the Blazer which was worn by Geoff Petrie and Sidney Wicks of the Portland Trailblazers. They also happen to be the first basketball players in the NBA to get a Nike endorsement.
Who started the shooting sleeve?
Allen Iverson got his arm injured and his doctor gave him a sleeve to put on it. Even after his injury was healed, he wore it. It was like his trademark. Then other players started wearing them
Who started the arm sleeve?
Allen Iverson
Do some basketball players wear one long sleeve to cover gang tattoos?
yes
Who invented the arm shooting sleeve?
Allen iverson
Who started wearing the NBA shooting sleeve?
Allen Iverson
Does Allen Iverson have a shooting sleeve rotation?
a lot because he is so good
What is the sleeve called Allen Iverson wears on his arm?
to keep his arm safe
Why does Allen Iverson where an armband?
It's actually a sleeve and it keeps his shooting arm warm.
Would a shooting sleeve on your arm actually help in a basketball game?
it should defintly so players can shoot better i wish i envented that
Some basketball players wear a full length arm elastic support what is it called?
it is called a "sleeve" its to keep sweat off your shooting arm
