5 best offensive moves used by LeBron James

3. Turnaround fadeaway jumper

LeBron James #23 attempts a fadeaway jumper.

The turnaround fadeaway jumper by LeBron James is one of his newest weapons, one that he put on full display during the 2018 NBA Playoffs against the Toronto Raptors.

James absolutely annihilated Toronto in the postseason that year with this move, to the point that it virtually cost Dwane Casey his job as head coach of the Raptors.

More than any of LeBron James’ signature offensive moves, this is perhaps the most difficult to execute, but it’s also one of the most unguardable moves of all.

James can do this on post-ups from either wing or from the middle of the lane, pirouetting and causing his defender to lose his balance while he deftly takes the fall-away jumper.

4. Jab-step 3-point shot

LeBron James #6 attempts a three-point shot against Paul George #24.

A signature move by LeBron James that he developed midway through his career, the jab step and succeeding three-point shot is an offensive move that he has grown to love more and more as his career has progressed.

The 17-time All-Star often uses this move against a big man who has been left guarding him on a switch.

More often than not, LeBron James will look at the ball after crossing it over to his right hand. He then takes a jab step to stop the defender in his tracks before taking the three-point shot.

It’s almost unblockable even by a center because of all the space between them for fear that James will drive to the hole against him.

5. Freight train drive to the hole

LeBron James #23 goes up for a dunk.

Speaking of driving to the hole, the freight train drive to the hole is a signature offensive move by LeBron James that has become one of the most effective ways for him to score.

Unlike most players who enter the lane for a simple drive, James’ huge 250-pound frame erases opponents from his way and almost always leaves him wide open for a dunk or layup.

What makes this move so enduring is the fact that it is executed using the combination of James’ quick first step, upper body strength, broad shoulders, and leaping ability.

When he barrels his way to the basket, there are very few in the NBA who will risk life and limb to try and get in his way to earn an offensive foul.

Furthermore, LeBron James has gotten bigger and stronger over the years, making this one of his most unstoppable offensive moves ever.

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