In “Rise and Fire,” journalist Shawn Fury tells the story of the jump shot, providing an enthusiastic and entertaining romp through basketball history. No single person invented the jump shot.

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Shawn Fury’s recent book, “Rise and Fire,” explores the “origins, science, and evolution” of the jump shot, from its insubordinate beginnings to its current status as a staple of the game.

Today, the jump shot is one of basketball's fundamental moves. But it didn't exist in the early days of basketball history. Where did it come from? And who invented it? Only A Game's Karen Given's ...