Question

In basketball, the jump that a player can spend in the air during a jump shot is called "hangtime". The hangtime depends on what.

Answer 1

vertical velocity component after the jump, which is in turn dependant on angle and force of jump.

Answer 2

I think the hangtime depends on the ability of the player to extend his time in the air, independent of the height of the jump.

Answer 3

am I right

Answer 4

Absolutely not. How can you "extend" your time in the air? The only thing acting on you in the air is gravity.

Answer 5

Well, actually, if you curl in your legs you technically last longer in the air but you know that doesn't count.