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Cole Huff

WNBA champion Aerial Powers texted Michael Jordan for shooting advice and immediately had her best game of the season

What’s the best way for a basketball player to get out of a shooting slump?

Watching film is a good idea. Getting in some extra reps is an obvious one. And the good ole “keep shooting, they’ll go in eventually” mindset is a personal favorite of mine.

But how about pulling out your phone and texting Michael Jordan for advice?

That’s exactly what Minnesota Lynx forward Aerial Powers did on Wednesday following Minnesota’s win against the Los Angeles Sparks, a game in which Powers shot just 1-for-9 from the floor for five total points, bringing her season’s total to 14-for-57 (24.6 percent).

His advice? Trust your work.

Of course, Powers is a Jordan Brand athlete, so having the GOAT’s number on speed dial makes sense. Still, being able to have that open line of communication is a big flex.

Nevertheless, 25 points later, Powers’ early-season shooting woes could be behind her.

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