These 6 drills focus on scoring from the guard position. They combine shooting, attacking off the dribble, finishing strong, attacking and shooting off the pass. These are good drills you can utilize to further develop perimeter play. Spartan Guard Workout … [Read more...]
Manu Ginobili Scoring Series
Manu Ginobili is a dangerous scorer and is a threat anywhere on the court. Basketball players can learn a lot by studying him. This series of shooting drills are based on extensive film study of Manu's patented moves. Manu Ginobili Scoring Series Workout … [Read more...]
Tony Parker Scoring Series
Tony Parker of the San Antonio Spurs is a master of creating his own shot in space and in using the pick-and-roll. This workout, based on the types of shots Tony Parker takes, will help you develop the ability to score from situations that occur in games. Tony Parker Scoring Series Workout … [Read more...]
Jab Step to Shot Fake Drill
Purpose: To work on and develop the jab step and penetration into a jump stop, shot fake, and jump shot. This drill can be effective in team practice and is also a great drill for individual workouts. Drill: Set up 3 cones along the three-point line and 3 cones about 8-10 feet from the basket. The cones represent defenders. Divide the team into 3 lines behind each cone. At least 2 basketballs in each line. The first player in line makes a strong jab step in one direction and dribbles to … [Read more...]
Mikan Drills
Purpose: To help the players practice the following skills: right- and left-handed layup, right- and left-handed hook shot, power move, and ball fake to power move. This is also a great conditioning drill. Drill Procedure: Drill #1: Right and Left Hand Layups. Player stands to the right of the basket, inside the foul lane area at point 'X'. Drill begins with the player taking a right-handed layup, catching the ball before it hits the floor, and executing a left-handed layup from the left … [Read more...]
Moving Without the Basketball Drills
Purpose: This series of basketball drills teaches the players five moves to make without the basketball in order to get open; the backdoor cut, buttonhook cut, square cut, fade cut, and dip move. 1) Drill: Moving without the ball is one of the most important aspects of the game and also one of the least worked on. The following five moves are essential in developing a complete player. In the following five drills, the players begin at the foul line extended and execute each of the five … [Read more...]
Post Player Fundamental Drills & Moves
In today's game, it seems as if post play is taught less and less as post players continue to develop a more 'all-around' game. While I do agree that having an all-around game is necessary and beneficial, post players - as well as any player - can be that much more difficult to defend with a good repertoire of inside and post up moves. These fundamental drills and inside moves should be worked on daily in practice during the season, and individually during the offseason. You will see the … [Read more...]
Jab Step and Crossover Drill
Purpose: To teach the various possible moves off of a jab step and how to get open to receive a pass. Drill: The offensive player will perform a V-cut to get open. The player starts on the wing and will make a cut toward the same side low block. If on the right side of the court, as in the diagram, he will plant the right foot and then pivot back up the lane toward the passer. When he comes toward the ball, the player shall give an outside hand (or both hands) as a target for the … [Read more...]
No Foul, No Jump Ball Drill
Purpose: To teach the players to be strong and to make strong moves around the basket area while being fouled in a competitive situation. Drill: Players of about equal size pair up at a basket. They play 1-on-1 under the basket, keeping the ball in the shaded area as shown. There are no fouls or jump balls in this drill. The first player to reach 10 baskets wins. Coaching Points: The coach must make sure the players do not get carried away and use excessive physical contact. The point is … [Read more...]