subject: Great Basketball Moves [print this page] Great Basketball Moves Great Basketball Moves
Who among us don't know Michael Jordan, Larry Bird or Shaquille O'Neal? They are famous NBA superstars. Anyone who plays basketball knows them and even wants to be like them. This would be because of how they move and how they help their team win in the NBA games. They are also known for their great basketball moves. NBA fanatics want to copy their styles and even their jersey numbers.
Basketball moves, in general, are individual actions used by players to pass by defenders. This way, they can gain access to the basket or get a clean pass to their teammate.
There are different types of basketball moves. Below are some of them.
*Dribbling- This includes the wraparound, spin move, crossover and behind the back dribble. Dribbling should be practiced often. Your ability to manage and manoeuvre is directly related to your dribbling skills.
* Passes- This includes the bounce pass, chest pass, overhead pass, baseball pass and the jump pass as well as the blind pass, behind-the-back and the elbow pass. You should practice these different types of passes. You can start with one type like chest passing and then move to another type like bounce passing. After that, you can alternate practice and start passing between a few different passes. You can start your practice by standing still and by warming up. You should move down the basketball court as you are passing. It is very important to include your moving passes since a majority of the passes in the court will be while are moving around the court.
*Shoots- This includes the lay-up (finger roll, tear drop, power stop/ drive), bank shot, put back and tip-in. Shooting is almost a given in practice, it is important and a part of the game. Make sure to practice your shooting from all around the court. Include in your practice shots like slam dunk shots and lay up shots.
*Guarding- It is an essential part of the game, including basketball. You should practice your guard both offensively and defensively. Here, you should able to stop the ball and stop your opponent. Drills on guarding should be learned to help you how anticipate moves and how to move efficiently.
*Rebounding- It is all about controlling the ball. You have to get the ball after a basket or the opponent may get the ball and your chance to score is lost. Rebounding can be practiced even on your own. Master your rebounding and this will allow you to be the best player you can be.
*Triple threat position and other related moves- This includes the jab step, pump fake, drawing contact.
Post up, related moves and shot-ups under, hook shot, fade away, drop step, and double pivot.
