Basketball ball-handling drills
Basketball ball-handling drills
Find the most frequently asked questions about basketball ball-handling drills, with clear answers, practical examples, and additional resources.
Stationary dribbling consists of keeping the ball in motion while the player stays in one spot. It improves control, coordination, and hand strength.
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Practice advancing slowly while dribbling with both hands. Helps improve control, peripheral vision, and ball handling in motion.
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Cones are placed in a zigzag and the player dribbles through them. Improves change of direction, speed, handling under pressure, and spatial awareness.
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The crossover is a quick hand change to deceive the defender. Practice moving the ball from one hand to another while advancing or staying in place.
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The ball is passed from one hand to the other behind the back. Improves handling under pressure, coordination, and protects the ball from defenders.
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Perform a 360-degree spin while maintaining control of the ball. Helps evade defenders and create space for a shot or pass.
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Dribble one ball with each hand simultaneously or alternating. Improves coordination, control, and strength in both hands.
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Advance in a zigzag while dribbling, switching hands at each turn. Improves on-the-move handling and rapid direction changes.
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Advance as fast as possible while maintaining ball control. Develops speed, coordination, and endurance.
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Simulate defenders or use cones as obstacles to force the player to protect the ball and improve control under real pressure.
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