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Assist from @44beasz He even shouted at me, "MOVE!" 🤣 The lesson: Don't stay stationary! Move! Movement opens up your options. It keeps the defense honest. If you're standing still, the defense needs to exert no energy on defense. #CoachEroo #th3op3rator #theprocess #getbucketseveryday #getbuckets #basketballcoach #basketballstrategy #basketballaddiction https://www.instagram.com/p/B9kVGI0B9Ry/?igshid=h4u00ls3dp86

Catch and shoot notes. Practice at full speed, and be aware of your footwork. When we rush, our margin of error goes up. When we attempt moves at a game speed we've never tried before, we begin to make mistakes. Fluidity comes from repetition, and becomes an unconscious process after many, many repetitions. I've slowed down the footwork on this catch and shoot bucket- notice how steps 1 and 2 allow me to turn my body, and hopping into a triple threat jumpstop (under balanced control), which allows me to shift my momentum into the shot. A quick read of my defender's momentum and distance allows me to choose between shot and dribble. Even on moving shots, notice how my body is still upright and balanced when the ball is released. #CoachEroo #getbucketseveryday #getbuckets #swish #th3op3rator #mambamentality #basketballcoach #bballislife #shootersshoot #curry #stephcurry (at San Diego, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9aD-d9hmvt/?igshid=hlfd9734fkl

Fast break layup notes Take a moment to imagine how two cars merge on the highway. One smoothly passes in front of the other, adjusting speed to match the flow of the highway. Now, if the car in front decides to decelerate, the car following him must adjust quickly. Their reaction time, if it takes too long, can cause an accident. Now, in basketball, this is a prime example of how to draw a foul on the fast break layup. Force the defending player behind you to adjust their speed and avoid running into you. You'll notice guards like Stephen Curry and Damian Lillard use this against larger defenders. As they bump into you, it takes away their jumping angles, and usually the referee will call a contact foul at this point (simply due to momentum). Hit the layup- And one. I've actually never hit this shot before, but seen it explained in coaching videos all over the place. The situation presented itself during our rec game on Monday, and I had a chance to try it out. Got the bucket, and the and one. 🏀 #CoachEroo #getbucketseveryday #getbuckets #bballislife #playforkeaps #keapathlete #operationbasketball #basketballcoach (at San Diego County, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8ey9D4hPiU/?igshid=nx8n7732hrlg

A 2-3 defense. Why use it? You've got a bigger rebounder than the other team (he can occupy the middle to grab boards) The other team has yet to prove their shooting ability. A good defensive zone to start in, but adjustments may be needed as the game goes on. Black X's are the defensive spots. They are responsible for their "zones" on the floor. In green, I've marked the "in between" spots- the locations that the defense will have to communicate! Who guards the defender? Talk on defense! To attack this zone, a simple rule- get the ball inside to the high post, and move/replace your cutters. Force the defense to guard those "in between" spots- the defense will eventually break down, leaving you a wide open shot! #CoachEroo #th3op3rator #getbucketseveryday #basketballaddiction #bballislife (at Carmel Mountain Ranch, San Diego) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8ciKZ5hjdW/?igshid=1ur64xgkfo29y

Teamwork. Pace. Floor spacing. Ball movement. I'd like to share some of the things going on in my head as I play. I hope this not only helps you improve your game, but also opens up new conversations and new avenues regarding basketball. #CoachEroo #th3op3rator #basketballstrategy Look up. When you get the ball after a rebound or a steal, look up. As you experience different defensive formations, you'll start to notice where the lanes open. But here's a few hints for you. Know what the defender sees. Most of the time on defense, defenders will rotate their head to view the fast break coming up the court. Time your passes accordingly. A turned head has no idea what is going on. As they scramble, take advantage of the split second opportunity. Look for spacing mismatches. Draw your defender over, leaving open spacing for your teammates. Knowing where everybody is, is key. Learn your fast break spacing. Move the ball. The basketball gods will reward that movement. The thing I love about playing this game, is when the teamwork begins to flow, and the buckets begin to drop fluidly. #theprocess I hope you're able to take some of these notes and put them to use! Let's chat basketball! #getbucketseveryday #bballislife #basketballaddiction #operationbasketball (at 4s Ranch Sports Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8cXYByB03E/?igshid=v2flj9mw42v5