How To SCORE Off The Dribble | NBA Workout w/ Kyle Kuzma And Quinn Cook

Summary

Professional basketball trainer Phil Handy leads an intensive shooting and dribbling workout session with NBA players Kyle Kuzma and Quinn Cook, focusing on footwork, scoring in tight corners, and attacking off the dribble.

Highlights

Tight Corner Scoring Fundamentals00:00:18

Phil Handy demonstrates how to maneuver and finish in tight corners, emphasizing proper footwork, step-backs, and maintaining balance while keeping offensive pressure on the defender.

Quickness and Shot Preparation00:02:24

The session focuses on quickness without rushing, teaching players to set into their shot effectively by using hesitation moves and maintaining a stable base before the release.

Using the Overhand and Front Leg Attacks00:02:52

Handy guides the players through using an overhand attack and specific front-leg footwork to create separation, forcing defenders out of position to open up high-percentage shots.

Sideline and Downhill Footwork00:05:18

The training moves to the sidelines, focusing on reading the defender's position to execute quick, downhill moves and utilizing inside-foot hops to get into a shooting rhythm.

Creating Separation and Finishing00:07:26

The final segment focuses on advanced moves, including step-backs and crossovers, aimed at dropping the defender's hips to create maximum space before finishing the play.