Attack Closeout Drill
Purpose: Improve scoring when defenders run at you.
Setup:
- Start on the wing with the ball.
- Imagine a defender closing out.
Moves:
- Shot fake → 1 hard dribble → finish.
- Shot fake → 2 dribbles → pull-up.
- Shot fake → crossover → attack opposite side.
Do:
- 10 reps each move
- Both hands
- Focus:
- Explode on the first step
- Stay low
- Don't pick up your dribble too early
Basketball IQ Tip: A closeout is a defender being off balance — your job is to attack before they recover.