Defensive Slides
Description
This drill emphasizes the importance of closing out correctly on shooters by balancing speed and control, ensuring players step hard in their final move while allowing the shooter to land, thus avoiding fouls and maintaining effective defense.
Skills
closing out, defense, beginner, intermediate
Suggested Practice Runtime
2 minutes - 3 minutes
Demonstration
Video Demo
(2 minutes)
Source
3 Defense Drills To Make Your Basketball Team Better - Closeouts, Defensive Slides, Deflections