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The Tallest Point Guards in NBA History

January 7, 2015
/ By Tom

The allure of a big point guard is obvious. Their size advantage can make them a versatile threat who can be a nightmare to defend. The downside is that they usually have to defend smaller, quicker players who can also be pesky defenders. The tallest point guards in the NBA were able to overcome these […]

The Value of the Basketball Bounce Pass

January 6, 2015
/ By Tom

Photo By: Nick Hubbard The basketball bounce pass is one of the most fundamentally solid, yet under-appreciated plays in the sports. Whether making a post entry pass or zipping up court on a fast break, the bounce pass is one of the most effective and valuable ways to move the basketball. Below are four reasons that […]

The Best Point Guard Dribbling Drills

January 5, 2015
/ By Tom

Few skills are more important to any position in basketball than dribbling for point guards. Being able to handle the ball is important for running and offense, attacking the basket, and finding an open teammate. The best point guard dribbling drills for basketball take a complete approach to ballhandling. You won’t maximize your ability if […]

Keys to a Basketball Strength and Conditioning Program

January 4, 2015
/ By Tom

A well-designed basketball strength and conditioning program can be the difference between having skilled, but over-matched players and a team that can dominate from the opening tip on. A position and system specific approach is important for any program, because the physical demands are different based on what the athlete is being asked to do. […]

Point Guard Weight Training Workouts for Basketball

January 2, 2015
/ By Tom
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A well-designed point guard weight training program is crucial for basketball success. Basketball players in general, and point guards in particular, often neglect strength training workouts for many reasons, such as time constraints, fear of getting too bulky, or lack of belief in the program’s benefits. Any risks of weight training are far exceeded by the […]