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How to Practice a Fast Break Offense and Defense in One Drill

By Kerry Winans

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The fast break is an exciting and important aspect of the game of basketball. There are skills that need to be developed for both the offensive and defensive sides of the fast break. The purpose of this article is to outline a drill that can ... more »

How to Rebound a Basketball

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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There are many aspects of basketball you can excel at. You can be great at shooting the ball, you can be great at defense, or you can be great at rebounding. Even if you don't have the height advantage over your opposition, don't let that limit ... more »

How to Rebound in Wheelchair Basketball

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When playing wheelchair basketball, just like in other types of basketball, rebounding is a major part of the game. Being a good rebounder in wheelchair basketball gives you a big advantage against your competition. After a few steps, you will ... more »

How to Referee a Wheelchair Basketball Game

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If you wish to become a basketball referee, refereeing wheelchair basketball is a good place to start. While the pay won't be fantastic, officiating these games is a very rewarding experience. By following these steps, you can learn how to ... more »

How to Rehabilitate Common Basketball Injuries

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Basketball injuries can range from sprained ankles to knee problems to overuse injuries. Rehabilitating common basketball injuries will depend on the exact diagnosis and the extent of the injury. For chronic or painful traumatic injuries, consult ... more »

How to Rent a Basketball Court

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Playing basketball is a great way to spend time for sport and health. However, finding a place to play can sometimes be difficult due to the popularity of the game. A great solution to this is to rent a basketball court and have a reserved place ... more »

How to Run a 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

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A 3-on-3 basketball tournament is an event where a set number of basketball teams compete to determine a winning team. Each basketball team plays with three players on the court at the same time... more »

How to Score Against Bigger Players in a Pick-Up Basketball Game

By PjonD

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So the gentlemen you’ve just decided to play against look as if they’re recent descendants of the Yeti. They’re bigger, stronger, faster. Defending them is one problem, but how on Earth are you supposed to score? Here are seven steps to help ... more »

How to Score on a Low Post Pass in Basketball

By Kerry Winans

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If your team has guards that can penetrate into the lane, there is a wealth of points available to you if the players are able to make the jump shot from the blocks. This article presents the "Boston Block" drill, which focuses on improving the ... more »

How to Score Tickets to the College Basketball Tournament

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March Madness. The Sweet Sixteen. The Final Four. Your team is in it. And you want to see the game in person. Here's what you need to do to get your hands on NCAA basketball tournament tickets... more »

How to Sense an Early Playoff Exit for an NBA Team

By Zach Chouteau

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The NBA Playoffs are a clean slate for sixteen teams every year, and handicapping the field can be a tricky business. Here’s how you can spot the warning signs for the teams that just don’t have it... more »

How to Set Improvement Goals for Basketball Skills

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In basketball, like most things, there is no improvement without hard work. Even the great Michael Jordan worked as hard or harder than anyone in basketball did when he played the game. A key component of this hard work is the setting of ... more »

How to Shoot

By Silverwing

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Basketball is a great sport to play today. It is a game which contains a ball and a basket. You are suppose to shoot the ball into the net... more »

How to shoot a basketball

By ldjiii

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All basketball players will learn proper shooting mechanics at www.BasketballShootingCoach.com... more »

How to shoot a basketball

By barkingdeer437

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I will be telling you how to shoot a basketball with the correct form. Just like the pros!.. more »

How to shoot a basketball like a pro

By superman2000

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Swish! Don't you just love to hear that? Here is how you can hear that even more with this technique... more »

How to Shoot a Fade Away Like Yao Ming

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Yao Ming is the pride of the Chinese national basketball team and one of the first Chinese players to be successful in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Yao uses his perfected fade-away jumper to help him with the transition from being a ... more »

How to shoot a free throw (foul shot)

By superman2000

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This method is guaranteed to improve your free throw percentage.. more »

How to shoot a free throw like MJ

By sylva2453

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wonder how mj made almost all his free throws. whant to go up to the free throw line nowing that you can win the game with no problem. watch tthis video with MJ himself... more »

How to Shoot a Free Throw with One Hand

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Certain things in sports seem like they should be easy, but they are not--a three-foot putt in golf, bunting in baseball. Basketball has its very own version: The free throw. It seems easy. You're taking an uncontested shot from 15 feet away. But ... more »

How to Shoot a Free Throw with Your Eyes Closed

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When it comes to playing basketball, accurately shooting free throws is of prime importance. It can make the difference between your team winning and losing a game. But if you want to really challenge yourself (and create havoc among your ... more »

How to Shoot a Turnaround Jumper

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The turnaround jump shot is a very difficult shot to defend. When executed correctly, a turnaround jump shot can be made over much taller and more athletic players. It is not the easiest shot to make, but if you can learn to shoot a turnaround ... more »

How to shoot free throws in basketball

By blinghi187

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free throws can decide who wins the game, so you've gotta make those shots from 15 feet away from the hoop... more »

How to shoot freethrows

By thehaze

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There are ways to improve the accuracy of your free throws while playing basketball. You will score more points, impress your coaches, parents or talent scouts if you give yourself all the tools you need to make a noticeable difference in you're ... more »

How to Sign Up for an SBA Camp

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If you love basketball, consider signing up for the Street Basketball Association's summer camp program. The Street Basketball Association, or SBA, has global exposure and over 12 national teams in their program, and they've gained a great ... more »

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