How to Make a Reverse Layup

When the defenders are expecting and waiting for a layup, fool them by continuing under the basket for the reverse.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Basketballs
• Basketballs

1. Drive to the basket, as if to shoot a right-handed layup.

2. Take an extra dribble where you would normally pick the ball up.

3. Cut underneath the basket.

4. Use the basket as a barrier between you and tall defenders.

5. Pick up the ball.

6. Take your two steps.

7. Jump off your right foot.

8. Use a sweeping hook shot with your left hand.

9. Aim for the upper left corner of the box on the backboard.

Tips & Warnings

• A left-handed player will find that learning the reverse layup from the right side is easier, and vice versa.
• Experiment with your shot by putting different kinds of spin on the ball to get it to bounce off the backboard and into the hoop.
• When a coach says, "If we make all of our free throws and all of our layups, we'll win all of our games," your coach isn't talking about reverse layups. They're a bit more difficult.
• If you have any condition that would impair or limit your ability to engage in physical activity, please consult a physician before attempting this activity.

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on 6/11/2007 Let's say you want to do a right handed reverse lay up. Approach to the left side because if you approach from the right when you are trying to do a right handed lay up, you will have to shift your arm a lot more. If you approach from left side attempting for a right handed lay up, you don't have to shift your hand as much. Remember, a good "backspin" not "diagonal spin" because it'll just bounce "across" the backboard.

on 6/11/2007 First, when you run to the basket you have the ball in your right hand. Then, as you are near the basket you take an extra dribble and put the ball in your right hand. After that you jump off either foot and swing your hand under the basket and shot the ball with all your strength. Remember to aim for the square. It is fun and easy.

on 6/11/2007 give your man a crossover and drive to the hoop. when you come to the basket pick up the ball and take a step and jump horizantaly and upward. look behind you and aim fot the top corner. release the ball high and the ball should go in

on 6/11/2007 Start your drive from the right side and dribble powerfully, as if you were attempting a regular lay-up. Then take one extra dribble after the point where you would regularly pick up your dribble. Take your two allowed steps and then jump on your second as you toss the ball with your right hand at the corner of the basket. Without watching, walk away confidently as your opponents marvel at your greatness.

on 6/11/2007 If your left handed reverse layup isn't too consistent, use your right hand. It's much easier. It's just like a left handed reverse layup - aim for the top left corner of the box on the backboard. A layup is still a layup, as long as it goes in.