🏀Being a great isolation scorer starts with having an effective Triple Threat game.
🔄Using counters like the step back jumper and spin move can create extra space to get off a shot.
👣Focusing on the angles and attacking the defender's feet improves driving angles and creates scoring opportunities.
🔙The pull-up jumper is a reliable counter when the defender overreacts to a drive.
🥊The punch dribble and snatchback can be used to stop on a dime and create space for a shot.
What is a Triple Threat game?
—Triple Threat refers to the position a player assumes when they catch the ball, where they have the option to shoot, drive, or pass.
When should I use a step back jumper?
—Use a step back jumper when you need to create extra space to get off a shot, particularly when the defender overreacts to a drive.
How can I improve my driving angles?
—Focus on attacking the defender's feet directly, whether it's their top foot or their back foot. This forces the defender to turn and open their hips, creating driving opportunities.
When should I use the pull-up jumper?
—Use the pull-up jumper when the defender overreacts to a drive and is trying to Sprint and recover to cut you off. It's a reliable counter to take advantage of their momentum.
What are the punch dribble and snatchback?
—The punch dribble and snatchback are counters that use the defender's momentum against them. The punch dribble involves stopping on a dime while the defender over slides, while the snatchback is a quick change of direction move to create space.
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00:01Being a great isolation scorer starts with having an effective Triple Threat game.
00:09The jab step and rip through or sweep are key elements of the Triple Threat game.
00:20Attacking the defender's feet directly improves driving angles and creates scoring opportunities.
00:32The pull-up jumper is a reliable counter to take advantage of the defender overreacting to a drive.
00:52The angles and footwork in the Triple Threat game keep the defense guessing.
01:09The punch dribble and snatchback use the defender's momentum against them to create space for a shot.
02:30The step back jumper is a great move to create extra space for a shot.
