Players line up 5-8 feet away from the basket standing on the right or left side.
The player with the ball will quick stop into their shot and shoot a power move off the backboard.
The player who shot will collect their rebound and then pass the ball to the next player.
After the pass players will get back in line to be the next shooter.
Drills should be continuous.
Progression:
Can play this game as an elimination game - if a player misses their shot they're out! Last player wins.
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