Post Counter Drop Step

How it works

Post Counter Drop Step: 2 enters the ball to the post on the block. The post feels where his defender is before he moves. Defender on the high side (or behind): drop step to the baseline and finish with a power layup.

1. 2 enters the ball to the post on the block. The post feels where his defender is before he moves.
2. Defender on the high side (or behind): drop step to the baseline and finish with a power layup.
3. Defender on the baseline side: drop step to the middle and finish over the front of the rim.
4. Defender fronts: seal him with your backside, hand up, and call for the lob.

Coaching tips

Drop step is the most fundamental post move. The footwork must be practiced until it is automatic — pivot foot never moves.

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