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Combo Guard Attacking Workout

Trainer Trae Jones · 15 min workout · 55s clip

Level 4 · Advanced basketball + hoop + markers driveway solohoop needed

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This workout builds explosive first-step quickness and finishing ability around cones, progressing to precise stationary shooting from the free throw line.

Drill 1 of 3

Wing Attack & Finish

5 min · 10 reps

Start at wing → low dribble through cones (crossover/between legs) → attack basket for a layup.

Drill 2 of 3

Straight Drive & Finish

5 min · 7 reps

Start at top of key → dribble past single cone (crossover/between legs) → step back/into a jump shot

Drill 3 of 3

Free Throw Line Spot Shooting

5 min · 7 reps

Stand at free throw line → shoot stationary jump shots.

Is this drill for you?

For advanced guards (Level 4) who want the full scoring diet - wing attacks, straight drives into pull-ups, and spot shooting - hoop and cones required.

Trains: finishing · shooting form · ball-handling · first-step speed

The ladder: Wing attacks to the rim first, then straight drives into jumpers, then free-throw-line spot shooting.

Variations: Crossover or between-the-legs through the cones, your choice.

In a game: Attack, counter, and spot-up - this is the combo-guard menu for real half-court possessions.

Needs a hoop and cones.

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