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Shifty Misdirect Crossover

Trainer Hunter Rhodes · 15 min workout · 14s clip

Level 3 · Intermediate basketball driveway solono hoop needed

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Elevate your attacking game by mastering a progressive series of complex crossovers and behind-the-back dribbles, building ultimate shiftiness.

Drill 1 of 3

Step 1: shift weight

5 min · 5 reps

Right hand dribble → crossover to left → shift weight

Drill 2 of 3

Step 2: execute second crossover

5 min · 5 reps

after shifting weight --> execute the second cross .

Drill 3 of 3

Step 3: Triple Move Drive

5 min · 5 reps

execute the moves in sequence .

Is this drill for you?

For intermediate scorers (Level 3) elevating attack options with complex crossover and behind-the-back misdirection.

Trains: ball-handling · change of direction · first-step speed

The ladder: Progressive crossover series first, then the behind-the-back misdirection combos.

Variations: Read an imaginary defender's hips on every rep.

In a game: Misdirection crossovers move the defender's feet before you commit - you are attacking a man already in recovery.

Open-floor move work; a hoop extends combos into finishes.

← Easier: Shifty Double Moves · Harder: 3 Moves to Shift Your Defender →

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