This is called the Tony Parker move because he is one of the players that has given this move notoriety, but a lot of different players use it. This move is perfect for smaller players who need to create some space to get their shot off.
The goal of this move is to sell that you are attacking with the in and out move, but then as soon as the defense shifts their weight to cut that move off, you snap the crossover back using the cross to also create more space from the defender so you can get right into your shot.
The more you can sell your move and then use the crossover to create space, the more time you will have on your shot. After watching this basketball training video, make sure to check out our basketball training groups app.
Basketball Drill Overview
Drill Name: Tony Parker In and Out Crossover Pull Up Basketball Move
Equipment Needed: 1 basketball and a dummy defender (optional).
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Goals of the Drill
- Work on coming off of a ball screen and holding the defender off to open up space and time to finish.
Coaching Points
- You are not stopping on the in and out move; you need to be attacking forward.
- Really use the crossover to create space into your shot.
- Sell the move with your eyes, face, and body positioning.
- Really make the transition from your in and out to crossover really quick.
Basketball Drill Instructions
- The player will start at the top of the key 4-5 feet off of the 3 point line with the ball.
- They will begin to attack downhill towards the dummy defender (if you have one).
- At about the free-throw line, they will make an in and out move, selling that they are attacking one way, but then they will immediately cross the ball over the other way leading themselves into their shot.
