What can I do to make myself better at basketball?

Question

Im kinda good at basketball. But i really want to be good enough to make my 8th grade school team this year. I have a pretty good shoot and im also good at lay ups. My ball handling is ok. What drills can i do to make me a better bballer? Would suicides help? Thanks.

Answer 1

4 ballhandling do , about 10 min a dy, behind the back, scissor, machine gun dribble, crossovers, spins, two ball drills, then work on proper shoting form, and do some jumping drills, and yes do suicides, and long distance running, as well as jump roping

Answer 2

no dont kill urself

Answer 3

You need to remember that only you can keep yourself from getting better.  I regret not playing for my 8th grade team, but it's too late now.  As far as drills go, two-ball drills have improved my ball handling the most.  Take two basketballs and practice dribbling them together and alternating.  No matter what drills you learn you only get better by practicing.  My advice to you is to get up right now and go practice whatever your weakness is.  Suicides are good, but you should be creative and incorporate your weaknesses with whatever you're doing by making up your own drills.

Answer 4

8th grade team? Um, dont you just pay and you are in automatically? You still have to do tryouts but thats just for coaches to see if you are good so they can pick you but you will get picked eventually.

Anyway, I also have a good shot. I am very good shooter. BUT, now I am working on the outside-inside game. Meaning, I can be in the triple-threat position and either rise up and shoot OR drive it in. Thats what you should work on.