Train like Anthony Edwards with this Dr. Dish Basketball Drill

by Adam Kaul, on Apr 25, 2024 5:15:00 PM

Anthony Edwards has taken the league by storm being one of the most exciting players to watch. The young phenom led the Minnesota Timberwolves to their second best record in franchise history this season. His game has already been compared to player like Michael Jordan, Vince Carter and more greats. We're here to give you a training routine modeled after Ant's game.

Move 1: Size Up Isolation

Size up defender off the catch
Dribble Hesitation to keep your defender guessing

Between the legs into a pull back to create space and shoot

This move will freeze defenders while creating room and space to get your jumper off. Selling the downhill drive is the key to this move. Make sure to master the between pull back move to avoid traveling or carrying the ball.

Move 2: Between Between Side Step

This move can be performed off the catch or as a move in isolation
Use the double in between dribbles to sell the drive either direction

After the second in between, side step to the left or right and shoot

Another isolation move to create space and a path to get a clean jumper off. The double in between will keep the defender flat footed and allow for a clean side step. Ant often uses this in the mid range or from deep.

Move 3: Downhill Cross Stepback

Again this move will work off the catch or to get open in an isolation
Dribble downhill either direction on your defender
After one dribble, crossover into the middle of the court
Stepback away from the defender for an open look

Anthony Edwards often uses this move into a midrange shot and uses the glass if driving away from the paint. Use your speed and stay balanced on the stepback for a more open shot.