Maybe the shot clock is running down and you need to get a clutch shot off. Or it's crunchtime, the game is on the line, and the clock is ticking down 5.....4....3....., and you MUST CREATE SPACE to get your shot off.

What do you do???

Being able to create space to get your shot off is crucial in all players' games. Coach Jim Huber covers 5 extremely effective moves from the Breakthrough Shooting & Scoring System. When you master these moves, you'll be able to create space to get your shot off in almost any scenario.

Remember, if you can create space, you can:

• Get your shot off easier
• Get more scoring opportunities
• Keep the defense on their heels when guarding you
• See the court better

These moves will give you enough space to get your shot off against good defenders and even against defenders with MORE SIZE.

5 Step Back Moves That Create Space

Here are the timestamps for the video, so you can quickly and easily review each move.

• Same Foot Step Back - 0:30
• Inside Foot Step Back - 3:40
• Bump Off Shift - 5:55
• Dribble Jab - 8:05
• The Stutter - 9:49
  
  

Step Back Move #1 - Same Foot Step Back

This is a basic move that all players should have in their repertoire. There are several keys to a successful same foot step back move.

• Attack with the outside hand, so the ball is away from the defender
• Lean and lunge with a big step with the same foot as you are dribbling with
• Hop backwards off the front foot
• Land with feet together ready to shoot

As you take the big lean, lunge step at the defender, it will cause them to retreat. Push backwards off your outside foot and land balanced, ready to shoot. Next, flow quickly into your jump shot.

Performing the move hard and quick will allow you to get your shot off over taller defenders.

Step Back Move #2 - Inside Foot Step Back

This move is similar to the same foot step back.

The big difference is now you are taking your big lean, lunge step with the opposite foot as you are dribbling with.

With any of the step back moves, it is CRUCIAL that you get on balance before rising up into your shot.

Make sure you push off with your inside foot this time as you step back and flow into your shot.

Step Back Move #3 - Bump Off Shift

This a great move that teaches you how to use your body and be physical to help create a shot. With this move, the offense will initiate some contact with the defensive player.

The move begins by you dribbling directly at the defender. You dribble at them until you make contact with your shoulder or forearm.

As you make contact with the defender, their momentum will start to take them backwards. This is when you will step back to create space for your shot.

It is imperative that you do NOT extend your arm out as you make contact or it is likely you will be called for an offensive foul.

Step Back Move #4 - Dribble Jab

There are two main differences between the dribble jab and a regular step back.

First, you will use a pound dribble when you attack with the dribble jab. You are not throwing the ball out as if you are blowing by the defender.

Second, your jab will be right at your defender. If able, jab directly between the defender's legs.

This will cause the defender to shift momentum backwards and as you step back, you will not have plenty of space to get your shot off.

Step Back Move #5 - The Stutter

This move creates space by using a skate dribble at the end. The difference between a skate dribble and a step back is simple, the skate dribble will take you to a side rather than taking you straight back like a step back move does.

You begin the stutter move by taking several quick, choppy steps (your shoes should squeak) at your defender.

Then as your defender is moving backward or getting off balance as you stutter step at them, do a quick skate dribble (push off with your inside foot as you hop to the side).

The skate dribble should provide space for you to get your shot off. Quickly flow straight into your jump shot after the skate dribble.

A Critical Aspect for ALL 5 Moves

You need to sell the move. Whether it is an inside foot step back, or the stutter, sell the first part of the move. The defense needs to be convinced you are trying to blow by them or make a move around them.

Once you get them moving backwards, you win! You can now make a quick step back or skate dribble and you'll have plenty of room to get your shot off.

Mistakes Are OK

Make sure you have your footwork down. Go slow in the beginning. After you are confident with performing the footwork for each move, then increase the speed and pace of the move.

You WILL make mistakes, and that is OK. Keep going hard as you practice the moves. The mistakes will gradually decrease.

If you practice at game speed, it means your move will be effective in games as well, and you'll be confident in using these as some of your go to moves in crunchtime!

Start With One Move!

You certainly don't need to master all of these moves at once. If you try to, there is a good chance you won't be very effective at any of them.

So pick one move and master it.

Then if it makes sense after you've mastered the first move, add a second move and so forth.

When trying to select a move, think about the moves you are good at. You want to pick a move that would complement one of your go-to attack moves. That way, if the defender takes away your move, you have a step back move that counters it.

For example, if you have an effective stutter dribble move, the stutter step back move (#5 above) is a good complement.

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