How Do You Scout A Basketball Player?
Basketball players are like snowflakes. No two are exactly the same. Every player has their own favorite spots on the floor, combinations of abilities and weaknesses. It is difficult to scout a basketball player from just one game. Unfortunately, that is what coaches must do. However, these steps are not just for coaches. Fans can learn to watch their favorite players and see what they like to do and what they cannot do too. Read on to learn how to scout a basketball player. Step 1 Determine if the player has a natural flow. This is somewhat subjective, but when you scout a basketball player you can usually tell if a player makes decisions and moves without stopping and thinking. Some players are very robotic and you can tell he is processing what he should do before he acts or move. Notice if every movement he makes has a purpose or not. If he is a more polished player, he will have good footwork with no wasted steps. A player with good feel for the game is more dangerous than a more
