A slam-dunk instructional guide for young basketball players and their coaches

NBA coach and Hall of Fame player Jay Triano presents the drills and fundamental skills that every young basketball player needs to excel on the hardwood. Focusing on conditioning, offense, defense, rebounds, and plays that make a difference, Triano provides step-by-step instructions for everything from balance and stretching to dribbling and passing, from shooting and catching to layups and free throws.

Essential for young players, coaches, and parents, Basketball Basics includes instructional photos, full-colour action photos of international and NBA stars, and tips from such greats as Steve Nash, Pau Gasol, Dirk Nowitzki, Manu Ginóbili, and Yao Ming.

In his foreword, two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash says, “If you want to improve your basketball skills, there are three things you should have with you at all times: your love for the game, your basketball, and Jay Triano’s Basketball Basics.”