Developing Court Vision and Basketball IQ

Great players not only excel individually but also elevate their team’s performance through superior court vision and decision-making. Here’s how to train your basketball IQ:

• Watch Games: Study professional games to understand how players position themselves and react to opponents’ moves.
• Simulate Situations: Practice 2-on-1 or 3-on-2 drills to improve decision-making under pressure.
• Film Analysis: Record your games and analyze your positioning, passes, and shot selection.

Tips to improve court vision:

• Keep your head up during dribbling to scan the floor.
• Communicate with teammates to anticipate their movements.
• Practice passing drills like no-look passes to improve accuracy and surprise your opponents.

Enhancing your basketball IQ allows you to predict plays, exploit weaknesses in opponents, and make smarter decisions during critical moments of the game.