Post-Up Drop Step Finish
Seal on the block, feel the defender's overplay, and drop-step baseline or middle into a two-foot finish depending on which side is open.
Finishing
- Duration
- 10 min
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Ages
- Ages 13–15, Ages 16+
- Equipment
- ball, hoop

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Coaching focus: Finishing at the Rim
Finishing drills train footwork, touch, and body control through contact near the basket. Reps with both hands and both feet build the habit of finishing strong regardless of angle.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
- How do you run the Post-Up Drop Step Finish drill?
- Seal on the block, feel the defender's overplay, and drop-step baseline or middle into a two-foot finish depending on which side is open. Run it for about 10 minutes with ball and hoop.
- What age group is the Post-Up Drop Step Finish drill for?
- Post-Up Drop Step Finish works well for players in Ages 13–15, Ages 16+, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.
- How long should the Post-Up Drop Step Finish run?
- Run Post-Up Drop Step Finish for about 10 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.
- What equipment do I need for Post-Up Drop Step Finish?
- You'll need: ball, hoop.
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