First, don't worry about being fancy. You don’t need to dribble between your legs and around your back. Just get the ball up the court and only use the between the legs or behind the back stuff if you have to. If you are being pressured, then remember to use the court that you have. Don't just go in a straight line and at the same speed. Be unpredictable to the defense. Do the little things that unbalance your defender and don't shy away from the challenge.
Second, identify and KNOW the strengths and weaknesses of your teammates. Who are your best players or better yet, always ask yourself - which player has the best match up right now and how can I get them the ball?
A true point guard loves to get their teammates the ball in good position so they can score. They love being in control and making sure each player feels involved and that they’re going to do everything in their power to help their team win.
Without someone on the floor accepting and embracing that responsibility (for running the offense), the team is at a distict disadvantage to an organized defense. Embrace the nervousness. Embrace the responsibility. Embrace the challenge.
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