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Heisman Contenders 2013

July 21, 2018
A defensive tip on reading offensive players by watching their hips instead of the ball.

The ball lies. Hips don't. That's the defensive tip from this Player Tips segment. When guarding your matchup, stop tracking the basketball-it moves too fast and fakes too easily. Instead, focus on your opponent's hips. The hips reveal true direction and intent, allowing defenders to react accurately instead of getting fooled by ball fakes or crossovers. This simple adjustment helps defenders stay in position and avoid biting on misdirection.