try use a stress ball to strenghten ur hand when catching the ball

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position :PF,C
height:6.56
stand reach :8.8
run vert :14.5
2 legged jump : 13 or less
after rest for 3 weeks
run vert :24inch
2 LEGGED JUMP:23 inch

Lot of tips given by others already so you can work on those already. I would add that you should learn to anticipate the pass to you. Being caught by surprise just increases your chances of dropping the ball. Always try to keep an eye on the guy in possession of the ball as well as your man if different.

Another thing is to develop "soft" hands. When the ball travels to you at super fast speed you must learn to "absorb" the force (i.e. "give" in the ball) as soon as you receive it in your hands. This basically means moving your hands in the same direction as the ball after initial contact. You can practice this by just standing close to a wall and bouncing the basketball back and forth repeatedly. You want a quick catch and quick release, repeated. If done well, the ball will be received quietly in hand (i.e. no plam slapping) and the drill will be very fast. Next thing to do is obviously to practice with a friend. Focus on the quality of your catch.

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Height 5'7 Reach approx 7'0
BW @ 23 Jul 08: 145lbs (>13%bf)
Re-training start: Jul 08 (post injury+3 mths rehab)

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wow didnt expect so many answers thanks ill try all this. if anyone can come up with anythin else i have no problem with hearin it

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