The post-up is the most intimate event on a basketball court. At no other moment are players closer together for a longer period of time. The offensive player has the defender on his back, likely with several points of contact. Arm or shoulder on back, hips, feet: there are more bonds of connection than usually happens in the NBA.
Minute Basketball: The Post
Minute Basketball: The Post
Minute Basketball: The Post
The post-up is the most intimate event on a basketball court. At no other moment are players closer together for a longer period of time. The offensive player has the defender on his back, likely with several points of contact. Arm or shoulder on back, hips, feet: there are more bonds of connection than usually happens in the NBA.