How Kyrie Irving has Mastered the Change of Pace

Kyrie Irving is known for having the best handles in the nba. His control over the basketball is unreal as he can make any move to score the ball. One of the things that helps him is the change of pace. Kyrie is great at changing speeds to throw off the defense. In this video we break down how Kyrie has mastered the change of pace and how he uses it to score the basketball.

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[tonylittleton]

I think my favorite part of Kyrie's handles is his footwork. It's so clean. That first step is deadly.

[GoldenCobraDJ]

what we really need to talk about is his ability to finish, to toss in a variety of shots. He's the most impressive player i've seen when it comes to that.

[StoicLoneWolf]

I'm 6'3...about Kyrie's height and let me tell you, that stuff he does is very, very difficult. I'm nowhere near the type of ball handler Kyrie is but the change of pace that he implements in his game is very elite. I tried to do this a few weeks ago and although I'm 35, I wasn't even 1/10th of his speed and I lost control of the ball. He HAD to probably start this at a young age (pre-teen years at the minimal) because if you watch his high school tapes, he's already doing his stuff you see today. It's footwork, knowing your body, and momentum then the handles come and adapt to the speed. He's played at a fast/change of pace game pretty much his whole life and not one person in the NBA can dance with him...and I love watching every moment.

[khairt]

Watching Kyrie is like watching a Master in Action.

[slenduu]

Kyrie irving can do everything on offense.

[Hasan-yxhu]

One of the best breakdowns of Kyrie's game I've ever seen. Thanks for this!

[TheLunzDen]

He also slides his back ankle on the ground which makes his crosses more exaggerated which I think is a phenomenal technique but spooky to do lol

[djj]

He's more skilled than detroit's isiah Thomas with his handle, ambidextrous finish, & range! More refined than Ja. More court awareness than Rod Strickland. More tools than Steph Curry even!
Just plain lethal!! Hands down, greatest handle ever! Great compilation

[bullettomythheart]

In the first 5 seconds you should have said "Kyrie Irving is known for having THE BEST handle in the NBA" There is simply no one better.

[teddyp]

Bro I found your videos just last night and I’m amazed at how underrated your channel is and your understanding of the game and motion bro. Truly amazing keep it up!

[actavisprime]

I love everything about him on the court. From the way he plays to the way he hardly ever celebrates. He plays like a pro and acts like a pro….like I said on the court lmao

[ArmandoKozomara]

It's not even that he's exceptionally explosive on that first-step as defender often are able to stay with him initially but he just gets it done with his handles, change of pace, footwork and shot making ability from anywhere.

[darrellbarnes]

It's funny how everyone is on his tip now but several months ago they were against him

[cedricbrs]

Just found your channel, Incredible high quality content but criminals underrated Chanel. Keep grinding you gained a new subscriber. I follow many big Chanels and content wise yours is right there.

[joshh]

I subbed. My fav nba player all time is Kyrie

[flowmotion_]

As he controls his pace, he’s also controlling the defenders momentum.

4:39 if you watch on .5 speed, the defender charged at Kyrie full speed. While he was beginning his next stride, Kyrie was already standing upright. The defender stopped but his own momentum literally sent his legs flying. Kyrie then attacked to the left because the defenders momentum was still carrying him in the opposite direction. Kyrie was timing his movements the whole time, shits crazy 🤦🏽‍♂️

[landencrouse]

You ever watch someone's highlights and just laugh at how good they are ?

[bulbangs]

Kyrie has also mastered the art of Change of Place.

[customchs]

One second he looks happy being in a championship contender team, next he wants out. Truly a master of changing pace

[kenjuanwalker]

Great video man your on your way don't give up