Kobe Bryant’s 1 on 1 Two Dribble Midrange Pull Up Fade | Skill Set Series

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Diverting from the “no dribbles” theme but maintaining the 1 on 1 aspect, Kobe showcases his usage of two dribbles to create midrange pulls. Contrasting from one dribble yanks, two pounds allows him a greater separation opportunity as the defender is forced to guard beyond one stride. It’s important to note that Kobe does this when appropriate, he doesn’t take a second dribble unless the floor spacing permits it.

Whether right, left, baseline or middle, the direction he heads is always weak-side, or to an area of the court thats open and without impeding defenders - 1:13, 2:28, 3:06, 5:10, 5:52. In many instances, Kobe utilizes a low swing/rip thru in order to gain leverage on that first step - 0:59, 1:30, 3:20, 4:36. As his matchup works to recover, Kobe gets to his spot, stops on a dime and elevates into a fadeaway.

Kobe was primed to sit back and work his defender while isolated - 1:44, 4:50, 5:59, 9:05. He also had the ability to go quickly - 2:42, 3:26, 4:22. On many occasions, Kobe is tasked with shooting over multiple players. As he puts the ball down, a second defender leaves his man to run at Kobe and contest - 0:42, 3:48, 7:48, 8:49.

Regarding footwork, the majority of clips include Kobe using his customary 1-2. He hops into the gather, landing on both feet only a couple of times, typically doing so when manufacturing last second space requires a slight bump with the defender as he picks up the ball - 2:51, 4:43, 7:23. We also see a bit of his reverse pivot “step out on the catch.” He goes quickly on these as well - 1:52, 8:02, 8:09.

My personal favorite is 8:22. It’s the definition of “getting to your spot.” He uses that cross-body step I referred to in the jab step video. And although Kobe gets virtually no closer to the basket, he creates both space and seemingly perfect rhythm with those two dribbles. He rises up and knocks it in, straight as an arrow. Which clip is your favorite? Share in the comments.

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[elreiec]

Grabbing my notebook because class is in session ♾️

[Sheboygan.]

2:12 is an awesome clip as well. "Stay on him, Corey!" 🤣🤣🤣

[inexpugnabilis]

There were many impressive ones, but my personal favorite is the very last one 9:12
also in 8:30 you can see his parents Pamela and Joe watching their sons's greatness

[francomartinez]

The Master of Mid Range fade away jumper
#Black Mamba Mentality💪💪🐍🏀💜💛

[sushipongs]

Once I mastered this I'm OP and I need to watch this from Kobe 🤞🏽♾️

[YOURMINDMOTIV]

Pistons 2012 is easily my favorite. Seizing the moment. The fact that everyone knew what was coming and delivered!

[ArmandoKozomara]

Love this Kobe series. One of my favorite moves

[KobeKid]

Kobe’s bread and butter, sick video! #mambaforever

[inexpugnabilis]

Always a pleasure to see new videos of your channel recommended. 💪🏼🐍🐐

[carlosortiz]

This is one of the best Kobe Channels I’ve seen keep the Mamba Videos coming! 🐍🐍🐍🐍🐍

[ElevateSportsMotivation]

This video ignites a fire within me to chase my dreams relentlessly.

[alexlakers]

Quality upload. A pleasure to watch this.

[jxn]

Kobe (with MJ) have the two most beautiful jump shots ever

[Trinx]

@DomCarter I've been mia on accident bro, no notifications and I remember you on vacation for awhile. Welcome back on my behalf, your footage is VERY needed in these new 🐐 debates.

[zantanahoopz]

How tf do u make these BEAUTIFUL THUMBNAILS

[michaeltate]

Kobe, keep it simple 2 dribbles get as close as you can to the basket for a pull up

[yinitialize]

kobe accuracy early days were high, until he decides to carry it all on his back, 30 shoot attempts every day thats where his FGA getting lower

[rykimcruz]

Can you do Kobe moving without the ball (off ball moves)

[zvonkosolin]

That is Masterfull basketball, same thing Jordan use to do, Kob break them all, minimal effort maximum effect. Both MJ and Kob could do what ever they want in mid range, there is nothing you can do about it, double team, tripple team, hand in the face, it dont matter, they made a living in the mid range by cooking everyone

[Sheboygan.]

Great job on the breakdown and the video, as always. 4:28 might be my favorite clip because it happened in my favorite Kobe performance. His 52-point game vs Dallas in the 07-08 season is beautiful. I love watching the highlights from that one. And Mike Breen's call on the play makes it even better. On a different note, the clip from 2:05 is from an 02-03 game I don't think I've seen extended highlights from. I wouldn't mind an upload from that game if you have footage, Dom 🙏🏾