In 3×3 basketball, matches last just 10 minutes – or when one team nets 21 points – and all you need to play is a hoop, a half-court and six players. “Basketball in any format relies on speed, agility, power, balance, strength, stamina and flexibility,” Alex Manos tells LK. “It’s the complete athletic package.” It also demands careful preparation to avoid injury. Here, Alex outlines his pre-match activation drills to help prevent injuries and boost your game.
Alex Manos
A physiotherapist, and an avid basketball fan. He is the former head of the medical department at Crystal Palace Football Club.
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