How to Guard Bigger Players (Even If You’re Undersized)

What do you do when the player you’re guarding is stronger than you?
Most defenders try to fight force with force — and lose.

In this video, I’ll break down exactly how smaller defenders can guard bigger players using angles, leverage, and timing — not just strength. We’ll cover how to win the three key battles in the post:
🏀 Battle 1: Position — How to jam early, hold your ground, and keep bigs off their spots.
🏀 Battle 2: The Catch — How to deny the entry pass using advanced techniques like the Outside Shoulder Steal, Tony Allen Slingshot, and Pippen Front.
🏀 Battle 3: After the Catch — How to smother, cushion, and wall up to make every post touch a tough one.

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