How to Post Up Your Defender with Karl-Anthony Towns

If you’re a basketball player, working the post is one of the most important skills you need. So for tips on how to post up a defender, we went to 2016 NBA Rookie of the Year Karl-Anthony Towns of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

In this video, Towns walks you through the keys to work in the post effectively, from where to start, dealing with double teams, and finishing.

For more tips, pick up the July issue of Sports Illustrated Kids featuring — that’s right! — Karl-Anthony Towns on the cover!