dev i cant lie man. you still one of my fav youtubers EVER. watching you train matty and kyle wong back in the day gave me so much motivation as a kid. 10000 hours in the fkn lab man. im 23 now. i just hoop at la fitnesses in LA. but idk. the love for the game will always be there. love your vids always man!!
You spoke the truth Devin. I made basketball my lifestyle then quit after I have given it so much and not seen anything in return. But sure enough, I picked the ball back up after 3 years hiatus. Fast forward to now, I get paid to go to watch NBA and coach kids to be better people. Thank you for sharing.
I remember the first time I tried out for a basketball team in the 8th grade, played pretty well, but got cut. I asked the coach what I could work on and he basically said it was because I had no left hand dribble and as a shooting guard it was pretty important. I spent that whole next summer and Fall dibbling with only my left had. I would dribble around the block, through my house, to the bus stop, all left handed. It ended up becoming my dominant dribbling hand and I was able to make the team for my next 4 years of school. Goes to show that if you put in the work, you can achieve your goals.
As a left-hand baller, I currently have that problem where I can be very shifty and explosive but I have no right hand. I would like to know the exact steps you did to develop your left hand
Man, I didn't start playing until I was fifteen or sixteen, and only started because in 6'5 and athletic from playing varsity football. You and a couple other youtubers really made it possible for me to catch up to people who'd been playing for years. Thanks man, nothing but love.
I was never a dribbler, I could shoot and play defense and only played in the streets. In my late 30s I decided to give it try and now I have decently tight handles (that are really effective because it’s unexpected by just looking at me). Part of the key is what he mentioned here, whenever I was in a space we’re I could dribble I would be dribbling. I also used this channel with a couple others for ideas and routines. I adjusted them to fit my old bones because most of what I saw was for kids taking it seriously. Great over all messages in this video and flow and edits were on point too
Dev , thank you for this video. I just hit 30 last Wednesday and I remember your video when you hit the sand dunes on 10000 hours many years ago. I’ve always loved your storytelling and cinematic feels to your videos . Even though I came to this video because I feel like I’m losing my game a bit , I came out with a lesson in life about making whatever I do part of my daily routine and remaining consistent if I want to see results . Thank you and much love
This is my EXACT handle story too 😂😂😂 I had a nephew that left a ball at my house when i was a kid and I dribbled it every day since moms didn’t trip. Still keep a ball that i can bounce in the house to this day 🙏🏾
Great video. Great way you put that together. It was awesome! Love how your Mom allowed you to handle in the house. My son is doing the same. Kids are the dreamers so you have to let them dream.
This was the same way I learn. I had my ball everywhere I go. I didn't need a court. My hands would be pitch Black from the dirt that accumulated from the ball and transfer to my hands. This is good advice.
Bro I'm from trinidad & tobago and your videos always impresses me. This vid in particular was short, sweet and straight to the point. Well narrated too. And you're right...to improve on any skill its ah lifestyle. Its everyday practice.
I just wanted to say thank you for this video . Everyone who needs/wants to be a good ball handler this video will help them out a lot. I did basically what you did when I was younger but I used a tennis ball instead of a basketball and within 9 hours I learn how to dribble with my right hand and it changed my game to the max but nowadays it's all about social media and no one cares about what people have to say but you making this video will open up a lot of people's eyes and they'll actually learn how to be a good player so thanks again I really appreciate you
I've been a fan since 2015 and whenever you post content it's always out of nowhere and fire 🔥 thanks for the many years of inspiration, motivation and the mindset to pursue whatever forms of passions we try to hone and develop in our everyday lifestyle! ✌️
I’m definitely coppin this ball. Another way I got my handles up was dribbling with thick winter gloves on. Dribble for like 20 min increments, take them off & it’s crazy how much better you can control the ball.
Fire 🔥 I pretty much learned the same way. Dribbling in my hallway, in the crib, getting an itty bitty basketball to dribble, and taking my basketball outside with me wherever I go
Can't lie you got one of the smoothest hesitations i've seen lol my parents had me on Music until i was in the 9th grade but during that time And1 mixtapes was a game changer for me that's what made me want to work on my handles
I got my handles in a similar way. Although I didn't have a foam ball, I used a regular ball and just did non-dribble skills while watching tv, listening to music etc.
I came up the same way with just raw talent had emulate and repetition! You triggered so many thoughts and feelings, well said! I feel the same way too!
When I play basketball I was 15 years old 🥲 my friend/classmate was a beast in playing it so I was kind captivated by him and I was really interested with it... Basketball wakes up the competitiveness in me.
Growing up my handles crazy and people always ask how well for one I was smaller Than everyone and shorter players seem to have better handles back then but one thing I always told people it has to be a mindset and mentality to goes together for u to be crafty cuz everyone has ball control
Dope vid …. I’m 45 I still hoop 4 times a week with all the youngsta’s I had to adapt with todays game ..mix wit a lil of the late 90’s. Thank u for the stretch info. 🔥
Man I was looking for some Kind of ball like that for long time. Tks By the way, I am 47 yrs old and stretching everyday (morning + before training + after training) changed my life and health…now I am balling at the same intensity as 25-30 yrs old guys. Respect 👊🏻👊🏻🏀🏀
What’s crazy is I was looking for something like this about 6 months ago and couldn’t find it anywhere. When my son (age 5) showed interest in basketball I immediately wanted to get him started with dribbling fundamentals. Know we spend more time indoors than outdoors nowadays I wanted him to still be able to practice while inside. Tim Hardaway had some contraption, but was super expensive and didn’t seem user/space friendly. This is perfect! I’ll definitely be ordering one for my son. One thing I never had as a kid was a handle or a jump shot. However I always had solid defensive prowess, ran the break and had CRAZY athleticism. If my son can carry the skills I did have and add a handle and jumper he’ll be nasty! I already think he’s gonna be taller than me. I’m 6’2”, my little brother is 6’4” and my dad was 6’5”. My son is later than my waistline at 5. I just might order one for myself too and finally develop that handle I never had 😂
man this is so relatable bro great video I didn't start getting into basketball until I want to say my freshman year of high school! And even then I didn't play for the team out of fear due to me being so short and also being very shy and worried about what everyone else thought. Like you said though in the video you dribbled around in your house I did the same thing copied moves from my favorite player Kyrie Irving and also used to try and copy moves from 2k id do with my myplayer. I would be dribbling for hours self teaching myself how to do these moves. My handles aren't as great as yours though id have to keep on practicing on how to do it in game and how I can make them more effective. great video man seriously!
God I remember finding this channel in middle school and watching it through high school. That was when basketball turned from a hobby into an obsession, an obsession into a love and therapy..
Dev idk anyone who would fall for your crossover I’ve analyzed it over the years and you learned how to manipulate the defender on a hall of fame nba player in that aspect because your footwork is world class to sell all your moves especially your AI I would watch the foot work of you putting your foot outside of their to sell drive and they bite and you’re already shooting the ball because as a defender you have to respect someone with your level of quickness that you still retain even in your older age
I'm extremely competitive. I was always captain at football and baseball. One day, I got picked last to play basketball because I didn't know how to play. My mum co-worker got me an old basketball the next day and it was ovrr that summer. I dribbled the ball everywhere and when it got easy, I dribbled walking backwards. I even studied Reggie Miller's shooting form(my favorite player even though im a long life Heat Fan) and made sure to use my wrist and not push with my arms. I started off not even being able to hit rim from the free throw line. All of this because I got picked last.
Bought this for myself and to support. Ultimately i found the ball didn't have quite enough bounce on carpet and the outside deteriorated too quickly in my opinion. It still functions and is still a good solution to this problem, i would just prefer something with more bounce. If you find/make this let me know ill buy it.
@@lilmarvv You know what? I like you dude! You got attitude. Of all the ankles in my ankle collection I’m gonna pride myself the most on having yours! I might even give you your ankles back! I like you cuz. You cool peoples! 😎
Cause of you not being able to look up anything as a kid, you became the look up anything source for this generation. Millennials man. We make the world a better place for the next generation. Those that came before us weren’t always trying to make it better for the next generation. More like be happy your here. Lol
Thanks! Ordering the ball for my son. Tired of having to remind him no balling in the house and being mad when wife/mom is telling him for the third time to stop. 😂
I'm 17 years old and picked up a basketball for the first time about 2 years ago.. Still cannot dribble at all and it pisses me off so much. I wanna join the high school team in my last year in school but I'm not good enough right now. I hope I'll finally decide to start putting in the work and work on my game so I can actually be good if I play in a team
Back when I had my bars I developed them dribbling in the dirt and grass in my back yard. Then I would practice Jamal Crawford moves and And 1 mixtape cross overs against my shadow on my drive way too.
Im 17 and i just started basketball cause i promised one of my friend that im going to be the best in the state by 21. He unfortunately passed away before our u17 district tournament
Do me a favor and hit this link to get the ball first: laylo.com/inthelab/74aox
Just order 3 of them
i got you
Ordered two for my kids. Thanks!
cant sry
Still waiting on my order.
dev i cant lie man. you still one of my fav youtubers EVER. watching you train matty and kyle wong back in the day gave me so much motivation as a kid. 10000 hours in the fkn lab man. im 23 now. i just hoop at la fitnesses in LA. but idk. the love for the game will always be there. love your vids always man!!
felt the exact same way watching this bro. im 25 now! The Trevor Dunbar series changed how i looked at the game. Thank you DEV!!!
Never heard anyone deliver a basketball story in this way.. pure poetry! ❤
You spoke the truth Devin. I made basketball my lifestyle then quit after I have given it so much and not seen anything in return. But sure enough, I picked the ball back up after 3 years hiatus. Fast forward to now, I get paid to go to watch NBA and coach kids to be better people. Thank you for sharing.
I remember the first time I tried out for a basketball team in the 8th grade, played pretty well, but got cut. I asked the coach what I could work on and he basically said it was because I had no left hand dribble and as a shooting guard it was pretty important. I spent that whole next summer and Fall dibbling with only my left had. I would dribble around the block, through my house, to the bus stop, all left handed. It ended up becoming my dominant dribbling hand and I was able to make the team for my next 4 years of school. Goes to show that if you put in the work, you can achieve your goals.
Big facts bro 👊🏀💯
As a left-hand baller, I currently have that problem where I can be very shifty and explosive but I have no right hand. I would like to know the exact steps you did to develop your left hand
Keep dribbling with both hands walk around and do it often and u will handle it better
I can dribble both I just can’t shoot well with my left
Started my journey 2yrs with your drills and I really got that thing on a string now. Currently working on footwork!
Thanks Dev
Man, I didn't start playing until I was fifteen or sixteen, and only started because in 6'5 and athletic from playing varsity football. You and a couple other youtubers really made it possible for me to catch up to people who'd been playing for years. Thanks man, nothing but love.
I was never a dribbler, I could shoot and play defense and only played in the streets. In my late 30s I decided to give it try and now I have decently tight handles (that are really effective because it’s unexpected by just looking at me). Part of the key is what he mentioned here, whenever I was in a space we’re I could dribble I would be dribbling. I also used this channel with a couple others for ideas and routines. I adjusted them to fit my old bones because most of what I saw was for kids taking it seriously. Great over all messages in this video and flow and edits were on point too
That’s so wild. Creative ass move Devin! From your childhood green ball to a silent green ball for others to use. I RSVP ‘d ✊🏼
Dev , thank you for this video. I just hit 30 last Wednesday and I remember your video when you hit the sand dunes on 10000 hours many years ago. I’ve always loved your storytelling and cinematic feels to your videos . Even though I came to this video because I feel like I’m losing my game a bit , I came out with a lesson in life about making whatever I do part of my daily routine and remaining consistent if I want to see results . Thank you and much love
Been there since the 1st 10.000 hours video and still getting me hyped to work on my game, body and mind every day. Keep working your magic Dev!💪🏼
This is my EXACT handle story too 😂😂😂 I had a nephew that left a ball at my house when i was a kid and I dribbled it every day since moms didn’t trip. Still keep a ball that i can bounce in the house to this day 🙏🏾
Brother your words are truly good we need this for our youth as indigenous people
Great video. Great way you put that together. It was awesome! Love how your Mom allowed you to handle in the house. My son is doing the same. Kids are the dreamers so you have to let them dream.
The advice about achieving things by making it a lifestyle is worth gold and alone deserves a sub. Props!
Love what you do devin never change man for real so much knowledge you have for the game its crazy God speed brother
This was the same way I learn. I had my ball everywhere I go. I didn't need a court. My hands would be pitch Black from the dirt that accumulated from the ball and transfer to my hands. This is good advice.
Bro I'm from trinidad & tobago and your videos always impresses me. This vid in particular was short, sweet and straight to the point. Well narrated too. And you're right...to improve on any skill its ah lifestyle. Its everyday practice.
I just wanted to say thank you for this video . Everyone who needs/wants to be a good ball handler this video will help them out a lot. I did basically what you did when I was younger but I used a tennis ball instead of a basketball and within 9 hours I learn how to dribble with my right hand and it changed my game to the max but nowadays it's all about social media and no one cares about what people have to say but you making this video will open up a lot of people's eyes and they'll actually learn how to be a good player so thanks again I really appreciate you
I've been a fan since 2015 and whenever you post content it's always out of nowhere and fire 🔥 thanks for the many years of inspiration, motivation and the mindset to pursue whatever forms of passions we try to hone and develop in our everyday lifestyle! ✌️
The narration feels a lot like a sequel to NBA Street: Homecourt. I love how smooth it is! Reminds me of why I love this game!
I’m definitely coppin this ball. Another way I got my handles up was dribbling with thick winter gloves on. Dribble for like 20 min increments, take them off & it’s crazy how much better you can control the ball.
Hi Dev, I wanted to ask, what's your weekly / daily stretching routine, and who do you watch to get advice from? Love the video!
you're a natural storyteller,
Dope akh! I wish I had that. I learned it the hard way.
Fire 🔥 I pretty much learned the same way. Dribbling in my hallway, in the crib, getting an itty bitty basketball to dribble, and taking my basketball outside with me wherever I go
Can't lie you got one of the smoothest hesitations i've seen lol my parents had me on Music until i was in the 9th grade but during that time And1 mixtapes was a game changer for me that's what made me want to work on my handles
I got my handles in a similar way. Although I didn't have a foam ball, I used a regular ball and just did non-dribble skills while watching tv, listening to music etc.
The greatest motivational video ever. 🔥🔥🔥
1:15 one of the craziest moves i've ever seen when you first did it. It rivals that move Kyrie did in his "Uncle Drew" commercial mad years ago
Man. Love the narration!!!!!!
He's right I had a mini ball and I used ro dribble all thru the house I need to get back to basketball I been gone for about 7yrs
You’re always finding ways to motivate people
I came up the same way with just raw talent had emulate and repetition! You triggered so many thoughts and feelings, well said! I feel the same way too!
“if what you do or who you want to become isnt a every day lifestyle it’ll never become your reality “
💯
I like the way this is put together. Very nice, man!
Great video, great message. Keep at it Holmes.
When I play basketball I was 15 years old 🥲 my friend/classmate was a beast in playing it so I was kind captivated by him and I was really interested with it... Basketball wakes up the competitiveness in me.
Good idea
Growing up my handles crazy and people always ask how well for one I was smaller Than everyone and shorter players seem to have better handles back then but one thing I always told people it has to be a mindset and mentality to goes together for u to be crafty cuz everyone has ball control
Big bro < 3 ❤
Well delivered. Respect
Keep em coming Dev ❤
This vid is art !!! keep grinding brother
Dope vid …. I’m 45 I still hoop 4 times a week with all the youngsta’s I had to adapt with todays game ..mix wit a lil of the late 90’s. Thank u for the stretch info. 🔥
Man I was looking for some
Kind of ball like that for long time. Tks
By the way, I am 47 yrs old and stretching everyday (morning + before training + after training) changed my life and health…now I am balling at the same intensity as 25-30 yrs old guys.
Respect 👊🏻👊🏻🏀🏀
Same here at 48 and I play league with my son's age. :)
I needed this
Got my support, Im super excited to the order ball and def pass it down to future generations
Came to see how he got his handles and left with some great life inspiration. Well done sir!
What’s crazy is I was looking for something like this about 6 months ago and couldn’t find it anywhere. When my son (age 5) showed interest in basketball I immediately wanted to get him started with dribbling fundamentals.
Know we spend more time indoors than outdoors nowadays I wanted him to still be able to practice while inside. Tim Hardaway had some contraption, but was super expensive and didn’t seem user/space friendly.
This is perfect! I’ll definitely be ordering one for my son. One thing I never had as a kid was a handle or a jump shot. However I always had solid defensive prowess, ran the break and had CRAZY athleticism.
If my son can carry the skills I did have and add a handle and jumper he’ll be nasty! I already think he’s gonna be taller than me. I’m 6’2”, my little brother is 6’4” and my dad was 6’5”. My son is later than my waistline at 5. I just might order one for myself too and finally develop that handle I never had 😂
Thank you bro. Motivational for all aspects of life.
Thanks for the motivation 💯
man this is so relatable bro great video I didn't start getting into basketball until I want to say my freshman year of high school! And even then I didn't play for the team out of fear due to me being so short and also being very shy and worried about what everyone else thought. Like you said though in the video you dribbled around in your house I did the same thing copied moves from my favorite player Kyrie Irving and also used to try and copy moves from 2k id do with my myplayer. I would be dribbling for hours self teaching myself how to do these moves. My handles aren't as great as yours though id have to keep on practicing on how to do it in game and how I can make them more effective. great video man seriously!
This is sick! Great vid. Way to keep it simple and attainable for everyone!
Sick moves man.
Dev, what a massterclass of marketing tho! love it
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God I remember finding this channel in middle school and watching it through high school. That was when basketball turned from a hobby into an obsession, an obsession into a love and therapy..
Dev idk anyone who would fall for your crossover I’ve analyzed it over the years and you learned how to manipulate the defender on a hall of fame nba player in that aspect because your footwork is world class to sell all your moves especially your AI I would watch the foot work of you putting your foot outside of their to sell drive and they bite and you’re already shooting the ball because as a defender you have to respect someone with your level of quickness that you still retain even in your older age
Great post. You called it..Has become a LIFE SYTLE
Shout out to you from Korea 🇰🇷 👏 thnx for good clips 💯
Dope
I'm extremely competitive. I was always captain at football and baseball. One day, I got picked last to play basketball because I didn't know how to play. My mum co-worker got me an old basketball the next day and it was ovrr that summer. I dribbled the ball everywhere and when it got easy, I dribbled walking backwards. I even studied Reggie Miller's shooting form(my favorite player even though im a long life Heat Fan) and made sure to use my wrist and not push with my arms. I started off not even being able to hit rim from the free throw line. All of this because I got picked last.
These really be my fav vids
The knowledge this man drops 🥲 thank you mate 🙏
Good advice !!!
This is so dope man! Huge inspiration bro!
First time viewer, liked and subscribed, and I'm getting that silent basketball. Me and my child can go bananas in the crib now, lol
same thing happened to me with soccer. and it increased my dribbling so much that tbh im finna make pros watch.
Great video!
I can’t lie Dev, you are Goat with that handle…. But that carry is severe at times 🤷🏾♂️😂🤣
Great story bro, well told!
i like your style, great video
picked up some wisdom for life in this one
Wow this was one HELL of a inspirational video. Thabk you
Preciate this 🔥
Sold!!! Great idea 💪🏽🏀❤️
this is EXACTLY how I did it, I’m more of a shifty and a fast break killer myself, anybody can really do this at their age today
Freestyle dribbling is so good. It’s all about creativity and having a ball to dribble
Preach Bro!
I love it ❤❤❤ from Korean fan of u.
Sounds amazing gonna wait to see if any good
Thank you for sharing your story my brother.
Bought this for myself and to support. Ultimately i found the ball didn't have quite enough bounce on carpet and the outside deteriorated too quickly in my opinion. It still functions and is still a good solution to this problem, i would just prefer something with more bounce. If you find/make this let me know ill buy it.
Just grabbed two for both my nephews! Salute!
Aw yeah!!!! All y’all better watch out! Now Imma have handles like Dev! I’m coming for all y’all’s ankles! 😂
💀
You have a long way to go
@@lilmarvv Just for that comment I’m taking your ankles first! I’M THE NEW ANKLE BULLY AROUND HERE!!! 😎
@@dtateiii 🤣 If Only You Knew
@@lilmarvv You know what? I like you dude! You got attitude. Of all the ankles in my ankle collection I’m gonna pride myself the most on having yours! I might even give you your ankles back! I like you cuz. You cool peoples! 😎
Thank U so much for this
you are an incredible salesman. hook, line and sinker.
Cause of you not being able to look up anything as a kid, you became the look up anything source for this generation. Millennials man. We make the world a better place for the next generation. Those that came before us weren’t always trying to make it better for the next generation. More like be happy your here. Lol
This is dope, when does the ball come out?
Thanks! Ordering the ball for my son. Tired of having to remind him no balling in the house and being mad when wife/mom is telling him for the third time to stop. 😂
I'm 17 years old and picked up a basketball for the first time about 2 years ago.. Still cannot dribble at all and it pisses me off so much. I wanna join the high school team in my last year in school but I'm not good enough right now. I hope I'll finally decide to start putting in the work and work on my game so I can actually be good if I play in a team
this is exactly how i learned my soccer dribbling and freestyling by just looking at what people did on youtube then going outside and recreating it
Back when I had my bars I developed them dribbling in the dirt and grass in my back yard. Then I would practice Jamal Crawford moves and And 1 mixtape cross overs against my shadow on my drive way too.
And 1 is where it started for me. It just gave me a more creative animation then when i had the strength n speed to get by ppl it was a wrap.
I LOVE IT !
Inspirational kool way to explain life lessons
miss these types of videos 😭
What is your name I saw this video put it on my coaching Facebook 1:55 beast dribble combo this guy is good!
do you have a video link on the stretches that u do? or perhaps make a video? reps and sets, what they're for
This tough dev! I salute you my brother and would love the opportunity to one day build with you in person Lord willing! This is a movie bro!
Im 17 and i just started basketball cause i promised one of my friend that im going to be the best in the state by 21. He unfortunately passed away before our u17 district tournament
nahh this a golden idea im copping immediately