Why Basketball Fundamentals are Outdated

In this episode, Alex Sarama talks about the traditional notion of fundamentals in basketball. He discussed the concept of fundamentals, as commonly understood, holds back the development of skillful and adaptive basketball players. Alex emphasizes the importance of reframing the idea of fundamentals and adopting a more ecological perspective on skill acquisition. He explores the problems with the traditional approach to teaching fundamentals and highlights the need for a more functional and adaptable approach to skill development in basketball.
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Key Takeaways:
01:50 - We have no idea what fundamentals are...
06:16 - 5 problems with Fundamentals
11:52 - Advice from "pracademics" on how to apply ecological dynamics theory to practice design
18:05 - We want functional solutions
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[@jrobbo3307]

Do you consider learning techniques such as layups and Jumpshots as fundamentals? If so, why would you not teach people new to the sport those techniques? Surely if the layup and Jumpshot techniques are considered as fundamentals then it would be beneficial for those at the beginning of their learning would benefit from having a basic understanding of how to perform those techniques? As they progress I understand not spending time on perfecting technique since every individual will have their preferences on how to perform them, and adding constraints to their training around these techniques will benefit them since like you say, game situations very rarely allow us a wide open shot, but if we avoid showing them techniques to begin with, surely it would only create problems further down the line? This isn't in any way trying to discredit the work, I'm a fan of the learning methodology. I just want to know for clarity if you consider learning techniques is the same as "fundamentals"?

[@TransformBball]

Thanks so much for your insight coach. This blog article describes the concept in much more detail than we could fit in the comment. - transformingbball.com/why-its-not-about-fundamentals/ Let us know if you have still have questions afterwards!