Using the body to control the dribble

[BigCat]

Originally Posted by BigT

I try to go around my back and my hip gets in the way and helps me control the dribble so I can maintain it.

I am dribbling between my legs and start to lose it use my leg to push it back to my left hand to continue the dribble.

I am looking through the book to find something on this. I know people have called an illegal dribble when using hips, thighs, etc to help dribble or control the ball. Cant remember why this is sometimes called and sometimes not. That is why I wanted to start this discussion.

I have to say i havnt seen anything like this. ive seen guys try to go around back and hip gets in way. if ball gets stuck on hip the dribble is ended. if ball gets away after that they have to pick it up. i just dont see players using their hips and legs on purpose when dribbling.