Level Up Basketball
You can't improve what you don't measure. These are the combine-style athletic tests and shooting benchmarks that tell you exactly where you stand — and let you prove you're getting better. Below are 11 free testing drills with video, grouped by what they measure: time your speed and agility, measure your vertical, and benchmark your shooting. Test now to set your baseline, then retest every few weeks.
Speed & agility tests
Time these like a combine — they measure the change-of-direction quickness and straight-line speed that show up in games.
Vertical jump tests
Measure your standing and max vertical — and your true height — so you know your hops and can track real gains.
3-point shooting benchmarks — by level
See how your three stacks up — hit the make benchmarks set at high-school, college, and NBA standards.
Game-shooting tests
Test your shot under game conditions — on the move and off the dribble, not just standing still.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Testing once and never again — retest every 3–4 weeks; the trend is the point, not a single number.
- Changing the setup between tests — same spots, same rules, same rest, or the numbers aren't comparable.
- Only testing what you're already good at — test your weaknesses too; that's where the progress hides.
- Skipping the warm-up before max tests — cold legs lowball your vertical and sprint; warm up first.
Know your numbers, then close the gap — the Level Up Basketball app turns these tests into trackable benchmarks and builds training around the areas you need to improve.
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