Dallas Mavericks coach God Shammgod has must-see handles

Dallas Mavericks Player Development Coach God Shammgod has some unique ball-handling ability. See his highlights as part of NBA Handles Week.

The Dallas Mavericks signed God Shammgod as a Player Development Coach in 2016. He continues serving in that role today.

Some Mavs fans may not know a lot about Shammgod, so let us take a look. He was a McDonald’s All-American in 1995. Shammgod played two years of NCAA basketball at Providence before being drafted in the second round with the 45th overall pick in 1997.

He played one season in the NBA with the Washington Wizards. Shammgod took his talents all over the globe where he balled until 2009. He led the Chinese Basketball Association in scoring in 2004.

Shammgod began his coaching career in 2012 with Providence. He was there for three years before joining the Mavs.

Shammgod may be most popular for creating the crossover that bears his name. Russell Westbrook hit it last season against the Hornets which fans can see below.

The NBA is celebrating Handles Week. The Dallas Mavericks got in on the fun by showcasing a highlight video of their development coach’s best moves.

God Shammgod has that special ball-handling ability. He works with the Mavs players on improving theirs. It is a unique role discussed at length in this Washington Post feature.

Perhaps Luka Doncic learned a few tricks from his coach. Luka’s ball-handling display during his rookie season was nothing sort of spectacular. He had Mavericks fans jumping out of their chairs on a regular basis.

The upcoming season should be one of growth in Dallas. The team is hungry to make the postseason, but they may be a year away. Regardless, there will be plenty to cheer about with Luka and Kristaps Porzingis leading the Mavs charge.

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