The problem with AAU basketball isn't lax defense

Worthwhile article in the Wall Street Journal on the destructive effects of AAU basketball on top youth talent. Kevin Clark writes: "For some time, coaches have grumbled that the AAU’s emphasis on building stars and playing games over practicing produces a lot of talented prospects who have great physical skills but limited knowledge of the fundamentals." Clark cites the case of Michael Beasley, the No. 2 pick overall in the NBA draft last year, who was woefully unprepared to take the step to th