When facing a stagnant defense or a team that excels at loading the help side, introducing multiple actions to force defensive shifts is essential. This breakdown details a Box Double High Screen set. The primary objective of this action is to use early misdirection to scramble the defense, forcing multiple closeouts and help-side rotations, before…
Among the metrics in vogue these days is one called usage rate. The concept is really quite simple as it merely means the number of possessions in a game that a player utilizes. The formula is easy to compute and only needs 4 standard hoop stats, FTA’s, Assists, FG’s and turnovers. To arrive at a…
As coaches, we are always looking for ways to manipulate man-to-man defenses, create space in the paint, and give our best playmakers multiple options out of a single set. If you want a set play that flattens out the defense and flows seamlessly from a quick hitter into a continuity action, look no further than…
Late-game situations—or just a stagnant offensive quarter—require a trusted set play that guarantees a high-quality shot. When you absolutely need a three-pointer, you can’t just rely on isolation basketball or hope a generic motion offense yields an open look. You need a targeted, deceptive action. Today, we are breaking down a highly effective Quick Hitter…
Close to twenty minute video with 7 quality shooting drills. Â Worth watching the video and picking out the shooting drills you want to add to your practice repertoire.
Getting your big man a touch on the block isn’t as simple as just dribbling down and dumping it inside. Good man-to-man defenses will three-quarter front the post, pack the paint on the strong side, and dig hard on the catch. If you want to feed the post, you have to engineer the entry. This…
