How does the 1-2-1-1 or diamond press work?
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How does the 1-2-1-1 or diamond press work?
How does the 1-2-1-1 or diamond press work?
The 1-2-1-1 (diamond) press in basketball creates a diamond formation to pressure inbound passes, trap the ball handler, and force mistakes, commonly used at advanced competitive levels.
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