Each player is located strategically to maximize effectiveness in the first phase of the attack.

Point guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. 2 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. 3 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. 4 moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space.

Shooting guard places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. Point guard changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. Small forward moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space. Power forward adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense.