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5 Open

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5 players open, cut, replace, backdoor, screen moves...

1. First pass to corner to cut opposite side; pass if cutting alone.
2. Replace movements to invert the ball.
3. When ball reaches center, opposite 45 backdoor to opposite corner; pass to basket possible.
4. Corner to open 45, play screen; if not possible, pass to replaced center and play other side again, backdoor and screen.

#Half-court basketball plays

FAQ: Basketball Plays for Half-Court Offense

5 Open - STEP 1:
STEP 1

5 Open - STEP 2: 2 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves
2 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. Center moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space. 3 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. 4 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.
STEP 2

2 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. Center moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space. 3 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. 4 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.

5 Open - STEP 3: Point guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense
Point guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. 4 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. Small forward moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space. 5 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense.
STEP 3

Point guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. 4 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. Small forward moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space. 5 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense.

5 Open - STEP 4: 5 shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency
5 shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. Point guard changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities.
STEP 4

5 shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. Point guard changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities.

5 Open - STEP 5: Small forward sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities
Small forward sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities. Power forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. 2 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. 5 alters position to create defensive mismatches and penetration options.
STEP 5

Small forward sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities. Power forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. 2 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. 5 alters position to create defensive mismatches and penetration options.

5 Open - STEP 6: Small forward places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves
Small forward places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.
STEP 6

Small forward places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.

5 Open - STEP 7: Initial positions are set so the team can move in a coordinated way and create space
Initial positions are set so the team can move in a coordinated way and create space.
STEP 7

Initial positions are set so the team can move in a coordinated way and create space.

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