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2v2 Vertical - Defensive balance

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A continuous 2v2 is played aiming for a vertical and direct attack to the basket. On the defensive side, the goal is to encourage players’ quick transition mindset and perform defensive balance to stop the attack starting from midcourt.

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2v2 Vertical - Defensive balance - STEP 1: Point guard places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves
Point guard places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. Point guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. Shooting guard shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency.
STEP 1

Point guard places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. Point guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. Shooting guard shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency.

2v2 Vertical - Defensive balance - STEP 2: 6 shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency
6 shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. 4 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. Point guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. Shooting guard shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency.
STEP 2

6 shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. 4 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. Point guard adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. Shooting guard shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency.

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