ATTACK SYSTEM AGAINST MAN-TO-MAN FROM BOX FORMATION
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ATTACK SYSTEM AGAINST MAN-TO-MAN FROM BOX FORMATION

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Attack against man-to-man defense starting with a box formation (BOX). The movement begins with an entry pass to player #3 who receives a PIN DOWN (vertical indirect screen) from center #5 to small forward #3; if freed, he could shoot. Player #2 moves to the small forward on the opposite side. Step #1

With the ball at small forward #3, a vertical indirect screen is set at the top by point guard #1 to center #4, who opens up to the front of the perimeter. Player #3 can pass to player #4 for a three-point shot or to post #5 for a back-to-the-basket footwork move or to generate plays distributing passes from that position. Step #2

If player #3 cannot pass to either, or if player #4 cannot shoot, he returns the pass to #3; player #3 then passes to point guard #1, who receives a horizontal screen along the baseline from center #5 and cuts to the corner on that side (occupying the corner). If open or with a slight advantage, he can finish with a three-pointer. Step #3.

Finally, point guard #1 dribbles from the corner to the small forward and passes the ball in a low post position to #5. The rest of the players perform a CIRCULAR SPACING: #3 replaces #4, #4 replaces #2, and #2 moves toward the corner. Player #4 may also move to occupy the opposite elbow of the zone (ELBOW). Center #5 will finish or distribute the play from that position.

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ATTACK SYSTEM AGAINST MAN-TO-MAN FROM BOX FORMATION - STEP 1: Initial formation of players, ready to start the play with fluidity and clear passing lanes
Initial formation of players, ready to start the play with fluidity and clear passing lanes.
STEP 1

Initial formation of players, ready to start the play with fluidity and clear passing lanes.

ATTACK SYSTEM AGAINST MAN-TO-MAN FROM BOX FORMATION - STEP 2: 5 establishes a screen to create advantage and confuse the defense
5 establishes a screen to create advantage and confuse the defense. Small forward moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow. Shooting guard changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities.
STEP 2

5 establishes a screen to create advantage and confuse the defense. Small forward moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow. Shooting guard changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities.

ATTACK SYSTEM AGAINST MAN-TO-MAN FROM BOX FORMATION - STEP 3: Point guard performs a tactical screen causing mismatches in the opponent’s defense
Point guard performs a tactical screen causing mismatches in the opponent’s defense. Power forward moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.
STEP 3

Point guard performs a tactical screen causing mismatches in the opponent’s defense. Power forward moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.

ATTACK SYSTEM AGAINST MAN-TO-MAN FROM BOX FORMATION - STEP 4: 5 sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities
5 sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities. Point guard moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.
STEP 4

5 sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities. Point guard moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.

ATTACK SYSTEM AGAINST MAN-TO-MAN FROM BOX FORMATION - STEP 5: 3 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves
3 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. 4 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. 4 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. Shooting guard shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency.
STEP 5

3 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. 4 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. 4 changes location seeking advantage over the defender and scoring opportunities. Shooting guard shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency.

ATTACK SYSTEM AGAINST MAN-TO-MAN FROM BOX FORMATION - STEP 6: Players are positioned at key points on the court, seeking offensive and defensive balance
Players are positioned at key points on the court, seeking offensive and defensive balance.
STEP 6

Players are positioned at key points on the court, seeking offensive and defensive balance.

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