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Backhand

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Same as previous play, but for difficulty in first pass against zone. Interior players cross if they receive the ball when switching sides; otherwise, they move horizontally.

Basketball play backhand, step 1:
STEP 1

Basketball play backhand, step 2: center sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities
Center sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities.
STEP 2

Center sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities.

Basketball play backhand, step 3: small forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency
Small forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. 5 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. Power forward adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense.
STEP 3

Small forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency. 5 adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense. Power forward adjusts position to facilitate ball movement and anticipate the defense.

Basketball play backhand, step 4: 4 moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow
4 moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.
STEP 4

4 moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.

Basketball play backhand, step 5: center places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves
Center places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.
STEP 5

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

Basketball play backhand, step 6: 5 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves
5 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. 4 moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space.
STEP 6

5 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. 4 moves strategically to provide new passing lanes and open space.

Basketball play backhand, step 7:
STEP 7

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