Get open & receive continuous 1-on-1

STEP 1

Player at the top, defense passes the ball and closes out on the shooter; Player O2 will make a cut toward the screen to create space and receive the ball at 45°.

STEP 2

Player O2 makes a V-cut, first reaching the screen and then moving to W to receive the ball; it’s important that Player O1 anticipates the pass so player and ball arrive at W simultaneously.

STEP 3

When Player O2 receives the pass, they must threaten the basket (triple-threat), X2 must close out the shot and space to prevent penetration through the center of the court.

STEP 4

Player O2 must look for the opportunity to attack the basket, can choose to attack the baseline or the elbow; player O1 must react to move without the ball toward the dribbler’s direction.

STEP 5

1 alters position to create defensive mismatches and penetration options. 1 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.