Zone Defense 1-3-1 critical situations (ball to high post)
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Zone Defense 1-3-1 critical situations (ball to high post)

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Zone Defense 1-3-1 critical situations: ball to high post

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#Zone defense basketball plays

STEP 1
If the ball reaches the high post, defender 5 prevents 4 from turning while 3 executes a 2x1. Defenders 2 and 4 move down to the low posts while 1 protects the rim.
The best outcome for the defense is for 4 to pass to 2 or 1 so the zone can recover.
Another option is to include defender 2 (ball side) in the trap (3x1) to make 4’s pass more difficult.
STEP 2 The initial setup is organized to create synergy between movements, screens, and passes for the opening play.
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