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HAMMER

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Another play that we will run throughout the season. Hammer, a classic shooter’s exit. It is also called guillotine or elevator.

#Half-court basketball plays #Special basketball plays

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HAMMER  - STEP 1:
STEP 1

HAMMER  - STEP 2: 3 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves
3 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves. 1 alters position to create defensive mismatches and penetration options.
STEP 2

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

HAMMER  - STEP 3: 1 blocks the defender, opening space for cuts, drives, or shots
1 blocks the defender, opening space for cuts, drives, or shots.
STEP 3

1 blocks the defender, opening space for cuts, drives, or shots.

HAMMER  - STEP 4: 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.
STEP 4

Small forward shifts to an optimal spot on the court to maximize offensive efficiency.

HAMMER  - STEP 5: Point guard moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow
Point guard moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.
STEP 5

Point guard moves to support teammates and maintain constant game flow.

HAMMER  - STEP 6: Center executes an effective screen maintaining the team’s offensive flow
Center executes an effective screen maintaining the team’s offensive flow. 4 sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities. 1 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.
STEP 6

Center executes an effective screen maintaining the team’s offensive flow. 4 sets a strong screen to free a teammate and create close-range scoring opportunities. 1 places themselves strategically to generate passing angles and anticipate defensive moves.

HAMMER  - STEP 7:
STEP 7

HAMMER  - STEP 8:
STEP 8