Split Cuts out of the Post: Reading Defenders
Split action is one of the most reliable and repeatable ways to create movement and shot opportunities out of the post. Here’s how it works, how to teach it, and why defenders struggle with it.
Teach Dribble Hand-Off (DHO) Actions Like the Pros
The dribble hand-off (DHO) is one of the most lethal and underutilized tools in modern offense. Here's how to teach and run it the right way — with detail, speed, and purpose.
"Elevator" Screens: How to Surprise Defenses
The elevator screen is a beautifully disguised set that has made its way from elite NBA offenses into systems at every level. Here’s how it works and why it’s so effective.
Using Hammer Actions to Create Open Corner Threes
The hammer action is one of the most effective ways to create open looks in the corner. This breakdown explores how NBA teams run it, and how you can implement it in your own offense.
Ghost Screens: How to Confuse Switch Defenses
The ghost screen may be one of the most deceptive yet simple actions in modern basketball. This breakdown reveals how slipping the screen at the last second can completely unravel switch-heavy defenses.
Spain Pick and Roll: Breaking Down the Modern Twist
The Spain Pick and Roll isn’t just another set—it’s a strategic, layered action that collapses defenses and creates mismatches. Here’s how it works, why it’s so effective, and how to read the coverage like a pro.
Understanding Spread Ball Screen Offense
Learn how the San Francisco Dons flow into a spread ball screen offense directly from their point series. A detailed look at timing, spacing, and how the trail big creates a double-side threat without stopping the ball.
Transition Offense: How to Punish Teams Before They Set
TCU doesn't just run fast—they run smart. Their transition offense is built on principles any team can adopt: early pitch aheads, rim pressure, and aggressive defense. Here's how they turn steals into scores and sprints into layups.
How to Recognize and Exploit Defensive Rotations
Great offenses don’t just beat their man—they punish defensive rotations. This article teaches players and coaches how to recognize rotation patterns and exploit the gaps they create for high-efficiency scoring.
Why Ball Reversal Breaks Defenses (And How to Drill It)
Ball reversal isn’t just about swinging the ball—it’s about forcing the defense to move, rotate, and eventually collapse. In this breakdown, we cover why reversals create offensive advantages and how to build drills that reinforce it in your players.
Drawing Two Defenders: The First Step to Great Offense
Great offense begins when one player forces two defenders to react. Whether it’s off the dribble, in the post, or coming off a screen, this breakdown reveals how to teach players to create advantages and trigger breakdowns in any defense.
How to Teach Players to Move Without the Ball
Mastering off-ball movement is essential for any player looking to elevate their game. This guide breaks down fundamental basketball cuts—from V-cuts to Laker cuts—and shows you how to teach timing, change of speed, and angles to get players open.
Offensive Spacing in Basketball: The Hidden Key Behind Every Great Possession
Offensive spacing is the foundation of effective basketball—learn how different alignments create driving lanes, open shots, and mismatches that lead to efficient offense.