Setting Up Three-Point Shots - Reminders from Kipling

 

How many three-pointers belong in your arsenal? That depends on your philosophy, separation, and shooters. If we want open looks, work for them. If we don't have long-range shooters, work on it. "Do more of what works and less of what doesn't." 

Individual. Some call it the "Side Steph" three. 

Attention to Detail breaks down Tatum's side dribble three. 

This video breaks down KD's dizzying array of separation moves including the lateral float dribble. 

Team actions. Solid screens, hard cuts, and shooters who quickly get balance are critical to making these actions work. 

"Winner" sets up multiple bites at the apple. 

"Portland" uses a staggered screen to get a game winning three. Note how Lillard fakes disinterest and explodes to the ball off the staggered screen. 

"Inside-outside" action can start in different ways. Here the shooter starts in the post, passes outside, and gets a screen. 

Elevator/Sandwich screen. 

Many are called but Few is chosen. Beautiful pair of staggered screens shared off of a Mark Few set. 

Lagniappe. Run through this thread. 

Everyone wants to WIN Championships. 🏆

But few do. So why do they win?

Here are 8 Reasons Why Teams Win.

[THREAD] 🧵

— Greg Berge (@gb1121) October 25, 2022

1. Make fewer mistakes.

2. Learn how to win.

3. Compete. Play harder for longer.

4. Be detail-oriented.

5. Practice harder. Hard practice makes easier games.

6. Practice smarter. 

7. Embrace roles.

8. Develop leaders.