How can we attack weaknesses?
1. Use analytics. If we have the capability, assess an opponent for weakness...transition defense, three-point shooting, free throw shooting (e.g. Hack-a-Shaq).
2. Attack mismatches. A mismatch might occur in size, speed, or skill. Coach Knight opined that even against zone defense, you have choice of where and whom to attack.
3. Create mismatches. Many teams regularly or situationally switch.
4. Study video looking for advantage. Is there a vulnerability to pressure or a weak ballhandler?
Lagniappe. Screening the top of the zone...
We've seen this before....screen the middle of the top zone defenders to open a gap to drive off the top but I like the overload spacing and reaction to create a 2-on-1 advantage. pic.twitter.com/LtqfgblaYN
— Chris Oliver (@BBallImmersion) October 16, 2023
Lagniappe 2.
This message from Steve Clifford can be applied to every team at every level
— Hoop Herald (@TheHoopHerald) October 16, 2023
“Until we care about something besides how many points we score, we aren’t going to win much.”
Need to have a we over me mentality
(Via @HornetsOnBally 🎥 )
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