HIGH CURL ISO Play Decoy cut—2, high curl cut—4, Iso for 4
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3 ISO
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4 5
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CURL and POST Starts with pick and pop for 4. On 4's catch, 3 curls over 5 down screen as ball is reversed to 2. Timing is crucial. 2 catches and immediately throws to 5 posting. Key—3 curls hard and knocks 5's defender off the high side. 5 can seal, catch and score.
3 5
2
4 1
3 5 1 4
2
POST SPECIAL—3 Man Use 4 and 5 as passers up top. 2 gets two screens and is decoy cutter. On 4 to 1 pass, 3 is isolated in post after screening for 2.
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5 1
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POST UP
1 4 5
VEGAS This can be run as a play to end the half, game, or to get an open three anytime. 1 makes UCLA cut to the basket. He stops inside the block and cuts up the middle of the floor to catch and shoot a three. 3 and 5 set double screen and ―close the door‖ and free him for shot.
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HUSKER Reverse Staggered screen by 4 and 5 for 2. On 2's catch another 4-5 stagger for 3 to catch and shoot.
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4 5 2
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SPARTAN POP Double Ball screen used to get 4 open. 3 cut off 5's down screen. If 5's defender hedges, 5 slips to the basket for lay up.
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4 2
5 1
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3 4
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JB Special for Point Guard This play will free your point guard after a wing entry and basket cut using staggered screen by 4 and 5.
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3 5 1
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FLARE 5 Box set窶認lare for 5 man for three pointer
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5 1
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EURO SWING A common play in European basketball. Creates options for both scoring perimeter players, 1 and 2. Initial action for 2 sets up secondary swing action for 1 for shot or isolation.
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5
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2 1 2 4
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5
3
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4 5 2 3
SHUFFLE DOUBLE/DOUBLE 1-3-1 set Entry pass to 4 as 3 shuffle cuts off 5. Flex cut by 2 on ball reversal. 5 to 1 pass signals staggered double for 3. 4 and 5 continue across the lane and stagger for 2 along the baseline.
2 3
5
4 1 2
3 5 4
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2
4 5
4 1
5
1
3
BUTTON HOOK Post Special This play will isolate your best post up player in the paint to catch and score. 4 uses a screen for 1 as a decoy to button hook back to the ball as it is quickly reversed.
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5
4 2 1
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4 2
5 3
1 4 2
3 5
TRIPLE to Post This can be run for any of your perimeter players who can post and score. Point passes to wing and cuts to opposite corner. Pick and pop by 4 as 3, 4, and 5 set triple screen for point. 1 takes the open post cutting high or low as screeners space out on left side.
5 3 4
2
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1
5 3
1 OR
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5 3 4 2
COWBOY Weak Action Action starts with hand back. Double on ball screens set up back screen for post up. Secondary action comes from weak side down screen action for best scorer
2 Hand Back
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4 5
1
CURL and PIN Triple option play. First option is for 3 off staggered down screens. Secondary action comes from 4's pin down on 2 who releases to the wing for open shot. Third option is 4 posting up after pinning down for 2.
2 3
5 4 1
3 2 1 4 5 OR 3 5
2
4
SIDE OB—Three Point Special This three point special starts with 2 getting open on wing. 3 cuts hard down lane using screens from 4 and 5. 5 then pins down for 4 as he releases outside the three point line for open look from 3.
2 3
1
4 5
1 2
4 5
3
3
1
2 4 5
UCLA Lob Special Basic UCLA entry and ball reversal to 4. On reversal to 3, look for possible slip to basketball by 5 on down screen. 5 steps to corner, setting up back screen and lob to 4.
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2 4
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LOB
1 4
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DIVE DECOY This is a quick hitting play that uses 4 as a decoy. 1 passes to 2 and hold his spot. 4 dives to right block demanding the ball. 5 cuts off 4's tail to set quick down screen for 3. Look for 3 to be open for a split second in the middle of the lane.
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5
1
HOOK IN Special This play will free 4 man in the lane for a quick score. 1 dribbles out to wing and 2 uses 5 to get free for three. 4 screens across lane for 3. As screen is set, 4 turns over left shoulder to catch quick pass from 1. Timing is crucial to make this play happen.
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3 2 5
3
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5
1 2
DAYTON ―73‖ Multi-option play that includes on ball screen, triple stagger, ending in little/big cross screen for post score.
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5 2 4
3
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1
5 42
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5 4 3 2
AMERICA’S Play ―Flood‖ A variation of America’s play. Goal is to isolate 2 in the lane as 3, 4, and 1 flood the right side of the floor. Starts with on ball screen and normal cross screen at blocks. 4 dives to right side, allowing 5 to screen down and free 2.
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3 4
5 1 2
3
1 4
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2 5
3 4 1
X ACTION for Three The X action off the high post by 1 and 2 set up a lob possibility for 1. The secondary action is for 2 to cut ball side and 1 to cut off 4 and 5's staggered screens for an open three on top.
4 2
5 1
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3
4 5
2
1
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3
4 5
2
BASELINE CUTTER Special In this special, staggered screens free cutters along the baseline. 4 cuts baseline first as a decoy. He catches on left wing from 1. 2 and 5 continue their staggered screen action for 3. 3 can cut, catch and score or cut and post on the left block. Final option is for 5 to use 2's screen to curl for quick shot in the paint.
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2 3 1 5
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2 3
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5 2
1
STANFORD Double Curl Quick hitting play from the Stanford curl/rub series. 4 and 5 screen for 3 curling over the top. 3 continues cut to right corner to clear the lane. 5 quickly screens again for 4 who curls hard into the lane to catch and score.
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4 5
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2 1
BOX SET—Choice Quick hitter from the box set. 3 is your best scorer in this play. Give him the option of using a single screen on the right side or a double screen on the left side. 4 can screen and post on right side option.
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4 1
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4 5
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5
3 4
WILDCAT Hand Off Special This hand off/on ball special is designed for 2. His goal is to use the on ball screen to drive to the paint. If this doesn’t happen, look for 1 coming off screens from 4 and 5 for a shot.
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3 4
2 1
3
5 1 4
2
1 3
5 2
4
Hand Off
MIAMI HEAT—Chest Get A quick hitting play that gets 1 open on the right wing followed by an on ball screen. The right side of the floor becomes a two man game for 1 and 4. Another option is for 5 to duck in and seal defender on the left low post and receive pass from 1.
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1
3 4
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3
5 4 2
1
SWING POST On first ball reversal from 1, 4, to 3, players shift into different positions on the floor. On ball reversal from 3 to 1, 4 and 2 exchange on right side as 3 uses flex screen to post up in lane. 4 to 3 pass creates one on one scoring opportunity for 3.
5 3
2 4 1 5
3
2
4 1
5
4
3 2 1
BULLS X Lob This was a play the Bulls ran for Scottie Pippen for a lob. Play is initiated with a guard to guard ball reversal. The X action off the high post eliminated any weak side help. If lob is not there, Pippen posts in the lane to score.
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LOB
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5 1
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4
POINT GUARD Double Back This play starts with X action off the high post. First option is for 3 to pass to the corner and cut to the post for post up. 2 drives ball to the wing and 1 uses 4 and 5 off staggered screen to get open for shot.
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5 1
2 1
2 4 5
3 Cut and Post
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4 5
2
SINGLE/DOUBLE This play is a good scoring option for your best scorer, 2. 1 dribbles out to the wing to push 2 to the middle of the lane. 3 fills and receives reversal pass from 1. 2 has a choice of cutting out the single or double side to catch and score. Post Option—If 2 comes out the single side, 5 posts on right side. 4 can cut to high post to eliminate weak side help.
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3 1
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4 1
2 5
3
6 CALL—Back Screen Special Time tested play used at Arizona for All-American Sean Elliott (3). Starts in 2-1-2 set. Guards X the post after entry pass. On ball reversal, 3 uses back screen to post up on left post up area. 2 gets double screen after he sets back screen for 3.
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3 5
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1 4
2 3
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2 1
4 5
3
POINT CLEAR This play is designed to clear the middle of the floor for your point guard or best scorer. Double stacks create a set play look initially. 2 and 3 flatten out to the corners to draw defenders. As dribbler begins penetration, 2 and 3 read their defender. If help is given, 2 and 3 slide up to receive pass. If no help is shown they stay flat.
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2 4
1 4
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5
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X
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X
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DUCK AND POP Cutting action sets up a curl and pop option for 3 and 5 respectively. 1 and 3 cut initially to set up ball reversal. On reversal from 2—4—1, 3 curls using 5's screen, followed by a screen down by 2 to free 5. This play is perfect for a scoring 3 man and a 5 that can shoot the perimeter jump shot. Both options will be present.
5
3 4
2 1 3 5
1 4
4 1
OR
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3 5 2
HIGH DIVE Special This play can yield a lay up or post up by 3 or a three point shot by 4. Starts with a double flare for 1 who catches on the left wing. On the catch, 4 screens for 3 diving to the basket. If 4's defender helps a little on 3's cut, 4 steps out behind the line to shoot a three. False action between 2 and 5 on the right wing will occupy the weak side defenders.
5 4 2
3 1 5 1
2
4 3
5 1
2
4 3
DOUBLE CUT Special On ball entry, 1 cuts to the lane to screen for 3. 3 uses screen to score possible catch in lane then continues to right short corner. 4 pops out to catch ball reversal from 2. Screen the screener action as 5 screens for 1. On 1's catch, 5 steps out of the lane to screen for 3 who cuts into the paint to catch and score.
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5 1 3 1
2
5 4 3 5 1
2 4
TRIPLE – FLARE -- CROSS This is a two option play for a shooter and a posting 3. Starts in triple stack and dribble out to right wing by 1. Ball reversal to 5 signals a 4-2 flare screen. On the catch by 2, if no shot or bounce possible, 4 screens across for 3 to catch and score or post up and score.
2 5 3
4
1 3 4
1 2
5
3 4
1
2 5
CINCY ISO This is a quick hitting isolation play for 1. After entry pass to 2, 1 replaces himself and gets ball back. On pass, 2 cuts hard to left corner. This leaves the right side open for isolation for 1 to score. 3 can circle behind to catch if 1 needs to pass back out.
4 5 2
3 1
2 4 5 3 1
FLOOD This play offers three good looks to score. First option is 1 using the on ball screen to penetrate into the paint to score. Two, 3 gets open with screens from 2 and 5. On 3's catch, 5 continues across the lane to screen for 2 for quick shot. Additional action can be designed if 1 reverses to 4.
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3
5
4 1
3
2 5 4
1
OR
2
5 4
3 1
POST BUTTON HOOK This is a high low play that starts out with a dribble out to the left wing by 1. 5 back screens for 2 as 4 gets open at the top of the key. On the catch, 4 looks quickly to 5 stepping into the lane. Immediately 4 reverses back to 1 and 5 button hooks back to the left block to catch and score.
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4
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3 1
2
5 1
3 4
5
2 3
1 4
POST DIVE and FILL 1 pushes 2 through to the top of the key with dribble out. When 2 catches 4 sets on ball screen and roll. 3 clears to the right corner. 5 fills high post and catches from 2 and looks for high low pass to 4 stepping into the lane.
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2 1
POST RUB & ISO This is a good play for isolating your best post scorer in the low post area. 3 catches from 1 and 1 clears to weak side. On the catch, 4 rubs off 5's screen and cut to high post. This presents two options: 5 seals after screening for 4 OR ball is reversed to high post and 4 hits 5 on a post seal. 1 and 2 occupy defenders on the weak side.
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4 5 1
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4 5
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5
1
OR
2 4
FLARE—ON BALL Special 1 receives staggered flare screens from 2 and 4. First option is skip pass to 1 for open three pointer. Second option is to reverse to 2 and on ball screen by 4. 2 can penetrate and pitch to 1 on left wing. Also, 1 can clear to right corner, leaving the left side open for two- man game between 2 and 4.
4 3
5
2
1
5
1
3
4 2 OR
5
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3 4 2
CIRCLE LOOP Misdirection play set up by 1 man making entry pass to 2 and cutting through. 2 brings ball to top on the dribble and looks for 1 on left side. Second option is 3-5 screen for 4 curling to catch and score on right side.
3 4
2
5 1
1
4 3 2
5
OR
1
4 3 5 2
SHUFFLE LOB Special This play comes from the standard shuffle—double action. On ball reversal 3 shuffles off 1's back screen for an open look in the paint. 1 immediately back screens for 5 for the weak side lob pass.
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2 4
5 1
2
1 3
5 4
3 1 2
5 4
ISO RIGHT This play uses false screening action to set up a right side isolation opportunity for 3. On 1's dribble out to left wing, 3 uses 4-5 screen to get open on top. On the catch, 2 cuts under basket to left corner. 4 and 5 screen for 2 to occupy their defenders as 3 drives down the lane to score one on one.
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4
2 5 1
4
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2
1 3
2
4 5 1
3
ZIP CURL Special This play has four scoring options starting with a high post rub cut by 3 off 5. Second, 1 drives off 5's on ball screen to score in the paint. Option #3 is a pass to 3 coming off double screen by 2-4 for a shot. Last option on 3's catch is 2 curling over 4 and 4 sealing to catch and score.
2 4 5 3
1
2 4
3 5
3
2 4
1
1
5
FLARE Cross Special This double flare start in a three guard alignment with 1 at the point. 2 and 3 flare off screens from 4 and 5. First option is for 2 to take an open three or penetrate. On catch, 4 immediately screens across for 5, as 5 cuts to catch and score. 1 and 3 slide to the left side, leaving the top of the key open for 4 to pop and catch for high low action.
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2 1
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3 1
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5 1
2
HIGH POST CLEAR This clear out play can be used to score quickly in three ways. One, as 3 and 5 clear to the right side, 4 catches at elbow and drives left to open side to score. Second option is hand off from 4-1 for penetration by 1. If 4 fakes the hand off, 3 comes out of the corner using screens from 2 and 5.
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2
5 1
3
5
2
4 1
5
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4
2 1
HAND OFF--LOB This play starts with a hand off from 1 to 2. 1 cuts through to left corner and 2 uses quick on ball screen from 4. First look is to 1 coming off 5's baseline screen and two is a back screen lob for 4.
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5
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4 1
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5 4
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5
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3 4 2
1
DOUBLE ACROSS Quick hitting play for 5. 3 uses double screen from 2-4 and catches on the right wing. 2-4 continue across the lane and double screen for 5. 5 cuts low and catches in the paint to score.
3 5
2 4
1
5
2 4
3 1
TRIPLE OPTION This play contains several scoring opportunities. From a double stack 3 and 2 cut opposite to get open for shots. On ball reversal to 4, 5 is isolated in the paint for high low pass. On ball reversal to 2, 3 slashes for the ball as 5 and 4 double screen for 1, freeing him at the top of the key.
4 3
2 5
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2
4
5
3
1
OR
1
5 2 3 4
PORTLAND ZIP This play starts in a double stack with 2 cutting over the top to left wing and 3 underneath to right wing. On 1-3 pass 4-5 stagger screen away for 2 for shot. If not, ball is reversed to 1. 4 curls over 5 to catch ball in the paint and score.
2 4
3 5
1 4
5 2
2 OR
1 3
4 5
2 1
DOUBLE SWING Double swing uses the same action twice in the same set play. After ball is entered to 3, 1 cuts to block and uses 4's down screen to return to original spot. 2 and 3 again swing the wings, with 2 receiving three staggered screens to get open on the right side. After screening for 2, 3 empties out on the left wing.
3 5
2 4 1
2
5 4
3
1
5
4 3
2 1
WARRIOR CURL SLANT Starts with a wing entry pass followed by a hand off. 1 gets on ball screen from 4 and drives to the paint. Next look is to 2 and dump down pass to 5 on block. Third option is to look for 3 curling off screen away by 4.
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4 3 2 1
5
4
3
2 1
5
OR
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4
3 1
BULLS DRIBBLE #1 Dribble wing action starts this play, looking for 5 coming off 2's cross screen. Ball reversal from 1-4-3. 4 follows pass with on ball screen and roll with 3. 2 comes out opposite side off two staggered screens from 5 and 1.
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4 2
3 1
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3
1 4
2
5
3 4
1
POST GONZO SEAL 5 to 4 down screens initiates the play with 4 catching from 1. 3 cuts hard over 5's screen. 5 steps in after cut to seal and catch in paint. If not open, 4 reverses to 1 and 1 passes to 5 sealed in the post.
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5 1
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2 4
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2 1
4 OR
BIG X Wing dribble out sets up ball reversal from 1-2. 3 cuts on baseline using 4 and 5's screens to free him. On 3's catch 4 quickly cross screens for 5. 4 screens and cuts to elbow in case of switch on cross screen.
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2 1
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5 1
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5 1 2
GUARD CHOICE Great play for your best scorer. On wing pass 1 cuts to the basket and 3 fills at top of the key. 1 has choice of using single screen to the left side or double screen on the right side.
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2 1
4
1 5 2
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4
1 OR
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5 2
4 HIGH LOB This is a quick hitting play that is set up by consistent ball reversal through 4. 1 hits wing and cuts through to right corner. 3 bounces once toward 4 cutting to top of key. Ball fake by 1 signals quick back cut to the basket by 4. On the weak side 2 steps up the sideline to occupy his defender.
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4 2
3 1
1 4
5
2 3
45 CROSS
BASELINE CROSS This play ends up with a small-big cross screen. 1 dribbles to the wing pushing 2 to the corner. Ball reversed to 3 as 2 runs baseline. 3 can pass to 2 in left corner for shot. 1 screens down for 4 then cross screens for 5. On 4's catch 5 uses screen to get open in paint.
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2 1
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2 1
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1 4
3
SEATTLE HI-LOW High low action is the result of this play. 1 looks for 5 on initial back screen from 3 and 3 pops high to catch. 4 on ball screens for 3 for ball penetration and kick to 2. 5 comes high to catch and pass high low to 4.
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3 5 1
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1 3
2
4 3
5 1
ZIP LOB This is a great play in transition or as a set play. 1 passes ahead and screens for 5 and come high off 4's down screen. Ball reversed from 2 to 1 as 4 back screens for 3 for lob. Last option is 3 using double screens from 2 and 5 for shot.
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2 4
1 5
4
2
3 1
3 4
5 2 1
HORNS This is a great play at the end of the quarter, shot clock, or game. 1 has the choice to get into the paint to score. As soon as his feet hit the paint, 4 and 5 screen in to release 2 and 3 for a jump shot. Third option is for 4 and 5 to duck in and seal defender for bounce pass and score.
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3 1
2
PISTON BOX SIDE Box set with 1 dribbling to left wing. 3 and 2 down screen for 4 as 5 posts up. Ball is reversed to 4 and he pass fakes to the right wing and returns the ball to 1 on the left wing. On the catch 5 sets on ball screen for 1 for ball penetration to the paint. On weak side 3 uses down screens by 2 and 4 to separate for shot.
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5 1
4 Catch and Pass Fake
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5 1 4
PRINCETON BOUNCE Classic back door action from the Princeton offense. Double stack set and wing pass entry. 1 clears to opposite corner and 2 fills high. 3 dribbles hard at the right elbow as 4 walks his defender to the corner. 3 picks up the ball and forward pivots away from defender. This is cue for 4 to cut back door to receive pass from 3 for a lay up.
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3 4
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3 2
Back Door Cut
CHIP This play creates an open three for a good shooting post player. The screen-the-screener action occupies 4's defender, allowing 2 to set a good screen on him to free 4. 4 must be ready to catch and shoot quickly. Secondary action is a quick 2-5 cross screen for a post feed.
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3 4
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SHOT
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2
2 4
14 HIGH LOW Starts in 1-4 high set with entry pass to 4. 1 accepts flare screen from 5 to catch on left wing. 5 dives to basket after screening and 3 clears to right corner. On 4-1 pass, 5 back screens for 2 and receives down screen from 4. 5 looks for open jump shot or high low pass to 4 stepping into the paint.
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1 5 1
3 2
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4 3
1 5
HIGH STACKS This play starts in high stacks and is initiated by 1 dribbling to right wing. 2-4 back screen with 2 catching on top. Weak side down 5-3 down screen to free 3. On 3's catch 4 cuts to high post and 5 seals defender in paint. An open shot for 4 is created or a post seal by 5.
3 5
2 4 1 4
3
1
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4
2 1
WEAVE 3 Action starts with dribble weave between 1-2-3. 4 sets quick on ball screen for 3 on left side and 3 turns corner to get to paint. 2 flare screens for 4 to free him for three point shot or one on one opportunity.
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1
CINCINNATI CURL Curl action comes from Cincinnati open post offense. 1 passes to wing and basket cuts as 3 fills for 1. On 2-3 pass, 2 cuts opposite and 1 uses 4's screen to curl into paint to catch and score. Next option is 4 to post after screening and catch from 3 to score.
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3 1 1
5
4 2 3
OR
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4
5 1
3
X HAND OFF Great combo set play that starts with X cuts off high post. On ball reversal to 3, 5 sets on ball screen as 3 drives left. 3 tries to turn the corner or hand off to 1. On weak side, 4 down screens for 2 for a jump shot or bounce into the paint.
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5 1
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5 3
2 5
3 1
4
SNAP BACK DRIVE This quick hitter will get the ball to your post player cutting to the basket. Plays starts with flat screen by 5 to free 1. 1 drives to 2 for hand off. 2 drives to the top as 3 and 4 exchange on the weak side. 2 stops and quickly snaps pass back to 1. 1 hits 5 diving to the rim.
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4 3 5 1
4 3
1 5
2
3 SQUEEZE This triple stack set play uses a decoy to set up an open three point shot by 4. Your best shooter, 2, cuts under the triple to get open at the top of the key. 1 clears to weak side after reversing to 2. On 2's catch, 5 and 3 squeeze 4's defender to get him an open three on the right wing.
5 4 3
2
1 5 4 3 2
5 4 3 2
1
LAKER HIGH Two high on ball screens set up this play. As 1 drives over top 4 dives to the rim for quick pass. 1 passes to 2 and sets up screen for 5 cutting to the paint. 4 fills high post for shot or dump down pass to 5 posting in paint.
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2 4
5 1
2
4 1
2
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5
5
3 4 1
FLEX UP Using a basic flex action, you can create a quick scoring opportunity. 3 flex cuts as ball is reversed. On 2-4 pass 3 sets up screen for 5. 5 cuts to the basket to score. On ball reversal, the regular flex action continues.
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3 5 2
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DRIBBLE SLICE Ball reversal from right to left will make the defense shift to create penetration. The 5-1 on ball screen will free 1 on the dribble as 3 sets screen away for 4. Options are A) 1 drives to the paint to score or B) 1 passes to 4 in the lane to score.
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3 1 1
4 2
5 3
4
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3 5
2
HAND OFF DOUBLE This is a two option play. Starts in 1-4 high set and ball is entered to 4. 1 follows pass to receive hand off and drive to right wing. 4 dives to right post area to seal and catch from 1. Second option is 2 coming off a 3-5 double screen.
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4
5 1
2 4
5
3
1
2
HAND OFF
4 3
5
OR
1
3X This play uses the X action using 5 in the high post. Ball is reversed to 5 at the top of the key. 2 cuts to right wing as 3 uses screens by 1 and 4. This is a specific scoring play for your 3 man.
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3
5 2
1
1
2
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2
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4 5
ISO LEFT The goal of the play is to isolate 3 on the left wing for one on one situation. 1 dribbles out to the right wing, pushing 3 to the block. On ball reversal, 4 screens for 3 to free him on the left wing. 4 and 5 stay on the right side to occupy their defenders at 3 takes his defender one on one.
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3
5 1
2
3 4 1
5 2
4 5
3
2
1
TEXAS RUB This action is keyed on ball reversal and back screen for 3 to open area of the floor. 4 and 5 pop out to pull their defenders higher on the floor. If 3 is not available, 1 uses 4-5 down screen for a shot.
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5
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4 1
1 3
2 5
OR
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3
1
5
4
2
CAROLINA LOB This is a great play to run against man to man and zone. 1 dribbles to the wing and 2 replaces 1's spot. On the 1-2 ball reversal, 4 flashes into the paint to draw his defender. At the same time, 5 crosses lane and sets back screen for 3 for lob play.
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2 1
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5
3
1 2
4
5
3
1 2
BOX Option #1 This basic box alignment can lead to multiple scoring options. Option #1 is designed for the bigs to step out on the floor and on ball reversal, 5 uses shuffle screen from 2 to get free in the paint to score.
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3 4
5 1
5
4 1
3 2 1 4
5
BOX Option #2 This basic box alignment can lead to multiple scoring options. Option #2 is designed to clear the right side of the floor for 2. The key is 4's pass fake to 1 before passing to 2 on right wing. Immediately on the catch, 2 puts it on the floor to the basket.
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3 4
5 1
3 2
1
5
4
3
5 2
1 4
BOX Option #3 This basic box alignment can lead to multiple scoring options. Option #3 is designed for ball reversal followed by on ball 4-1 screen. 1 uses the screen to drive into the paint to score. 2 spots up on the right wing for an open three if his defender helps.
2
3 4
5 1
3 2 1
5
4
3
5 1 4
2
TOUCH This is a great play when you need a post touch and score or foul. 4 comes from behind and calls ―touch‖ as he sets back screen on 5's defender. 5 comes circles behind to catch and score. Second option is ball reversal followed by dive and fill action. The goal is to get the ball directly in the post or on a high low feed.
4
5 3
2 1
4 1
3
5 2
4 1
OR
3
5 2
HOOSIER DOWN This is a good down screen/flex action followed by an on ball screen. Options are 4 coming off 5's down screen, 3's flex cut, and 1's penetration off ball screen. Three scoring options are available on 1's penetration; 1 drives to basket, dishes to 5, or dishes to 3 for shot.
4
3
5
2
1
5
3 2
4 1 3
5 2 4 1
INSIDE TRIANGLE This is an inside triangle set that can be run as a quick hitter or continuity offense. 3-4-5 are in a revolving screen and cut mode. 1 and 2 are available on the wings as receivers and passers into the post. Guards must move up and down sideline to occupy their defenders to allow inside scoring.
3
5 4 1
2
5 4
2
1 3
4
5 2
1 3
DOUBLE X Two scoring options are present in this set play. You can free your best shooter/scorer using two baseline screens. On 3's catch, 5 cross screens for 4 for post feed and score.
3
2 4
5
1
2
4 5
1 3
4
5 2
3 1
POINT SPECIAL Great set play for your point guard. This play contains the UCLA action, ball reversal, and staggered screens for 1 to create open shot or penetration on the catch.
5
4
3
2 1
1 2
4
3 5
3
1
4 2
5
BOSTON ZIPPER Boston zipper is one basic play with five different options. The first option is to clear 1 to left corner and screen away for 4. 2 uses screen in by 5 to get open on right wing for shot.
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2
5
4
1 1 3
1
2
5
4 2 5 3
4
BOSTON ZIPPER Curl This option is designed for a double staggered screen for 4, but ends with a hard curl into the lane by 5. After screening, 2 releases to the perimeter to prepare to shoot.
3
2
4
5 1
1 3
1
2
4
5
4 2 3
5
BOSTON ZIPPER Double Back The double back by 4 is the feature of the third option of Boston Zipper. The play begins the same way, but ends with 4 doubling back using screens from 2 and 5.
3
2
5
4
1 1 3
1
2
4 3
5
2 5
4
BOSTON ZIPPER Seal After bluff screening for 4, 5 dives to the right block. 1 uses 3's on ball screen to drive to the elbow to set up bounce pass in lane to 5 for power move to the rim.
3
2
5
4
1 1 3
1
2
5
5
4
4
3 2
BOSTON ZIPPER Baseline The fifth option in this play is for 1 along the baseline. Using a dribble drag, 3 takes the ball to the top of the key as 1 cuts to the right block. At this time, 4 and 5 sets baseline screens for 1 for open jump shot.
3
2
5
4
1 1 3
1
2
4
3
5
5
4
2
SINGLE DOUBLE A great set play for your best scorer. This play will start in triple stack and bring 5 high to catch. 2 cuts to the rim to set up a cut out the single or double side to catch and score.
3 5 4 2 1
1
3
4 2 5
1 2 3 OR
5
4
1-4 RIP Simple but effective play out of the 1-4 high set. 1, 3, and 4 are decoys in this play to isolate 2 and 5. The objective is for 2 to use the on ball screen to drive deep in the paint to score or bounce to 5 rolling to the hoop.
3
2
5
4 1
3
1 4
5
2
1
4 5 3
2
INVERT This play starts with invert action by 2-3 screening to release 4-5. 1 follows pass for hand off and 4 cuts high to lift his defender up the floor. This sets up a staggered 2-3 screen for 5. 5 cuts to open right post area to catch and score.
3
2
4
5 1
2
3
5
4
1
3
5
2 1
4
SWING DIVE This play starts by swinging the wings as 1 dribbles to right wing. On ball reversal to 2, 1 cuts through the lane to left corner. This action sets up a down screen by 4 on 3 to free him in the middle of the lane.
4
5 3
2 1
2 5
4
3 1
3
5 4 2
1
NEW JERSEY BOX From a box set, 1 uses on ball screens from 4-5. 2 cuts baseline off 3's screen to left wing. This signals a 3-4 back screen to free 4 in the paint. On ball reversal to 3, 5 sets on ball screen and roll for penetration.
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2
4
5 1
1
3 5
2
1
4
4
2
5 3
KENTUCKY CROSS This play starts with a dive cut by 5 using up screen from 4 and a corner cut by 1. 4 pops high for ball reversal and passes to 2. Two options are available here; 3 cutting to open post off 5 and 1 coming off stagger from 4-5.
4 2
5
3 1 1 5
2
3 4
1
3 2
5
OR
4
DEVIL DIVE This action starts with the over-under action by 2-3. After ball is entered to 2 4 dives to left block off 5's screen. 4 is an option as well as 3 who makes Euro cut using 5's screen.
5
3
4
2
1 1 2
3
5
1
4
4 OR
2
5
3
LITTLE/BIG Great set play for a scoring post player. 1 enters, cuts, and sets cross screen for 5. On ball reversal, 1 returns to perimeter to catch on right wing. On catch, 2 cross screens for 5 to open post.
5 3
2
4 1 5
1
3
2 4
5
2
3
1 4
UCLA UP This play starts with the UCLA cut and is followed by an on ball screen from 5. 3 drives over the top of the on ball screen looking for 1 on the right baseline. 2 uses screens from 4 and 5 to curl into lane for shot.
4 3
5
2
1
2 4
1 5
3
4 5
2
1 3
STACK 3 This unique alignment can lead to an open three pointer or drive to the basket. 2 pops out of stack with 5 after on ball screen for 1. Ball is reversed to 2 and uses on ball screen by 5 to drive to the basket or pass to 3 on the wing for an open three pointer.
3
4 2 5 1 4 1
3 2 5
4 1
3 5 2
SHUFFLE STAGGER This is the first in a 5 option package using the shuffle action. 4-5 pop out to start the action. On ball reversal 4 shuffles off 3 as 5-3 stagger for 2 for open shot.
3 5
2 4 1 2 3 4
1 5
4
2 3
1 5
SHUFFLE CURL This is the second in a 5 option package using the shuffle action. 4-5 pop out to start the action. On ball reversal 4 shuffles off 3 and 3 cuts to left corner. 5 screens away for 2 and 2 curls into the lane.
3 5
2 4 1 2 3 4
1 5
2
4 3
1 5
SHUFFLE LOB This is the three in a 5 option package using the shuffle action. 4-5 pop out to start the action. On ball reversal 4 shuffles off 3 and 2 clears to the left corner. 3 sets back screen for 5 for lob pass.
3 5
2 4 1 2 3 4
1 5
2
4 3 1 5
SHUFFLE ON BALL This is the four in a 5 option package using the shuffle action. 4-5 pop out to start the action. On ball reversal 4 shuffles off 3 and and 2 clears to the left corner. 5 sets on ball screen for 1 to create penetration to the open side of the floor.
3 5
2 4 1 2 3 4
1 5
2
4 3 1 5
SHUFFLE DOUBLE This is the five in a 5 option package using the shuffle action. 4-5 pop out to start the action. On ball reversal 4 shuffles off 3 and 2 clears to the left corner. 4 receives down screens from 3-5 for open shot.
3 5
2 4 1 2 3 4
1 5
2
4 3 1 5
DOUBLE CURL Special Guarding the curl is a difficult defensive assignment. This play incorporates two curls for scoring easy baskets. Play starts with back screen for 4, followed by cross screen for 3 curling to the goal. The second curl is set up with ball reversal to 5 and a down screen by 4 to free 2 in the lane.
3 4
5
2
1
4 1
5
3
3
2 4
2 5
2
DOOR This is a proven set play for a three point shot attempt late in the game. 3 is used as a decoy to catch, return pass to 1, and curl over screens by 4-5. 1 drives the ball from left to right as 2 cut between 4-5 as they screen and ―shut the door.‖ This will free 2 for open three point shot.
3 2
4 5
1
4 5
2 3 1
2
4 5
3 1
14 CURL/TRIPLE Many scoring opportunities exist with this play. 2 and 3 may get free for a shot or drive from the initial flare screens by 4-5. Next, 5 cuts down lane with screen from 4. Finally, 2 takes triple stagger to get open for shot on left side.
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4
3
2 1
4
5
2
1 3
5
4
2
1 3
DOUBLE BACK Shuffle and screen the screener action are combined to make this a dangerous play. 5 uses shuffle screen by 3 to cut into open area, follow by a 4-3 down screen for open shot.
3
2
4
5 1 2
3
5
1 4
2
5 1
3
OR
4
ISO ―4‖ Triple stack at free throw line give this play a unique look. 3 breaks out of stack and catches on left wing, followed by on ball screen from 5. 4 down screens for 1 and pops out to catch. 4 has right side of floor for one on one isolation situation.
5 34 1
2 2
1 3
2
5 4
1 4 5
ISO
3
RAM JAM 1 cuts from right corner to get pass on left wing. 2 down screens for 3, freeing him to the top. Ball is reversed from 1-3-2. Play ends up with 2 man on ball screen and roll situation with 5 flashing high.
3 4
5
1
2 4
5
2 1 3
3 1
5
4 2
SWING--SWING 2 swings through to start the action. 1 and 3 cut as ball is reversed to 3 up top. On pass, 2 swings through the lane to the right wing for shot. 4 posts after screening for post feed opportunity. Other option is 1 coming off down screen from 5.
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3
4
5 1 3 2
4
5
1 4
5 2 3
BOX CROSS From the box set, 2 clears to the corner. 3 back screens for 4 cutting to the right post up area. 5 pins down for 3 to free him at the top of the key. 3 can shoot open shot or go one on one on left side of floor.
2
3
4
5 1
2
3
4
5 1 2
4 3 5
1
UTAH Time tested play for three point shot. 1 enters and cuts to left corner as 4 flashes high to catch reversal pass. On 4-3 pass, 2 cuts off 5's shuffle screen to open lane area. 1 uses staggered 4-5 screen for open three point shot.
2
4
5
3
1 1 5 3
2 4 1
2 5 3 4
ARIZONA DOUBLE 6 Two perimeter players use 5 to ―X‖ the post to opposite sides. On ball reversal to 4, 3 cuts off 1 to open post area. On 4-2 pass 1 uses double screen by post players to catch and score.
4
3
5 1
2
1 3
2
5 4 3
2
1 5 4
PHILLY BLAST Great play to isolate your 2 man in the lane using double screen. 1 clears to left side after entry pass and back screen by 5. On ball reversal 2 cuts off 1's back screen, setting up a double screen on the right side. If 2 is not open, 4 can pop out of the stack to continue possession or to get open shot.
4 5 3
2 1
1
4 3
2 5
2 1 5
4 3
WHEEL The wheel action has a long and successful past. This play uses the wheel cut to set up a double screen for 4 coming to the top. On 4's catch, 1 cuts behind 5 to left wing for open shot followed by 4's down screen on 3.
4 5
2
3 1
4
3
5 2 1
5 1 4
3 2
OVER/UNDER POST Swing post is a set play to get the ball inside in the post up area for your best post scorer. The play starts with the over/under action by wings. On catch, 4 slides down to post area as 3-5 screen for 1. Ball is reversed from 1 to 3 as 5 seals defender for post pass.
3
2
5
4 1
1 4
2
5
3
5
2
3
4 1
DOUBLE POST CROSS Special play for scoring post player using small/big cross screens. Starts with UCLA action by 1 and cross screen for 4. Ball reversed through 5 to 1. 3 screens across for 4 to catch and score.
4 5
3
2
1 4
1 3
2 5
4
3
2
1 5
HOOSIER WEAVE This play uses the weave and on ball action to put maximum pressure on the defense. Two hand offs set up a 5-3 on ball screen. Three options: 1. Drive to basket, 2. Pitch to 1 spotting up for a three, 3. Post pass to 4 stepping in.
5
4
2
1
1
3 2
4 2
5 OR
3
1
1-4 HIGH--DOUBLE The 1-4 high set offers a multitude of scoring actions. In this play the ball is entered to 4 in high post. 2 cuts quickly backdoor and 1 comes for hand off. On weak side 3 uses 2's back screen as 2 comes uses 4-5 screen for open shot.
3
4
5
2
1 2 3
5
4 1
2 3
5
4
1
1-4 HIGH—POST CURL This is another good option from the 1-4 high set. Ball is entered to 4 and reversed to 1 on the left wing. 3 clears to right corner as 2 uses back screen by 5. After back screen, 5 receives down screen from 4 and curls into paint to catch and score.
3
4
5
2
1 5
3 2
1 4
2
5 1
4
3
1-4 HIGH—DOUBLE AWAY This option begins with a wing entry and 5-1 back screen. On ball reversal from 2-5-1, 2 cuts to open block. This sets up a 4-5 double for 3 in the right corner for shot. 4 and 5 are also available to possible slips while screening.
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5
4
2
1 3 4
1
2
5
2
3 4
1
5
1-4 HIGH—ON BALL SPECIAL After wing entry pass, 1 cuts to ball side corner. 3 clears out left side of floor with cut to right block. 4-5 set double on ball screen to free 2 for drive to basket. Next option is 5-4 back screen for 4 into the post area. 5 can pop out after screen for shot opportunity.
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4
2
3
1
5 4
2
5 1
3 2
5
4
1
1-4 HIGH—DOUBLE DOOR This 1-4 set features the ―door action.‖ 1 cuts to the rim after entry pass as 3 fills high. 3 drives ball to left wing and 2 moves down to right block area. This action sets up his cut up the lane as he uses 4-5 screen to free him for shot.
3
5
4
2
4
2
1 1 5 3 1
2 5
4 3
POINT CHOICE Great set play for a scoring point guard. After entry pass, 1 cuts to the basket as ball is reversed to 5. 2-4 set up double on right side and 3 provides single screen on left side. Point has choice of cut. If 1 comes out on right side, 4 has post up opportunity also.
3
4
5
2
1
1 3
4
5
1 3
OR
5
2 4
2
OREGON ―GREEN‖ This play uses a 4-5 stack to create action for 3 cutting to right corner. On 2-3 pass, 2 uses stack to empty to weak side. On ball reversal to 1, 4 curls over top of 5 to catch and score in lane.
4 5 2
3 1 4 5
3 2
1
4 5
2 1
3
BALL-BALL Two consecutive on ball screens are featured in this play. 2 gets open on top and immediately drives left using on ball screen by 4. 3 slides for open three opportunity. When ball is reversed to 1, he immediately drives to open side off 5's on ball screen. This is a great isolation play for 1.
2 3
4
5 1
3
5
4 2
3 4 2
5 1
1
TROJAN 2 and 3 start the action by swinging the wings. 1 enters to 3 as 2 uses 45 stagger to get open along right baseline. Ball is reversed to 1 and 3 cuts through lane using 4-5 to get open on left wing for shot or post pass to 5.
5
4 2
3 1
4
5
3
2 1
5
4
2 3
1
TRIPLE STACK Triple stack on left side allows 2 to get open in left corner. On 2's catch, 4 and 3 cut into open areas on top and ball is reversed from 2-4-3-1. Once 1 catches, 2 cuts to open right block area using back screen by 5.
4 3 5 2 1
2
4 3 5
1
5 1
2 4
3
3 SWING Screen the screener action starts this play. 3's screen frees 2 to catch on left wing. 1 and 4 interchange. Ball is reversed from 2 to 4 to 5. 1 screens across for 3 to catch on right block to score.
5
2 4
3 1
3
5
2
1 4
3
1 5
2 4
COUGAR POST This 2-1-2 set begins with ball being entered to 5 at FT line. 1 and 2 ―x‖ the high post. 1 uses down screens by 2 and 3. to get open on right side. 2 and 3 continue to screen across for 4 for post up on right block.
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3
5 1
2 1
2
4
3
5
2
3
4
1 5
UCLA BACK Multiple cutting action sets up this back screen play for 5. Starts with wing entry and UCLA cut by 1. 3 reverses to 5 and get hand back as 1 cuts baseline using 4 screen. On 3-1 pass, 4 back screens for 5 for lay up.
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5 3
2 1 4
1 3
2
5
2
4
1
3
5
SNAP BACK 5 Great set play for a scoring post player. Action starts by 3 screening down for 4. 1 relocates to ball side corner. On 4's catch 3 cross screens for 5 for post feed. 3 screens and cuts into high post. On 3's catch, 2 screens 5's defender in the middle of the lane for a post feed on right side of the basket.
5
4 3
2 1
1
5
3 4
2
1
5 2
4 3
SEATTLE CLEAR Great set play for a slashing scorer. 3 and 4 set double on ball screen to start the action. 4 pops high for ball reversal after screening. 3 sets screen away for 5 curling into the lane. After screening, 3 gets open to catch and drive to open side of the floor for one on one opportunity.
5 4 3
2
1 5
2 1
3 4
2
5
1
3 4
PHOENIX BLUE This post special is set up by baseline cut and catch by 1. On ball reversal from 2 to 1, 4 and 3 screen across for 5 to catch on left block.
2
4 3 5 1
4 3 5
1
2
1
4 3 5 2
SCREEN & GO 2 is the main priority in the is set play. On ball reversal from 1-2-3, 2 cuts through lane and screens for 5 as 4 flashes high. 3 reverses to 4 followed by a staggered baseline screen by 3-5 for 2.
5 4 3 1
2
5 4 3 2 1
5 3
2 1
4
BLUE DEVIL This play features a combination of on ball screens, down screens, and cross screens. 1 hands off to 3 to get play started. The 5-3 on ball screen pushes 2 into the lane to cross screen for 4. 5 pops high to catch, followed by 2's cross screen for 4.
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2
4
5
2
2
4
4
3
1
1 3
1
3 5
CORNER RUB Rub action is featured on this play. 1 corner cuts after hitting the wing. 4 dives to right block and 5 cuts to high post. Ball reversed from 2-5 as 1 cuts over top of 4's screen. 4 steps in behind 1's defender to catch in lane to score.
5 3
2
4 1
1
5 3
2
4
3
4 5
1 2
ISO LOW This play starts in a 1-4 high set and is entered to 5. 1 cuts off 4 and quickly screens for 3. 4 down screens for 1 for open shot. If no shot is available, 1 throws post pass to 4 isolated on the left block.
3
4
5
2
1 1 2
3 4
5
3
4
2 1
5
FLIP FLOP Penetration and ball reversal make this a good scoring play. 5 pops to catch to start the action and reverses to 3. 5 follows with on ball screen and roll. On weak side, 4 and 1 exchange. On 4's catch, 1 screens across for 5 for quick catch and score.
4 2
3 5 1 4
2 3
1 5
2 5
1 4 3
HAND BACK DRIVE Great set play using the hand back and on ball screen. 1 enters to 4 on wing and follow for hand back. 4 uses 5 to cut over top for possible lob pass as 2 fills right corner. 1 uses on ball screen by 5 to get into lane to score or bounce to 4 stepping in.
3 4
5
1
2
5
3
4 1
2 2
4 5 3
1
SOONER RED Great set play for a scoring perimeter shooter. Action starts with dribble to wing by 1 as 2 and 3 re locate. 3 catches high as 1 and 2 swing wings. 3 dribbles to left wing to set up 4-5 squeeze screen for 2 for jump shot.
3
2
5
4 1
2
4
5 3
1
2 3
5
4
1
COUGAR The over/under action is used to begin this play. On 1-3 pass, 2 cuts baseline as 4 cross screens for 5. 5 cuts to high post and catches from 3 and passes high/low to 4 in lane to score.
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5
4
3
1
4
5
3
2
1
2
4
3
1 5
FLARE AWAY This play begins with double flare for 2 for an open shot. 4 uses back screen at elbow to free 4 on the right post. This sets up double screen away by 1-5 to free 3 for open three at top of key.
3
4 5 2
1
4 5
3
2
1
4
3 5 1
2
ZIPPER UP This play features a lot of movement and scoring options. 1 passes and loops back to original spot. 2 uses 3 to cut along baseline. Ball is reversed to 2 and screening action sets up 2 or 4 for a shot.
3 2 5
4 1
3 2 4
5
1
4 3
2
5 1
RAZOR TRIPLE This play starts in 1-4 set and ball is entered to 5. 1-4 exchange spots and ball is reversed to 4. On pass to 1, 2 cuts off triple screen. Last option is 3 coming off double screen by 4-5.
3
4
5
2
1 3 5
1 4
2
1
3 45
2
BADGER BOX Great set play for a scoring lob pass. Starts in box set with 2-5 up screen. Ball reversed to 2 and he uses on ball screen from 4 and pitches to 3 on left wing. 4 takes two back screens to lob.
3
2
4
5 1
5
3 4
1 2
5
3 2
4
1
EXCHANGE Great set for post scorer. Starts in box set with down screen 5-1. As 1 catches 3 back screens for 4. Ball reversed to 3 and dribbled to left wing. 4 screens across for 5 for lay up.
1
3 4
5 2
3 4
5
2
1
4
5 2
3
1
FLAT POST Great set play for a scoring post player. Starts in 1-4 flat set with bigs getting perimeter players open. Ball entered to 3 as 5 screens for 4 inside. 3 drags dribble to top of key as 4 screens across lane for 5 to catch and score.
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3
2
5
1
5
4 1
3 2
5
4
1
3 2
UCLA POST This set play start with the traditional UCLA action. 5 sets on ball screen for 2 as 1 cuts baseline using 3-4 double screen. On the pass, 3 curls over the top of 4 exposing the open post. 1 feeds 4 on block for post scoring opportunity.
4 5
3
2
1 3 4
1 5
1
4
2
3 5
2
CARDINAL X Early hand off action start this set play. 2 reverses to 4 and cuts off 5 to left corner. 4 reverses to 3 and cuts away. 5 sets on ball screen for 3 and he penetrates to lane to score or drop off pass to 4 stepping in.
3 2
5
4
1
1
3 5
2
4
2 3
4 1 5
SHUFFLE REVERSE The versatile shuffle action is featured in this play. Ball is entered to 3 as 2 shuffles off 4. Ball is reversed to 5 and 1 on the right wing. 4 slides down the lane to seal and post defender. Post pass sets up post score.
4 2
3
5 1
4
3
2
5 1 2 3
4 1 5
HURRICANE Great isolation play for 3. Starts in double stack with 2 cutting to left wing for entry pass. 3 gets 1-4 screen and catches on top. 4 sets on ball screen and 3 drives to open side of floor and gets to the basket.
2 4
3 5 1
3 4
5 2 1
5
1
2 3
4
LAKER CURL #1 This play starts with two on ball screens by 4 and 5. 5 screens to free 4 at top of the key for a three point shot. 2 clears to left corner as 1 cuts through lane and screens for 3 for score.
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3 5
4 1
2
3 4
2
5
1
3 5 1 4
LAKER CURL #2 This play starts like Laker Curl #1 with two on ball screens by 4 and 5. 5 screens to free 4 at top of the key for a three point shot. 2 clears to left corner as 4 throws back to 1 on right wing. 3 back screens for 5 for lay up.
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3 5
4 1
2
3 4
5
1
3
2 5
1 4
TRIANGLE #1 This is the first option from the inside triangle set. 1 dribbles to right wing, pushing 3 through the lane to cross screen for 5. As 5 posts up 4 down screens for 3. 3 cuts to top and catches from 1 and reverses to 2. 4 turns and posts on the left side of the basket for scoring opportunity in paint.
5 2
3
4 1 3 5
2
1
4
4
5
2
1 3
TRIANGLE #2 Great set play for a scoring post player. 1 enters, cuts, and sets cross screen for 5. On ball reversal, 1 returns to perimeter to catch on right wing. On catch, 2 cross screens for 5 to open post.
4 3
5
2
1
2 4 1
3 5
2
4 5
1 3
TRIANGLE #3 This is another option from the inside triangle set. Starts in double stack and ball is entered to 2. 3 fills up top and catches and reverses to 1. 3 screens for 5, then screens quickly for 4. 4 cuts under screen to catch and score.
3 4
2 5
1
5
4 1
2 3
4
3
1
2 5
TRIANGLE #4 Another scoring option from the inside triangle set. Starts with 5-1 on ball screen and 4-5 back screen. Ball reversed to 3 after screen from 4. 5 back screens for 4 for lob, then steps in to catch in lane.
2 4 3 1
5
2
5 3
1
4
5
2
4 1 3
TRIANGLE #5 This play starts with a triple stack on the left side. 3 cuts to left block using 2's cross screen. 5 pins down for 4 to free him at the top. Ball reversed from 1-4 as 3 sets cross screen for 5 for easy basket.
2
3 4 5 1
3
4 5
2
1
5
3 1
4
2
BULLDOG LOB This play features an on ball screen followed by back screen lob action. 1 enters to 3 and screens for 5. 3 drives off 5's on ball screen to the middle of the floor. 4 immediately back screens for 5 for lob at the basket. This is a quick hitting play that requires timing and good passing.
4 3
5
2
1
2 4 1
3 5
2
4 5
1 3
GUARD POST Excellent set play for posting a guard to scoring in paint. Starts in two guard front with ball reversed to 4. 1 an 2 cut as 5 fills high. Ball reversed to 3, leaving lane wide open for 1 to post, catch and score.
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4 3
1
2
1
5
4
3 2 2
1 3
4 5
EURO SLICE This play starts with an up cut by 2 using 4-5 screens. Ball reversed to 3 and 1 cuts over top of 4-5 double screen. 1 doubles back to cross screen for 4 as 5 flare screens for 2. 3 has two passing options; pass to 4 inside or 2 on the three point line on right wing.
4 3
5
2
1 4 5
3 2
4
1
5
3 2
1
HOYA A simple but very effective play. 1 uses the single/double action to get open on left wing. 3 cuts out of double to right corner and 4 cuts high to erase back side help. 1 may get open jump shot on left side or post pass to 5 sealing inside.
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5 3
2 1 3 5
1
4 2
5
3
4
1 2
BLAZER ROLL This play comes from the box set and starts with a wing dribble out by 1. 2 back screens for 5, then 3 gets staggered screen from 2-4. Ball reversed to 3 at top of key. On catch 3 receives on ball screen from 4. 3 drives ball hard to left and hits 4 on roll to the basket.
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2
5
4 1
3
5 2 4
5 4
1
2 1
3
DENVER DOUBLE 4 screens to release 5 up top to begin this set play. 2 uses 3-5 stagger to catch on the left wing. 1 cuts under 3-5 for possible shot on left block. 4 down screens for 3 for open shot at free throw line.
2 3 4
5 1 2 3 1
5 4
53 2
1 4
PHOENIX TRIPLE This set play can be used when you need a basket most. 1 is used as a decoy in the play but 3 is the intended target. 1 enters and gets hand off from 2. 1 uses on ball screen by 5 to set up triple. 3 cuts hard off 4-2-5 staggered triple for open shot.
4 2
5
3 1
4
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3
5 1
3 2 5
4 1
LITTLE/BIG CROSS The little/big screening action is featured in this set play. 1 uses on ball screen by 5 to left wing. Ball is reversed to 5 and 2 cross screens for 4. If no pass is available, 5 reverses to 3 and 2 cross screens again for 4 to free him in lane for a catch and score.
4 2
3 5 1 3
4 2
1 5
2
1 3
4
5
DOUBLE RIP Great set play for getting the ball to the post. 1 reverses to 2 and screens for 3. Ball reversed from 2 to 3 as 1-5 cross screen for 4. 3 puts ball on floor to left side as 1-4 cross screen for 5.
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5 3
2
1
5 1
4
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3
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3
5
CIRCLE LEFT This play uses the reverse action to set up a scoring option for 3. Ball entered right and driven left off ball screen by 4. As the action moves left, ball is quickly reversed to 1 as 3 cuts baseline off staggered screen from 5-4 for score.
3
5 4
2 1
3
1
5 4
2
5
4
3 2
1
HOOSIER BOX This is a good set for getting the ball into the isolated post. Starts in a box set with cross screens for 3 and 4. Ball reversed to 3 and 4 cuts baseline off double screen from 2-5. 4 may have open shot, or throws in the post to 5.
4
5
3
2 1 4
5 2
1 3
5
2
4 1 3
SCREEN AND GO This popular set play features the screen and go option. The plays starts by swinging the wings as the ball is entered to 3 on right wing. 1 cuts through to left corner off 2-5 double screen at block. 3 centers the ball on the dribble as 2 releases after screening and uses 4 single screen on right block to get open for score.
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4
5
2
1
5
4
2
3
1
1
2 5
4 3
RED ISO Great set play for isolating a scoring perimeter player. Quick hitting play that starts in double high stack. 3 releases and catches on top. 2 cuts under 5 to catch on left side. On catch he rips ball through and drives hard to the open left side to get to the basket.
2 4
3 5 1
2 4
5
1
3
2
4
5 1
3
PHOENIX ROLL This play features the hand off weave action between 1-2-3. The first 1-3 hand off sets up 3-2 hand off. As 2 drives left, 5 curls over 4 to catch and score in lane.
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4
3
1
5 4
1
2
3
5 4
2
ROUNDABOUT This play starts with a back screen for the 1 and a pin down by 2. 5 catches reversal pass and reverses to 1. 2 cuts under 3-4 screen and curls into the lane for catch and score.
5
4
2
3 1 1 1
2 5
2 1 5
4 3
BOX LOB DOWN This option from the box set features a lob and a screen down for a shooter. Play starts with 3-2 cross screen followed by 3-4 back screen. Ball thrown to 2 in corner as 5 screens down for 3 for shot.
2
3 5
4 1
2
3 4
1
5
1
4 3
2 5
COMEBACK This play starts with a corner pin down to release 3 up top. 1 reverses to 3 and cuts baseline to the right short corner. 3 stops and reverses direction back to the left side. Using screens by 4-5, 3 gets open for shot on left wing.
3
5 2 4 1
5
4 1
2 3
4 5
1 2
3
DOUBLE FLEX This set ends with a double scoring option for 1 and 3. The dribble weave/hand off leads to on ball screen by 5. 3 joins 4 in double screen for 1 cutting to open left block area. Second option is 3 cutting of 4-5 screen for shot at free throw line area.
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4
5
2
1
Handoff
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4
5
1 2
3 4 2
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1
TAR HEEL SPECIAL This set plays begins with a unique 1-4 high alignment. 4 and 5 are released to the wings as ball is entered to 5. 2 screens to release 3 on top. On 3's catch, 4 dives to right block to form double screen with 1. 2 uses double screen to catch and score at the basket.
3
2
4 5 1
4
3
2
5
1
1 4
2 5
3
TIGER POST Great set play for an easy basket by post player. Wings pin down for posts to enter to 4. Ball reversed to 1 and then to 5 on left wing. 1-4 set double screen for 2. On 2's catch 1 seals in 4's defender as 4 slips under screen to catch and score.
5
4 2
3 1
3
2 4
5 1
3
1 4
5 2
FLEX PUSH This action comes from the Flex set. Ball is reversed to 5 on initial pass. 3 cuts at 4, then pushed him across the lane and takes down screen from 1. Ball thrown back to 3 on right side and 2 cuts off 4 for lay up.
4
2
3
5 1 4 2 5
2
4 5
1
3 1
3
POWER This set leads into the Power continuity offense. Bigs pin down for 2-3 on block to free them on wings. Ball passed to 3, 1 down screens for 4. Pass reversed from 3-4 then 4-2, as 4 down screens for 5. Action continues until a good shot presents itself.
3
2
5
4 1 5
4 2
3 1
5
1 2
3 4
NEW JERSEY BOX The multi-dimensional box set offers a great scoring option with this play. 2-4 screen frees 3 on right wing. 5 and 1 screen for 2. Ball reversed from 3-2-1 as 5 cross screens for 4 for lay up
3
2
5
4 1 2
4
5
3 1
4
5 1
3 2
JAYHAWK Posts start at elbows and ball is entered to 4 on right wing. This action sets up ball reversal 4-5-1 and shuffle cut by 4 to open lane. Secondary action includes 5-3 setting double down for 2 cutting high for a shot.
3
2
5
4 1 2 3
1
4
5 2
4 1
3
OR
5
LITTLE/BIG Great set play for a scoring post player. 1 enters, cuts, and sets cross screen for 5. On ball reversal, 1 returns to perimeter to catch on right wing. On catch, 2 cross screens for 5 to open post.
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1
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