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Ep 2786 Are You Giving Up Easy Layups Before the Defense Even Gets Set?
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Transition defense is arguably the most critical factor in defensive efficiency, yet it is often the most neglected aspect of practice. It starts with a non-negotiable mental shift: the moment the ball leaves a shooter's hand, the defensive possession begins. Great transition defense is not about speed; it is about floor balance and effort. A coach must enforce the "First Three Steps" rule, which mandates that the first three steps after a turnover or made basket are an all-out sprint toward the defensive paint. There is no time to mourn a missed layup, celebrate a…
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