Ep 2681 Setting up an Offense

Basketball Coach Unplugged (A Basketball Coaching Podcast) · Aug 18, 2025 · 12m

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Setting up a basketball offense begins with a clear philosophy that is tailored to your team's personnel. Before implementing any specific plays or formations, a coach must establish the core principles that will govern how the team plays. The most critical of these principles are spacing, ball movement, and player movement. Proper spacing ensures that players have clear lanes to drive, cut, and pass. Quick, decisive ball movement is essential, as the ball can always move faster than a defender, creating defensive rotations and open looks. Finally, purposeful player…