Ahmet Dedeoğlu
05-10-2008, 03:29 AM
MULTIPLE-CHOICE OFFENSE
by Aca Petrovic
OFFENSE
Aca Petrovic was head coach of Cibona Zagreb (Croatia) at three different times and won
a total of six championships and one Cup of Croatia. He was also the assistant coach and
head coach of the Croatian National team. He coached Caja San Fernando and Lleida in
Spain, as well as Anwill Wloclawek in Poland.
Basketball is constantly changing and it can be said that we are witnessing some sort of basketball
evolution. The worst thing that could possibly happen to any coach at any level is to be stuck in
one time period, and stop developing his basketball knowledge or upgrading his methods of coaching
(either tactical or theoretical). Methods of preparation for the game are different today than they were
10 or 15 years ago, and defense is starting to play a crucial role in a team's preparation process.
herefore, I truly believe that coaches have to start paying more attention to specific details in their
offensive sets if they are going to succeed. When I say details, I mean that today we have to focus on
reading the defensive position, mismatches, and defensive mistakes. In other words, we have to use the
versatility of our players to the maximum. To go along with that statement, modern offense has to be
composed of several scoring options. With this type of diverse offense, the team is going to be
difficult to scout and prepare for.
That is one of the many reasons why I picked what I like to call a multiple-choice offense. Before I start
with an explanation of the offense and break down little details, let me just point out several preconditions
that have to be satisfied in order for this offense to work. First, not to diminish the importance of other
players, but this offensive set can't function to its potential if the team does not have versatile players at
the 2 and 3 positions. If those players have well developed skills, they can play with their back to the
basket, and are genuine shooting threats, then we can explore all options of this offense. I am not saying
that the other three positions are less important but for this particular set to work properly, the versatility of
the outside players present the key to successful implementation. This offense begins in the classic "two
players high set," with 4, the power forward, and 5, the center, on the high post area, while 3, the small
forward, is in the low post area, opposite to the ball and 2, the shooting guard, is near the threepoint
line. The play begins when 1, the point guard, dribbles the ball laterally on the side of 4 or 5 (it's his
decision to make; the play can be executed on both sides). In this case, he dribbles on the side of the 5.
At the same time, 5 uses a Vcut technique and gets free to receive the ball. Immediately after he receives
the ball (ideal area for receiving the ball is near the three-point line), 2 has to set a strong screen for 3 on
the opposite low post area. This screen presents a precondition for the continuation of the play.
In order to create proper offensive spacing when the screen between 2 and 3 is occurring, 4 sets a
flair screen for 1, the point guard at the top of the lane. It is essential that, after this flair screen, 4
pops out and keeps a good space between him and the man with the ball.
At this point, we have an opportunity to read the defensive position for the first time. If 2 had set a
strong screen on 3, and if the defense did not defend well (they failed to use the bump move, or
if they did not jump to the ball to create space), then we can expect the pass from 5 to 3 in the
low post: he can play one-on-one, with the back to the basket (diagr. 1). [Only Registered Users Can See Links] (javascript:popup_window('webanims/digr1_11.svgz','digr1_11',740,569);)[Only Registered Users Can See Links] ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])
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If 5 cannot pass to 3, there is a possibility of passing the ball to the top to 4. After the pass to 4, 5
receives a back screen from 3. This again creates a triangle between 3, 4, and 5 on one side of
the floor, with an option for a low post play, with the back to the basket (diagr. 2).
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If the triangle does not present an opportunity for a low post play, the next option is to pass the ball
to 3, and play pick-and-roll (or pick-and-pop out, depending on the 4's shooting ability) between 1
and 4 (diagr. 3).
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At this point, we are going back to the situation previously described in diagr. 3. Let's assume
that the first option could not be run, so the ball is passed from 5 to 4 up top, and, immediately
after, a back screen is run between 3 and 5. When there is a back screen between 3 and 5, the
ball is passed to 1. At this point, we are again looking at two possible options. This decision is up to
our point guard after he reads the position of the defenders. Now, let's assume that he cannot pass
the ball to the right side, so he decides to dribble to the left offensive side (diagr. 4).
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The dribble to his left side signals to 2 to go to the opposite low post spot to set a screen for 5.
When the screen occurs, 5 cuts to the ball side and the action is going on between 1 and 5 on
the side. His other teammates have to keep good offensive spacing. The first option is to pass to 5
in the low post for a back to the basket play (diagr. 5).
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If, by chance, there is no open passing lane for 5, the final option is the side pick-and-roll between
1 and 5 (diagr. 6).
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Let's return to the situation previously described in diagram 8. If 1 does not dribble to the left side,
the action continues on the right side of the floor. Which means that 4 passes the ball to 1, while, at
the same time, the back screen is run between 3 and 5. 1 has the ball on the left side, 4 is setting the
side screen for 3. If there is a good timing of the screen, and if 3 brings his defender into the screen,
there is a great chance that 3 will be open for a three-point shot (diagr. 7). [Only Registered Users Can See Links] (javascript:popup_window('webanims/digr12_14.svgz','digr12_14',740,569);)[Only Registered Users Can See Links] ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])
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In case that 3 is not open for the shot, we want 5 to clear the weak-side low post. At this time, we
also want 3 to decide if he has an option to play one-on-one. If he chooses to do so, then 4 has to
slide to the corner as a safety option for an outside shot if his defender decides to help out on
the drive of 3 (diagr. 8).
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This is a final option, but I must admit that I prefer for the play to be finished before this option
has to be used. There are several reasons for this. First of all, the option is the pick-and-roll
between 3 and 4. Obviously, this is the final option of this play, but I always tell my players to
use it only if it is absolutely necessary. You have to realize that, at this point, there is not too much
time left on the shot clock and that playing the pick-and-roll between 3 and 4 is not as effective
because it presents an easy switch situation for the defense. So, again this is the part that is used
only if we run out all other options. I have to say that if we practice particular segments of the
play in detail that we will hardly ever have to use this option (diagr. 9). [Only Registered Users Can See Links] (javascript:popup_window('webanims/digr12_15.svgz','digr12_15',740,569);)[Only Registered Users Can See Links] ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])
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I would like to say few words about what we like to do when practicing particular segments of
this offense. There are many ways of practicing, but what I do is separate the team into two groups
and pair the players up (for instance, two positions in couples, guards/wings and big men),
or I will separate them by position and practice just their particular segments. For instance, they
will practice setting screens, stepping in for the big men and reading, passing, cutting, using
screens for guards and forwards. I believe that both ways of practicing are good and they both
yield good results. If performed correctly, you should try to practice both ways during the course
of the week. Sometimes, the team will perform individual drills in the morning, and then combine
the morning drills in the group work during the afternoon practice. However, there are several
segments of these drills that need special attention:
▼ Setting screens, either guard for the big men or opposite: This segment becomes crucial
because there are number of teams which do not pay attention to small details such as
screen angle or timing of the screen. These details are very important and they give the
edge in this kind of offensive set.
▼ About screens: We have to teach our players to use screens, to read the defensive position,
and gain advantage from that position.
▼ Moving without the ball: Players need to be active and make themselves an offensive
threat all the time. If they move properly without the ball, they are very hard to guard,
and our offensive flow is much better.
▼ Passing: There is not much to explain here. This is simple detail, but a very important one.
Players must be taught to make good decisions. When they pass the ball, the passes
should be on target, allowing the teammate to score immediately after receiving the pass.
These simple details are often overlooked, but they play a very important role in successful
completion of this play. After we practice these technical segments and
have become comfortable in executing them, I like to focus on particular options in
the offensive set. Of course, I am not trying to make my players move mechanically
without thinking about what is going on, but I am just trying to use repetition in
order to achieve perfection. By doing this, I know that they will gain even more confidence
in the play and start to make some good reads. It is the responsibility of the
coach to teach them and point out all necessary options that the play consists
of. As a final segment of the preparation, I have them play five-on-five on both sides
of the floor. This is an ideal way to practice both offense as well defense. Earlier in the
season, when we are introducing the plays, I allow only certain options to be
executed at certain times. By doing this, I force them to focus and make them think.
During the course of the season, I have noticed that there is a growing number of
coaches, who are using multiple-choice offenses, and that guarantees dynamic
offensive solutions, keeps the defense guessing all the time, makes the team
more dangerous and less predictable, and hopefully, more successful.
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by Aca Petrovic
OFFENSE
Aca Petrovic was head coach of Cibona Zagreb (Croatia) at three different times and won
a total of six championships and one Cup of Croatia. He was also the assistant coach and
head coach of the Croatian National team. He coached Caja San Fernando and Lleida in
Spain, as well as Anwill Wloclawek in Poland.
Basketball is constantly changing and it can be said that we are witnessing some sort of basketball
evolution. The worst thing that could possibly happen to any coach at any level is to be stuck in
one time period, and stop developing his basketball knowledge or upgrading his methods of coaching
(either tactical or theoretical). Methods of preparation for the game are different today than they were
10 or 15 years ago, and defense is starting to play a crucial role in a team's preparation process.
herefore, I truly believe that coaches have to start paying more attention to specific details in their
offensive sets if they are going to succeed. When I say details, I mean that today we have to focus on
reading the defensive position, mismatches, and defensive mistakes. In other words, we have to use the
versatility of our players to the maximum. To go along with that statement, modern offense has to be
composed of several scoring options. With this type of diverse offense, the team is going to be
difficult to scout and prepare for.
That is one of the many reasons why I picked what I like to call a multiple-choice offense. Before I start
with an explanation of the offense and break down little details, let me just point out several preconditions
that have to be satisfied in order for this offense to work. First, not to diminish the importance of other
players, but this offensive set can't function to its potential if the team does not have versatile players at
the 2 and 3 positions. If those players have well developed skills, they can play with their back to the
basket, and are genuine shooting threats, then we can explore all options of this offense. I am not saying
that the other three positions are less important but for this particular set to work properly, the versatility of
the outside players present the key to successful implementation. This offense begins in the classic "two
players high set," with 4, the power forward, and 5, the center, on the high post area, while 3, the small
forward, is in the low post area, opposite to the ball and 2, the shooting guard, is near the threepoint
line. The play begins when 1, the point guard, dribbles the ball laterally on the side of 4 or 5 (it's his
decision to make; the play can be executed on both sides). In this case, he dribbles on the side of the 5.
At the same time, 5 uses a Vcut technique and gets free to receive the ball. Immediately after he receives
the ball (ideal area for receiving the ball is near the three-point line), 2 has to set a strong screen for 3 on
the opposite low post area. This screen presents a precondition for the continuation of the play.
In order to create proper offensive spacing when the screen between 2 and 3 is occurring, 4 sets a
flair screen for 1, the point guard at the top of the lane. It is essential that, after this flair screen, 4
pops out and keeps a good space between him and the man with the ball.
At this point, we have an opportunity to read the defensive position for the first time. If 2 had set a
strong screen on 3, and if the defense did not defend well (they failed to use the bump move, or
if they did not jump to the ball to create space), then we can expect the pass from 5 to 3 in the
low post: he can play one-on-one, with the back to the basket (diagr. 1). [Only Registered Users Can See Links] (javascript:popup_window('webanims/digr1_11.svgz','digr1_11',740,569);)[Only Registered Users Can See Links] ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])
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If 5 cannot pass to 3, there is a possibility of passing the ball to the top to 4. After the pass to 4, 5
receives a back screen from 3. This again creates a triangle between 3, 4, and 5 on one side of
the floor, with an option for a low post play, with the back to the basket (diagr. 2).
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If the triangle does not present an opportunity for a low post play, the next option is to pass the ball
to 3, and play pick-and-roll (or pick-and-pop out, depending on the 4's shooting ability) between 1
and 4 (diagr. 3).
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At this point, we are going back to the situation previously described in diagr. 3. Let's assume
that the first option could not be run, so the ball is passed from 5 to 4 up top, and, immediately
after, a back screen is run between 3 and 5. When there is a back screen between 3 and 5, the
ball is passed to 1. At this point, we are again looking at two possible options. This decision is up to
our point guard after he reads the position of the defenders. Now, let's assume that he cannot pass
the ball to the right side, so he decides to dribble to the left offensive side (diagr. 4).
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The dribble to his left side signals to 2 to go to the opposite low post spot to set a screen for 5.
When the screen occurs, 5 cuts to the ball side and the action is going on between 1 and 5 on
the side. His other teammates have to keep good offensive spacing. The first option is to pass to 5
in the low post for a back to the basket play (diagr. 5).
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If, by chance, there is no open passing lane for 5, the final option is the side pick-and-roll between
1 and 5 (diagr. 6).
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Let's return to the situation previously described in diagram 8. If 1 does not dribble to the left side,
the action continues on the right side of the floor. Which means that 4 passes the ball to 1, while, at
the same time, the back screen is run between 3 and 5. 1 has the ball on the left side, 4 is setting the
side screen for 3. If there is a good timing of the screen, and if 3 brings his defender into the screen,
there is a great chance that 3 will be open for a three-point shot (diagr. 7). [Only Registered Users Can See Links] (javascript:popup_window('webanims/digr12_14.svgz','digr12_14',740,569);)[Only Registered Users Can See Links] ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])
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In case that 3 is not open for the shot, we want 5 to clear the weak-side low post. At this time, we
also want 3 to decide if he has an option to play one-on-one. If he chooses to do so, then 4 has to
slide to the corner as a safety option for an outside shot if his defender decides to help out on
the drive of 3 (diagr. 8).
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This is a final option, but I must admit that I prefer for the play to be finished before this option
has to be used. There are several reasons for this. First of all, the option is the pick-and-roll
between 3 and 4. Obviously, this is the final option of this play, but I always tell my players to
use it only if it is absolutely necessary. You have to realize that, at this point, there is not too much
time left on the shot clock and that playing the pick-and-roll between 3 and 4 is not as effective
because it presents an easy switch situation for the defense. So, again this is the part that is used
only if we run out all other options. I have to say that if we practice particular segments of the
play in detail that we will hardly ever have to use this option (diagr. 9). [Only Registered Users Can See Links] (javascript:popup_window('webanims/digr12_15.svgz','digr12_15',740,569);)[Only Registered Users Can See Links] ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])
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I would like to say few words about what we like to do when practicing particular segments of
this offense. There are many ways of practicing, but what I do is separate the team into two groups
and pair the players up (for instance, two positions in couples, guards/wings and big men),
or I will separate them by position and practice just their particular segments. For instance, they
will practice setting screens, stepping in for the big men and reading, passing, cutting, using
screens for guards and forwards. I believe that both ways of practicing are good and they both
yield good results. If performed correctly, you should try to practice both ways during the course
of the week. Sometimes, the team will perform individual drills in the morning, and then combine
the morning drills in the group work during the afternoon practice. However, there are several
segments of these drills that need special attention:
▼ Setting screens, either guard for the big men or opposite: This segment becomes crucial
because there are number of teams which do not pay attention to small details such as
screen angle or timing of the screen. These details are very important and they give the
edge in this kind of offensive set.
▼ About screens: We have to teach our players to use screens, to read the defensive position,
and gain advantage from that position.
▼ Moving without the ball: Players need to be active and make themselves an offensive
threat all the time. If they move properly without the ball, they are very hard to guard,
and our offensive flow is much better.
▼ Passing: There is not much to explain here. This is simple detail, but a very important one.
Players must be taught to make good decisions. When they pass the ball, the passes
should be on target, allowing the teammate to score immediately after receiving the pass.
These simple details are often overlooked, but they play a very important role in successful
completion of this play. After we practice these technical segments and
have become comfortable in executing them, I like to focus on particular options in
the offensive set. Of course, I am not trying to make my players move mechanically
without thinking about what is going on, but I am just trying to use repetition in
order to achieve perfection. By doing this, I know that they will gain even more confidence
in the play and start to make some good reads. It is the responsibility of the
coach to teach them and point out all necessary options that the play consists
of. As a final segment of the preparation, I have them play five-on-five on both sides
of the floor. This is an ideal way to practice both offense as well defense. Earlier in the
season, when we are introducing the plays, I allow only certain options to be
executed at certain times. By doing this, I force them to focus and make them think.
During the course of the season, I have noticed that there is a growing number of
coaches, who are using multiple-choice offenses, and that guarantees dynamic
offensive solutions, keeps the defense guessing all the time, makes the team
more dangerous and less predictable, and hopefully, more successful.
Kaynak FİBA olduğundan İngilizcedir.Enes Gönenç ( Scoop ) hepsini tercüme edip POTAFORUM üyelerinin hizmetine sunabilir.:)