15 : Downhill Attacking And Defending!!
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Over the past few months we\\u2019ve been keeping an eye on the variety of ways that teams across different levels of basketball are effectively attacking ICE Coverage, especially on the outer thirds of the floor. For a quick reference, ICE Coverage is a defensive scheme where the defense will attempt to keep the ball on one side of the floor and force it down toward the baseline. This is characterized by the on-ball defender changing the angle of their stance to not allow the ballhandler to go over the top of the screen while the defensive big drops into containment, often with their shoulders square to the ballhandler (there are a variety of different player depths, angles, and recovery schemes that defenses use to ICE a Side Ballscreen, but that\\u2019s for another newsletter).
*Zooming In: The art of this action is in the ballhandler\\u2019s understanding of how to manipulate the dropping Big into a 2 v. 1 scenario. The rolling big and the attacking guard want to stay more or less \\u201Con a line\\u201D as the guard probes toward the baseline, so the ballhandler has the option to either attack the rim or throw the pocket pass/lob to the rolling big.
If the guard attacks downhill too quickly before their big can start their roll, he/she makes the dropping defensive big\\u2019s decision much easier as they no longer have to guard a 2 v. 1, but simply contest a shot at the rim\\u2026
The other reason for the offense to keep good tandem spacing when attacking ICE Coverage on the Strongside, is that it opens up the option for the \\u201CShort Roll\\u201D pocket pass to the big. From there, there\\u2019s all sorts of good things that can happen. One of our favorites is the backside Corner Cut on the pocket pass\\u2026
*Zooming In: A couple details to note in the above GIFS\\u2026 the Burn Cut is highly effective if it\\u2019s one or two players \\u201CBurn Cutting\\u201D. The first GIF shows the \\u201CPop and Burn\\u201D from a \\u201C4-Corner PNR\\u201D alignment. The second GIF shows an action flowing out of your normal Euro Ballscreen Continuity and \\u201CBurn Cutting\\u201D both the Slot Big and the Wing Guard. Both actions take advantage of the Defensive Big sitting in Ice/Drop coverage and unable to get out to the perimeter in time to disrupt a shot or an attacking guard over the top.
*Zooming In: These are all great actions, but it\\u2019s worth reflecting again on Why a team runs any of these against Ice Coverage If you take a look back at the three GIFs in this section you\\u2019ll see that in all situations the offense is able to get the ballhandler going downhill in the middle third of the floor with his defender chasing over the top of the screen. This forces help and rotations from the rest of the defense, and, reflecting back to the beginning of this whole breakdown, some of the main reasons a team will use ICE Coverage is to try and keep the ball pinned on a side of the floor in a 2 v. 2 game.
Brooks is a heady lead guard that uses his strong frame to put pressure on the defense and control the pace of play. He has a strong handle on the ball, can slice through the defense when getting downhill, good moves to evade defenders for creative finishes at the rim, and can score it from all 3 levels. Good body control when going at the defense and makes nice reads to open teammates off the dribble penetration. Brooks rebounds the ball well, which allows him to initiate the transition offense off the glass. Had a strong showing in his 1st Showcase game, finishing with 13 points and numerous assists and rebounds.
Swillis is a lengthy and athletic wing/forward that displayed major strides in his shooting ability at the Central Cali Junior/Senior Prospects Showcase. He has the length and positioning to control the glass, wingspan to alter shots around the basket, creates second chance points on the offensive boards, and can defend in the paint, as well as on the perimeter at a high level. Offensively, Swillis has improved his ball handling skills, gets downhill when attacking from the perimeter, has a nice touch on the ball around the rim, and was knocking down shots from the 3 point line with confidence. Swillis had a huge game 2 at the Showcase, where he scored 22 points and connected on 4 threes to lead all scorers in that game.
Martinez is a creative scoring guard that can fill it up from various spots on the court. He has a shifty scoring package that is very difficult to defend when he is attacking from his left. Martinez has a dynamic handle, able to score from all 3 levels at an effective rate, hits difficult shots routinely, makes great use of the hesitation to get his defender off balance, and flat out knows how to score. Great first step and blow by acceleration for creative finishes at the rim. Martinez had 16 and 14 points in his 2 Showcase games.
Jones is a tough and physical lead guard that can score it or make plays to find open teammates. Jones has a relentless motor on both ends, controls the pace of play with the ball in his hands, has a tight handle on the ball allowing him to split defenders when attacking the basket, and is able to convert tough baskets around the rim. He is an efficient 3 point shooter, does a great job of getting to his shot spots for the mid-range jumper, surveys the court well, and makes some great reads in tight windows to find teammates around the basket. A player that leaves it all on the court and is knowledgeable about the game.
Streets is an athletic and skilled lead guard that impacts the game on both ends at a high level. Defensively, Streets has active hands to disrupt passing lanes, a firm grip to rip the ball from his opponent and turn defense to transition offense, and has the wingspan to alter shots from the perimeter. He has solid handles, keeps pressure on the defense by attacking downhill, strength to take and finish through contact at the basket, and has improved his effectiveness from beyond the 3 point line. Streets had 12 points in his 2nd Showcase game and will be a crucial piece of the Grizzlies backcourt this season.
Ochoa is a tough minded lead guard that has the skill and understanding of the game to run an offense effectively. He has solid handles, keeps pressure on the defense by attacking the paint, has a nice pull-up jumpshot, and makes good reads to find open teammates. Ochoa has great leadership qualities and plays with controlled ferocity. He is a lock-up defender that creates steals and turnover that lead to easy transition points. Ochoa had 16 points in each of his 2 Showcase games and was a spark everytime he got on the court.
Eggleston is a lengthy wing/guard slasher that puts pressure on the defense by attacking the basket. He has decent handles, loves to go at his man, he uses his long strides to get by his initial defender, and is able to finish in a variety of ways at the rim. Eggleston uses his wingspan to disrupt passing lanes, can alter shots on the wing or at the rim, and is a solid rebounder. He had 14 points in his 2nd Showcase game.
While there are multiple variations on the 3-4 Defense, the front I teach in the 3-4 Defense System is a Coach Simple, Play Fast, Win version that can get your players attacking from all over the field.
The 49ers stress C-gap assignments with jet sweeps, screens and outside zone runs to try and get their playmakers in the open field. With the blocking prowess of left tackle Trent Williams, tight end George Kittle and fullback Kyle Juszczyk, the 49ers are the best in the league at picking up yards after catch in a downhill attack featuring Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey. For the Buccaneers' defense, setting the edge will be crucial to the outcome of Sunday's Week 14 clash at Levi's Stadium. Joe Tryon-Shoyinka will need a solid performance on the West Coast to solidify the defense. If he crashes in or over-pursues the quarterback, a rushing lane along the boundary will open for Samuel or McCaffrey to exploit. Tryon-Shoyinka was asked to play multiple positions during his 2021 rookie campaign in order to maximize his time on the field. He rushed from the edge, the three-technique spot and served as an off-ball linebacker. Jason Pierre-Paul became an unrestricted free agent in March after suffering a shoulder injury that limited him to 12 games and 2.5 sacks (601 snaps). Tryon-Shoyinka then cemented a starting role opposite Shaquil Barrett (injured). In 2022, he has flashed his pursuit skills in space and ability to close on the quarterback. Having a five-technique to occupy offensive tackles has freed up Tryon-Shoyinka to make plays. The 49ers will place stress on all three levels of the Buccaneers' defense, specifically the outside linebackers.
One of the things that makes Davis such a quality guard is his ability to play without the basketball, too. Black and Manek can really pass. Love can make plays for others when he starts to get downhill; his pocket passes have looked good recently. Bacot draws a ton of defensive attention when he catches the ball within 15 feet of the rim.
Those snake moves vs. drop become even more precarious for the defense when it allows the ball handler to get downhill. Once again, Flagler snakes and attacks. Flo Thamba seals Bacot in the lane with a de facto second screen and Flager gets a layup.
\"We're able to get downhill and get to the line,\" said Aggies sophomore guard Wade Taylor, who has hit 98 of 115 (85.2%) free throws. \"That's some of the abilities we have on our team. We attack and clean up on the glass.\"
The Razorbacks have done a better job of defending without fouling in the last two road games when they won 65-63 at South Carolina and 88-73 at Kentucky. The Gamecocks hit 8 of 14 free throws and the Wildcats hit 11 of 18.
As most Eagles fans know first hand, with no variation, a running game can become very predictable. A predictable offense gives an advantage to the defend. It allows defenders to be more aggressive and attack downhill. Mixing in a variety of looks as Pederson did versus the Falcons though, leaves a defense off balance shifting the advantage to the offense. Despite Pederson keeping the Atlanta defense in check for most of the day with his play calling, victory would not have been possible had it not been for the level of execution the offense displayed. As Eagles fans found out in Week 10, when the level of play calling meets the same level of execution, football can really be a beautiful game. 59ce067264
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