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Episode 553 – Attacking Zone Defenses

This week, TJ and Lisa discuss how to attack zone defenses with great habits, spacing, and screening, along with the types of sets you should have in your playbook, and the reminders that you’ll want to give your team next time you see a zone defense.

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Show Notes:

  • Offensive identity v. zone
  • 3s, rim shots, and counter moves
  • Attacking the paint
  • Scouting your opponent’s zone defense
  • Disrupting rotations with screens
  • Player roles & limiting options
  • Zone habits & reminders
  • Maintaining flow
  • Running sets v. zone
  • Timing and pace
  • Quick-fire zone tips
  • Hunting layups
  • Role identification

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