What can break down a zone defense?
There are two keys to breaking down any zone defense:
- Alignment/movement. Put the defense in a position where they are forced to cover two options at the same time.
- Misdirection/screening.
How do you beat trapping 2 3 zone?
How to Beat a 2-3 Zone – 17 Strategies
- Set Up in a 1-3-1.
- Beat Them Down the Floor.
- Attack the Gaps.
- Utilize Pass Fakes.
- Put Your Best Passer in the Middle of the Zone.
- Move the Basketball (Quickly)
- Attack From the Short Corners.
- Create and Take Advantage of Mismatches.
How does a 3-2 zone defense work?
The 3-2 zone defense implements perimeter ball pressure and heavy low post defense to limit scoring opportunities for the offensive team. This type of zone defense formation features three perimeter players at the top of the zone and two post players near the bottom of the zone.
What kind of plays can you use against zone defenses?
Use these simple suggestions and you’ll get better. These strategies work against all types of zone defenses. In this eBook, you will find 75 zone plays that you can use against any zone defense. It includes 2-3 zone plays, 3-2 zone plays, 1-3-1 zone plays, baseline out of bounds plays, and multi-purpose zone plays.
Who are the players in the 3-2 zone?
The 3-2 zone defense features three perimeter players at the top of the zone and two post players near the bottom of the zone. This zone is also a variation of the 1-2-2 zone defense. X1 and X2 cover the free throw line extended areas near the wings.
How to attack from behind a zone defense?
One of the best ways to attack from behind the zone it to always have at least one player in the short corner area. You’ll find that on almost every ball reversal the player in the short corner will be open. Then the wing can pass down to the open player in the short corner.