The On-Ball Screen is one of the most widely used tactics for gain an offensive advantage in the modern game of basketball. In Europe, the on-ball screen is used on the perimeter to create long range shooting opportunities, while in North and South America the on-ball screen is utilised to create driving lanes and miss-matches.
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In an On-Ball Screen situation, the offense must be well drilled in how to achieve their goal of creating a scoring opportunity. It is not uncommon in these situations for offensive players to lack the conviction and confidence to achieve a positive outcome for their efforts and good intentions.
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Defending On-Ball Screens is one of the many different areas that are usually of concern for many coaches. There is a need to be able to guard a screen with a number of different strategies, for different situations or to counter offensive player preferences. However, as a defending team there needs to be an acknowledgement of what the individual defensive players can do effectively.
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