Learning targets · Game · defence
Help and recover
Idea · sees it and chooseslayers 2–3
Stopping a drive as the helper and getting back to your own player before the pass arrives.
Cue
Help, and back.
Why
You defend with five. Helping without recovering gives an open shot.
When can they do it?
| Layer 2Shape your own | Helps and recovers in 3v3 with a closeout. |
| Layer 3Shape others | Rotates as a team and talks about it. |
What to watch
- Help in time, not late
- Close out with short steps
What often goes wrong
Staying after the help, or helping on a player who isn't dangerous.
Activities that train it
How it connects
Needs first Ball–you–basketDefensive stance and slide
Goes with Talk on the court
Solves Advantage