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team-drills•passingBeginner15 min
Give and Go
Master the fundamental give and go play, a basic two-player action that creates scoring opportunities through quick passing and cutting. This drill focuses on timing, communication, and finishing at the rim.
Instructions
- 1Set up with a ball handler at the top of the key and a wing player on the wing
- 2The ball handler passes to the wing player
- 3The wing player runs to the backcourt (baseline area) to catch the pass
- 4After passing, the original ball handler immediately cuts towards the rim
- 5The wing player passes back to the cutting player
- 6The cutting player receives the pass and finishes with a layup
- 7Practice both sides of the court and switch roles
Pro Tips
- The initial pass should be crisp and on target
- The wing player must run to the backcourt immediately after receiving the pass
- The ball handler should cut as soon as the pass is made - timing is crucial
- Keep your eyes up to see the cutting player and make the return pass
- The cutting player should cut hard and directly to the rim
- Focus on catching the pass in stride and finishing strong at the basket
- Communication between players helps ensure proper timing