A simple play you can run when you come up against a triangle-and-2 defense. It creates jump shot opportunities for those players not being defended man-to-man. It is also easy enough to implement in a game even if you have not practiced this play specifically. If your players know how to screen and cut, they...
High-Low Triangle and 2 Attack Play
This play is effective against a team that employs a triangle-and-2 junk defense. It uses a high-low action that allows for either a three-point shot attempt or a pass into the lane. This simple quick hitter can also be used against a normal zone defense with some effectiveness as well. The players set up as...
2 Low vs. Triangle-and-Two Play
A team that utilizes a Triangle-and-Two defense does so not only to disrupt the offense, but to place pressure on players who are not generally good perimeter shooters. The Triangle-and-Two invites nonshooters to do things outside of their comfort zone while constantly pressuring the good shooters. If the offense stays patient and disciplined, good shots...
4-Out Quick Hitter vs. Box-and-One
Purpose: This quick hitter is designed to get an open shot when a team employs a box-and-one against you. It is just another way you can get scoring opportunities versus this junk defense. The opposing team is attempting to shut down your high scorer; which forces other players to step up and score. X2 is...