The primary offensive goal is to create open shots, preferably at the rim or catch-and-shoot three-point attempts (SABA). The primary defensive goal is to prevent open shots by contesting shooters or forcing turnovers (NADA). NBA offenses now spread out NBA defenses more than the constraints of the court would suggest to increase spacing and expand their advantages. Players such as Dame Lillard, Steph Curry, and Trae Young add value beyond their shooting, scoring, and playmaking by using their gravity to force defenses to defend all the space inside half-court. Their shooting range expands the scoring zone from 25 feet and in to 35 to 40 feet and in. Defenses must cover a greater area, which creates bigger advantages.
Increasing Offensive Spacing
Increasing Offensive Spacing
Increasing Offensive Spacing
The primary offensive goal is to create open shots, preferably at the rim or catch-and-shoot three-point attempts (SABA). The primary defensive goal is to prevent open shots by contesting shooters or forcing turnovers (NADA). NBA offenses now spread out NBA defenses more than the constraints of the court would suggest to increase spacing and expand their advantages. Players such as Dame Lillard, Steph Curry, and Trae Young add value beyond their shooting, scoring, and playmaking by using their gravity to force defenses to defend all the space inside half-court. Their shooting range expands the scoring zone from 25 feet and in to 35 to 40 feet and in. Defenses must cover a greater area, which creates bigger advantages.