Bottom defender
Protects the immediate scoring area around the basket.
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GAME FLOW · 03
HOW DO YOU
DEFEND THE GOAL?
See how three defenders protect the basket, control depth and shift together against two attackers.
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GOAL DEFENSE SCENARIO
See how three defenders stay compact against two attackers.
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01 · POSITIONINGThree defenders set up around the goal
CORE PRINCIPLE
COMPACT, COLLECTIVE DEFENSE AROUND THE GOAL
The animation simplifies a tactical concept. Real positioning changes with the opponent, match situation and team system.
Upper pressure
Challenges the ball carrier and limits descending or passing lanes.
Shift together
The defensive unit moves together instead of breaking into isolated duels.
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