Success in basketball is dependent upon 26 basic principles. Here are the first 10.
1. Protect the ball. Bad passes and low-percentage shots are the trademarks of a poor team.
2. Be careful on a lay-up. More games are won on lay-up shots than on any other, and more games are lost because of poor lay-up shots than by any other shot.
3. Basketball is a game in motion. Motion on the court is vital. Too many players stand still and beg for the ball. Players should always pass and move. This action will take their defenders away from the ball and open up the court for a teammate.
4. Always fake direction. Faking is important because it tricks opponents into making defensive mistakes.
5. Move to meet the pass. Moving and meeting the pass is the trademark of a good baller. Players who move and meet passes make it easy for teammates to get them the ball.
6. When in trouble, make a V-cut. A player in the wrong position on the floor should make a V-cut. This will open up the floor.
7. Don't think for your opponents -- be yourself. Play your game and do not spend time trying to figure out what your opponents are thinking.
8. One player cuts at a time. Always remember -- only one cutter at a time. Two players cutting at the same time allows the defense to be in a position to either double-team the ball or stop the play.
9. Grab it -- don't tap it. Effective rebounders grab and secure the ball rather than tapping it. Same with passes – grab it – don’t slap it.
10. Never force a shot. Never shoot a shot if closely defended. Before attempting a shot, make sure that you have teammates in rebounding positions.
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