Closeout Defense: post entry gauntlet game

This is a three-player drill. One offensive player starts on the same-side wing behind the three-point line. One offensive player is positioned on the block. One defender starts between the wing and the block, acting as an automatic post double-team defender. A scoring system is used. How it Works: The drill begins with the wing player passing the ball into the post. The defender immediately attacks the post as if it is an automatic double team, attempting to get a steal or deflection. The post player must hold the ball for a full two-count before making a decision. After the count, the post player passes the ball back out to the perimeter. As the pass is made into the post, the wing player relocates away from the defender to create space for a three-point shot. Once the ball is kicked out, the defender sprints out to close out and contest the shot. Scoring: Shooter makes the three = +1 point (offense) Defender gets a steal, deflection, or block = +1 point (defense) Deflected post pass = –1 point (post player) Play continues to a target score, then rotate players through each position. Focus Points: Post patience and ball security under pressure Passing out of double teams Relocation and spacing after post entry Defensive closeout technique after help