Spacing and Cutting: slot drive & relocate shooting drill

This drill emphasizes controlled drives, paint stops, relocation, and one-more passing. The driver attacks from the wing to the block, exchanges balls on a chair/cone, reverse pivots, and triggers two quick kick-out threes through proper spacing and timing. Setup 3–4 players per group (3 active, 1 rotating). Place a chair/cone on the right block with a basketball on top. Player positions: Right wing (starts with ball) Opposite wing (no ball) Opposite corner (no ball) Extra players line up to rotate in. Multiple groups can run on both sides. How the Drill Works Initiate Drive The right-wing player drives toward the right block (toward the chair/cone). Relocation (Off-Ball Movement) As the drive begins: The opposite wing relocates (“pulls behind”) to the right wing (driver’s original spot). The opposite corner lifts to the opposite wing. Paint Stop & Ball Exchange At the block, the driver must stop under control: Jump stop or outside foot → inside foot stop. The driver places their ball on the chair/cone and picks up the ball from the chair/cone (ball exchange). Reverse Pivot & First Pass The driver executes a reverse pivot to face out. Pass to the player who pulled behind (now at the right wing). One-More Pass & First Shot The receiving player immediately swings the ball to the opposite wing. The opposite wing player catches and shoots a three. Second Pass & Second Shot The driver (with the exchanged ball) passes to the player behind (the same-side receiver). That player shoots the second three. Reset & Rotate Rebound: Return one ball to the chair/cone, Return the other to the starting wing. Players rotate spots and repeat. Key Training Focus Controlled paint stops (two-foot finishes/stops) Reverse pivot mechanics Drive-and-kick + one-more passing Off-ball relocation (“pull behind” and lift) Catch-and-shoot readiness Playing with pace while staying under control Game Translation Replicates a wing/slot drive where help is drawn and teammates must relocate into vision windows. The driver must stop on balance, pivot, and make the correct read to create a one-more pass for a higher-quality shot. Coaching Emphasis Driver must arrive under control (no one-foot lunges). Emphasize quick, clean ball exchange and immediate reverse pivot. “Pull behind” should be timed with the drive—arrive on the catch. One-more pass should be fast and on time. Shooters must be shot-ready (feet set, hands ready). Maintain spacing and communication throughout. Recommended Usage Best for: team shooting with reads drive-and-kick habits spacing and relocation concepts building pace with control Effective for guards, wings, and bigs in team offense. Equipment 2 basketballs Chair or cone