JSProBasket — Basketball Tactical Analysis & Coaching by Justinas Spokas
Scouting is not only about finding weaknesses. For me, good scouting is about understanding rhythm, habits and decision-making—and using that understanding to prepare a team.
Coaching perspectives from the USA and Europe offer useful examples of how to connect video, statistics and clear instructions.
One of the most important offensive skills in modern basketball is the ability to attack a closeout correctly.
He does not rush the action. He catches the ball, recognizes the closeout, understands the defender’s momentum, and attacks the advantage with control. This is a small detail, but at higher levels these details are very important.
A good closeout attack is not only about speed. It is about timing, angle, footwork, balance, and decision-making.
What stands out in this action:
1. Quick read after the catch
Jakucionis immediately understands that the defender is closing hard and uses that momentum against him.
2. Good pace and patience
He does not attack out of control. He plays with rhythm, waits for the right moment, and keeps his body under control.
3. Size and offensive versatility
For a guard, his size gives him an advantage. He can see over defenders, absorb contact better, and create separation.
4. Clean shooting mechanics
Because he is a shooting threat, defenders must respect the catch. That makes his closeout attack even more dangerous.
5. Basketball IQ
The most important part of the action is the decision. He reads the situation and takes what the defense gives him.
This is why players who can shoot, attack closeouts, and make decisions quickly are so valuable in modern basketball. They create advantages without needing too many dribbles and help the offense stay fluid.
In this clip, Kasparas Jakucionis shows a very interesting detail: how quickly he reads the defender after the catch.
At every serious level of basketball — NBA, EuroLeague, high-level domestic leagues — one trend is consistent:
Players shoot significantly better on catch-and-shoot attempts than on shots after the dribble.
Let’s break down the numbers, then explain the real basketball reasons behind them.
Continue reading “Why Shooting % Drops After the Dribble — NBA & EuroLeague Data”
Over the past month, I had the opportunity to work at an intensive basketball Wasserman agency workout camp — a place filled with sweat, repetition, and young and pro athletes hungry to improve. It wasn’t just about drills and reps. It was a deep dive into what true player development really looks like, and the lessons I took away are ones I’ll carry into every gym I step into next.
1. Development Is a Process, Not a Product
Too often, players (and sometimes even coaches) look for quick fixes — the magical move, the perfect shooting form, or that one workout that “changes everything.” But real development doesn’t work like that.
Rebounding is one of the most critical aspects of basketball, directly influencing a team’s ability to control the game. In both the NBA and European basketball, the importance of securing rebounds cannot be overstated, but the approach and tendencies can differ based on playing style, strategies, and overall game pace. This article will explore the nuances of rebounding in both leagues and compare their tendencies, with some insightful statistics.
Another type of running spain pnr by Txus Vidorreta. In this case they adapt it to spain flare option. Great play having a big center and a smooth shooter as Sasalin.
Aito is a deep basketball mind. Here we can prove it again. Alba Berlin been using their mix zone defense in the Euroleague on their last games. They managed to win vs Valencia basket, Fenerbache and Crvena Zvezda. Especially this defense was a key to get a victory.
The team of Moncho Fernandez has their very own style. I was curious to know more about off-ball screen actions. Team that are experts in off-ball screen in all ACB league. Team that recruits and develops best players/shooter.
Valencia Basket won 2018/2019 EuroCup. Despite their long roster we did also great job on defending a ball with all five players on court. This kind of defense needs a lot of hours of training and great communication. Here i did some cuts of Playoffs game vs Rytas Vilnius.
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