Mechanics subtle question

[Jeremy Hohn]

Originally Posted by rockyroad

I am probably6 going to step up the court toward the division line. Mainly because I trust that my L is in the act of rotating to my side of the court since the ball is now over here. Also because of the possible drive to the basket, and if A2 does dribble towards the middle of the court, one or two more steps up the court and I have the angle on that action also.

I do the same thing. I will stay "high side" of the ball anticipating my lead coming over. If he doesn't then we will talk about it next dead ball! That lead should be coming over to look for a help defender on the drive, or to officiate a post-challenge on the block.