Rotating as Lead in 2 Man?

[Rich]

Originally Posted by McMac

I have just started getting comfortable using the mechanic this season. (Been doing basketball for 8 years, MS/HS for 4) I will do it a couple times a game depending on the offense. For "newbies", I think it sounds strange to leave an entire side virtually uncovered.

I think this is a mechanic better picked up after a couple years on the court. Your first couple seasons should be dedicated to recognizing fouls/violations, court positioning and mechanics. I would consider this an advanced mechanic.

I don't think it should be treated as too advanced, though. After a while, that official won't do it because "I've never done it."

[Adam]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

I don't think it should be treated as too advanced, though. After a while, that official won't do it because "I've never done it."

It may not be for beginners, but you're right. Waiting too long could be more of a problem starting too soon.

I'd consider it a second level mechanic. Once a new official figures out the coverage areas, I'd introduce this mechanic.

[26 Year Gap]

I always pre-game it. I sometimes will come over on OOB plays if the spot is near the division line and all players are on the strong side. On one occasion, the ball came down near the end line, about midway between the arc and the lane line. I had a great look at the play, and my partner rotated over seamlessly. In most cases, I return to my side once the ball settles inbounds. Once in a while, if the players still remain opposite my PCA, I will stay near the lane line. I always go back, so my partner knows that he doesn't have to be concerned about transitions like BillyMac's embarrassing moment.

[Rich]

Originally Posted by 26 Year Gap

I always pre-game it. I sometimes will come over on OOB plays if the spot is near the division line and all players are on the strong side. On one occasion, the ball came down near the end line, about midway between the arc and the lane line. I had a great look at the play, and my partner rotated over seamlessly. In most cases, I return to my side once the ball settles inbounds. Once in a while, if the players still remain opposite my PCA, I will stay near the lane line. I always go back, so my partner knows that he doesn't have to be concerned about transitions like BillyMac's embarrassing moment.

We usually take the OOB play on the strong side and rotate over when it makes sense.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by 26 Year Gap

I always go back, so my partner knows that he doesn't have to be concerned about transitions like BillyMac's embarrassing moment.

Always?