Unit 07Defensive Fundamentals
Become a complete defender — from on-ball perimeter defense and guarding the pick-and-roll to help defense positioning, closeout technique, shot contesting, and leading transition defense.
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180
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Curriculum
12 Courses in This Unit
Course 01: Defensive Stance and Footwork
The foundation of all defense
Course 02: On-Ball Defense — Perimeter
Guarding the ball on the wing
Course 03: On-Ball Defense — Off the Dribble
Staying in front of ball handlers
Course 04: Denying the Catch
Preventing the receiver from getting the ball
Course 05: Help Defense Position
Being in the right spot off the ball
Course 06: Guarding the Pick-and-Roll
Hedging, switching, and dropping
Course 07: Defending the Drive
Staying in front and contesting
Course 08: Closeout Technique
Recovering to perimeter shooters
Course 09: Steals and Deflections
Creating turnovers through positioning
Course 10: Shot Contest — Timing the Block
When and how to contest without fouling
Course 11: Transition Defense
Getting back and stopping fast breaks
Course 12: Defensive Decision Flow
The complete perimeter defender system
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