Basketball IQ
Blitz & Rotate (Live 5v5)
Trap the ball-screen and rotate behind it. Scramble, recover, contest. Film it.
Duration
18 min
Intensity
High
Ages
Ages 16+
Equipment
ball, hoop
Coaching focus: Basketball IQ & Reads
IQ and decision-making drills put players in live, small-sided situations where they have to read a defender and choose correctly — the muscle memory of good decisions, not just good mechanics.
Frequently asked questions
What age group is the Blitz & Rotate (Live 5v5) drill for?
Blitz & Rotate (Live 5v5) works well for players in Ages 16+, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.
How long should the Blitz & Rotate (Live 5v5) run?
Run Blitz & Rotate (Live 5v5) for about 18 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.
What equipment do I need for Blitz & Rotate (Live 5v5)?
You'll need: ball, hoop.
Build this into a full practice plan
Drag Blitz & Rotate (Live 5v5) into a timed practice plan, assign it to your roster, and track who's completed it — free to start.
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