Basketball Plays

A receiver’s 3-level scoring ability is crucial in Zoom Action. To maximize spacing and offensive options, the receiver must be a threat to score from three, mid-range, and at the rim immediately after the catch. This drill helps develop shooting consistency, decision-making, and scoring versatility off the handoff.

Although the traditional Zoom Action is highly effective, what makes it truly special is the endless variations it can create within the same setup. To execute all the options effectively, the big man with the ball must be a high-level decision-maker, capable of reading the defense and making precise passes. This drill is designed to sharpen those passing instincts and ensure the offense maximizes every opportunity created by Zoom Action.

Assuming Zoom Action creates a numbers advantage, the offense must capitalize on the outnumbered situation. This drill is designed to replicate game-like scenarios with live defenders, forcing players to make real-time decisions while developing chemistry between the receiver, screener, and big. Additionally, they emphasize finishing at the rim while reading help defense effectively, ensuring players can consistently generate and convert high-quality scoring opportunities.

There are multiple ways to initiate Zoom Action. Here, the Boston Celtics use the popular Horns setup to trigger the action.

Zoom Action has become so popular that coaches often disguise it to keep the defense from anticipating the play.

The advantage of running Zoom Action at the elbow is the multiple offensive options if the primary action breaks down. 

While the corner-to-top Zoom Action is widely recognized as the standard setup, another common variation involves running Zoom Action from one wing to the other while keeping players spaced in the corners.