The foundational concept of the horns offense emphasizes floor spacing, creating an ideal setup for a traditional pick-and-roll action with a backdoor cutting option toward the basket.
Corner wings play a critical role by maintaining proper spacing to stretch the defense. If the wing defenders collapse to help, the wings must be prepared to capitalize on a kick-out for a high-percentage three-point opportunity.
The basic horns formation positions the bigs (4 and 5) above the elbows, aligned with the extended paint lines, establishing a strong foundation for initiating offensive actions.
The bigs (4 and 5) execute a double screen on the defender guarding #1, ensuring they effectively seal off any escape routes and force the defender through the screens. Proper angles and tight spacing are crucial to maximize the screen's impact.
The point guard (1) reads the defense and attacks the chosen defender aggressively, driving hard to the basket. The big (4 or 5) on the side of the dribble action executes a timely cut, presenting a quick scoring option at the rim.
The point guard (1) makes a fundamental read on their defender, assessing their positioning and timing. If the defender overcommits or turns their head, the PG looks to exploit the opportunity with a precise backdoor pass.
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