Basketball players score points in
a variety of ways. Some stand behind the 3-point line and bomb away.
Others exploit their size advantage and post up under the basket.
Slashers use their athletic ability to score. They are fast and able to
dribble through the tightest defense and attack the basket. Slashers do
not shy away from physical contact, and the good ones draw fouls and
rack up points at the free-throw line.
Straight Ahead
A
slasher can handle the basketball or take a pass on the move. Unless
the defensive pressure is suffocating, the slasher dribbles right to the
basket and weaves around defenders. Slashers take most of their shots
from close range, and you will see the gifted athletes drive in and dunk
the basketball.
Draw the Foul
Slashers
typically start dribbling from the perimeter, and they have to go
through multiple defenders before reaching the basket. Fouls are common,
either on the floor or in the act of shooting. The slasher has to be in
top physical condition to continuously absorb contact and stay
effective. Slashers can make the defense pay for fouling by making free
throws.
Draw a Crowd
Slashers
are big scorers, and they attract multiple defenders when driving to
the basket. Forcing up shots is counterproductive. Skilled slashers draw
a crowd of defenders and are aware of their teammates. With two or
three defensive players collapsing on the slasher near the basket, other
offensive players are wide open. Slashers that can pass off and get
their teammates wide-open shots are doubly dangerous.
Physical Contact
Slashers
have to be tough and fearless. They are pushed, shoved, slapped and
tripped when driving to the basket. Slashers are often knocked to the
floor, and they absorb hard fouls. Slashers need to bulk up in the
weight room to add the physical strength needed to take a pounding. They
also need to run and work on conditioning to gain the speed and
endurance necessary to handle the important offensive role.
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