Last Second Free Throw

Summary

This play should be used with less than 4 seconds left on the clock and when inbounding the ball from the opposite end of the court. Any number of shots can be taken from this play, but generally, it will probably be a 3 pointer.

This play is used by the coach of Northern Illinois University in last-second situations after a made free throw. With all the options created by this play, a high percentage shot can usually be found which will give your team the a chance to win the game.

Personnel

1 – Box Out – This player will be boxing out the shooter after his free throw

2 – Sprinter – A fast player who can beat his defender down the court – should also have good hands

3 – Safety/Passer – If alternatives fail, this player should be open and be able to make an extra pass

4 – Sprinter – A tall player at this spot may help when receiving a long pass

5 – Inbounder – Your best long passer

Instructions:

1. 1 will box out the shooter.

2. 4 will take the ball out of bounds.

3. 5 will step out of bounds on the opposite side of the court.

4. While being out of bounds, 4 will pass it to 5 who is also out of bounds

5. 1 will come off the box out and sprint to midcourt.

6. 2 will sprint from the midcourt line to the opposite corner of the court.

7. 3 will make a cut to his own basket, and then come back to receive a pass.

8. 4 will sprint from the inbounds line down the court.

9. 5 will look to pass to any of the open players. 4 is often the open player.

10. The receiver of the ball will look to take a quick, open shot to win the game.