The Gap Theory (Spacing)

In this video, we breakdown the most important part of a good offense - proper spacing. Spacing creates gaps in the defense for people to attack. We'll explain the three main spacing philosophies used in the game, and why each one has value.

Inside of The Gap Theory concept, there's three principles that can explain nearly every good offensive possession. Those three principles are 1. Create Mismatches 2. Make 2 Guard 1 3. Drive Bad Closeouts. You'll see examples of each of them, and learn why spacing makes it all work.

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[bryannixon]

Not a lot of people run pure dribble drive anymore, but I think Vance Walberg was one of the first coaches to emphasize creating gaps to drive and attack.

[johnferguson]

Love this and love your page man, keep up the good work

[Usman.akuban]

🎉So,
-Attack mismatch
-Violently attack closeouts (3pt or strong drive)
-make 2 guard one
-Great spacing

EQUALS PRO BALL ❤.

[Usman.akuban]

So THE GAP THEORY PRINCIPLES
-Attack mismatch (thru screens, Hofs for switch)
-Violently attack closeouts (3pt or strong drive)
-make 2 guard one
-Great spacing /Create Gaps & DRIVE wide gaps

EQUALS PRO BALL ❤.

[lucasagnew]

Would you mind breaking down Oaklands zone defense? 😁

[ytqh]

So that means if u wanna be pro, u need to:
- attack mismatch
- attack bad closeout (shoot 3 and strong drive)
- know the gap theory
Did i miss anything, coach?

[hoopersbreakdown]

First clip - terrible defense. No high pick up on a ball handler. Rotation defenders are not in spot and moving one second slow. Not ready for rotation. On ball defender doesn’t avoid screen.