About This Play/Drill

In the stagger split action, the player positions do not matter as much as putting the player with the right skills set in those positions.

• 1 must be a shooter or playmaker. He will most likely get the ball to create a shot for himself or others.
• 2 needs to be a good passer. He has to make the read and deliver the ball to the correct person.
• 3 has to be an offensive threat, which forces the defense to have to provide help as he cuts to the basket.
• 4 is where you want your best screener to be. He has to get 1 open on the down screen.
• 5 needs to be put in a position where he creates good spacing for your team.

FMS Blog: Stagger Split Action Breakdown