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Sideline Out of Bounds Plays

Utilize these sideline inbounds plays when you need to get the basketball in from the sideline. You will find out of bounds plays with varied and multiple scoring options, last second plays, and from plays that can be run from various spots on the sideline.

Weakside Sideline Play
By: Jeff Osterman
This sideline out of bounds play utilizes several screen actions -- a staggered screen and a screen-the-screener to create an open shot opportunity in the lane area. A great sideline play to use in the when a last second shot is necessary. . . . Keep Reading
Top Line Sideline Play, Down 3, :05 Left in Game
By: Jeff Osterman
Run this sideline out of bounds play when there are 5 seconds or less left in the game and you are down by 3 points. Executed properly, you will have a great opportunity for an open 3-point shot attempt. . . . Keep Reading
Backcourt Sideline Advantage Play
The Sideline Advantage Play is an out of bounds play that can be used when inbounding the basketball from the defensive sideline when there are mere seconds left in the game. It is most effective when the defense is playing man-to-man defense with some pressure so you can create a numerical advantage at the offensive end of the court. . . . Keep Reading
Reversal Read
The Reversal Read sideline inbounds play can be used most effectively when taking the ball out of bounds near the free throw line extended. The objective is to make the defense move and create open scoring opportunities by reversing the basketball quickly. . . . Keep Reading
Cut off the Flash Sideline Play
The 'Cut off the Flash' sideline inbounds play is a good play you can use to get an easy layup. With a couple of good cuts, the receiver should be open for the inbounds pass. Occupied defenders also negates their opportunity to help on the quick drive and layup. . . . Keep Reading
Double Screen Clear Out
Run this sideline inbounds play from the defensive sideline when you need a score in the last few seconds of the half or game. If you have a player that can penetrate and one that is a shooting threat, this play is particularly effective. . . . Keep Reading
Sideline Misdirection
This misdirection play from a sideline out of bounds situation is designed to produce a jump shot from the short corner. It can be run against man or zone defenses and can also be used as a last second option at the end of a half or game. . . . Keep Reading
Sideline Split
Sideline split is a sideline inbounds play that offers up a couple of great scoring options. Two players split or criss-cross off of the inbounds receiver looking for a pass for an easy shot. An added option is that it creates a 1-on-1 opportunity for the inbounds receiver. . . . Keep Reading
Big Man Out
A sideline out of bounds play designed to draw the opponent's big man away from the basket to create an easy scoring opportunity. . . . Keep Reading
Box Staggered Reversal
A sideline out of bounds play that begins in a box formation and utilizes a staggered double screen and dribble reversal to create an open shot opportunity. . . . Keep Reading
Staggered High Cut Swing
Utilize a staggered screen to reverse the basketball for a shot or drive opportunity. . . . Keep Reading
3/4 Court Two Long Play
Advance the basketball upcourt quickly when inbounding from the 3/4 court sideline position. . . . Keep Reading
Reversal for 3
This sideline out of bounds play can be used when you are specifically looking for a three-point shot. You might also find it useful when starting a half or quarter to get your best shooter an open 3. . . . Keep Reading
Backscreen the Passer
This sideline out of bounds play utilizes a backscreen for the inbounds passer to create an open scoring opportunity. It also includes a couple of other possible scoring options. . . . Keep Reading
Basket Cut Options
This sideline out of bounds play is designed as a last-second scoring play when there are about 5 seconds left in the game. A quick shot may be possible with this play, but an open shot is usually attained after a second pass and cut. . . . Keep Reading
Corner Diagonal Continuity
This sideline out of bounds play can be run when you have to inbounds the basketball from the corner. . . . Keep Reading
Double Screen or Ball Reversal
This sideline out of bounds play is designed to get a quick shot off of a double screen, with the option to reverse the ball for an easy opportunity. . . . Keep Reading
Last Second Sidecourt X-Out Plays
These X-Out plays are designed as last second plays to be executed when inbounding the basketball in the frontcourt and from the side. Each play begins from the 'X' formation and should be chosen based upon time left on clock and whether you are down by 2 or 3 points. . . . Keep Reading
Backcourt Line Play
This inbounds play can be used when the defense is pressuring you in the backcourt and you are taking the ball out of bounds on the side. . . . Keep Reading
Box Lob Double
Use this frontcourt side out-of-bounds play at anytime of the game, but the lob option also makes it a great last second scoring chance. . . . Keep Reading
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