Defense is the act of containing or keeping the opponent away from your net where they can score a point.
When in defensive mode, a player should:
- have their feet slightly wider than shoulders
- arms waving out
- back straight
- knees bent
- be between the opponent and the basket
- be prepared for any kind of movement (forward, backward, or sideways) of opponent.
Defense while opponent is shooting, you should:- have your hands up to block or deflect the ball
- jump up
- avoid body contact