1. Man-to-Man Defense • Description: Each defender is responsible for guarding a specific offensive player. • Strengths: Allows for tight defense and adaptability to offensive plays. 2. Zone Defense • Description: Defenders cover specific areas of the court instead of individual players. Common formations include: o 2-3 Zone: Two players at the top, three in the paint. o 3-2 Zone: Three players at the top, two closer to the basket. • Strengths: Effective at protecting the paint and forcing outside shots. 3. Full-Court Press • Description: A defensive strategy that applies pressure on the offensive team across the entire court. Strengths: Aims to create turnovers and disrupt the offensive flow 4. Half-Court Trap • Description: Defenders trap the ball handler in a specific area, usually near the sidelines or corners. • Strengths: Forces hurried decisions and can create turnovers.

5. Box-and-One Defense • Description: A hybrid defense where four players play zone (box) while one player guards a specific offensive player man-to-man. • Strengths: Effective against a strong individual scorer. 6. Diamond Defense • Description: A zone defense where players form a diamond shape, often used to protect the key. • Strengths: Good for defending against drives and creating turnovers. 7. Matchup Zone • Description: A blend of zone and man-to-man defense. Players guard specific areas but switch to man-to-man principles when an opponent enters their zone. • Strengths: Provides flexibility in defending various offensive strategies. 8. Pressure Defense • Description: A strategy that involves aggressive defense on the ball handler and other players to force mistakes. • Strengths: Can create turnovers and disrupt the opponent’s rhythm.