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Basketball stars Cheats : Tips and tricks of the game DEFENSE All coaches have different theories on how to play defense. Therefore, it becomes difficult and almost pointless for us to give you specific assignments on how to guard someone. We could tell you one thing, and your coach tells you another. Some coaches will tell you to force the player you are guarding to the outside of the court; other coaches will say to the middle of the court. Some coaches will want to you to defend a player close; other coaches will want you to sag off the player. Some coaches will want you to play your man full court on defense; other coaches will want you to pick them up at half court. Some coaches will play man defense; other coaches will play zone. Some coaches will want you to help out your teammates if they get beat on defense; other coaches will tell you never to leave the player you are guarding. In general, each coach has their own theory, and there are endless different assignments that a coach can give a player. Therefore, we will explain the basic principles and techniques that will allow you to play optimal defense and properly execute whatever assignment your coach gives you! Defensive Stance The first thing to learn is the proper defensive stance. While maintaining a defensive stance, balance is key. Anyone can stand with arms spread out but few have the right balance to provide formidable resistance. Here are the key features of a defensive basketball position: