2 Person Closeout Drill

Andreas Rauh

Andreas Rauh

Oct 28, 2026
High-intensity closeouts into 1v1 defense on the drive, running continuously from both wings.
Setup: A line under the basket and one player on each wing, half court.
The first player in line passes to a wing and closes out. The wing drives middle while the defender stays in front, then passes to the opposite wing. The defender takes the wing spot, the driver goes to the back of the line, and the next player closes out on the new ball.
Coaching points:
  • Close out under control with a high hand
  • Stay in front of the drive
  • Sprint to the wing spot on the pass
Pass & Close Out (Left Wing)
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The first player in line passes to the left wing and closes out.
Defend the Drive (Left)
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The wing drives middle. The defender slides to stay in front.
Kick Out & Rotate (Left)
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The driver passes to the right wing and goes to the back of the line. The defender takes the left wing spot.
Close Out (Right Wing)
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The next player in line closes out on the right wing.
Defend the Drive (Right)
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The right wing drives middle. The defender slides to stay in front.
Kick Out & Rotate (Right)
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The driver passes to the left wing and goes to the back of the line. The defender takes the right wing spot.
Keep It Going
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Everyone is back in place and the next player closes out on the ball.
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