Since basketball's invention in 1891, the sport's players and coaches have introduced new ways to win almost every time they have taken the floor. And with more dynamic athletes on the court than ever before, how players compete in one of the world's most popular games is changing all over again. This title introduces readers to the history of some of basketball's most popular tactics and how they are used in today's fast-paced action. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, an infographic, a glossary, and an index.

Includes glossary, index and online resources (page 47). Abdo SportsZone.

Introduction -- The pick-and-roll -- Positionless basketball -- Motion offense -- Under pressure -- Glossary -- More information -- Online resources -- Index -- About the author.