In the "Laker" break the ball is advanced quickly with teamwork rather than relying on a single point guard to advance the ball. In making an outlet pass after a defensive rebound or when inbounding the ball after a made shot, the first look is long, which immediately puts pressure on the defense to get back and protect the basket. The second look is short and the third look, usually against full court pressure, will be to the middle.

Since this five player break will readily create outnumber situations, it is very import to practice attacking 2 on 1 and 3 on 2 situations. O3 and O4 especially need to be well taught and drilled in to attacking and finishing (scoring) on a 2 on 1 situation. Inbounders must also practice throwing long, accurate inbounds passes.

Basic Alignment and Assignments

If/when shot is made O5 quickly takes ball out looking for deep outlets O3 and O4. If not available, O5 looks to inbound to either O1 or O2. All passes must be sharp and lead receivers. Whenever possible advance the ball with pass rather than dribble.
Note: O1 and O2 as well as O3 and O4 are interchangeable positions.

First Look: Long