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This week I am focused on developing some ideas for future ATO plays for my teams.  

As you know ATO's are special plays and actions teams run after time-outs or can also be run in a dead-ball situation. 

Typically, the plays are designed to get a specific player an open shot or it’s a counter to a play being ran based on how the defense has been guarding the action or based on a scouting report..

Here are a few ATOs that I like.

Coach Luka Bassin breaks down a play from Euroleague powerhouse Fenerbahce in this clip being run from a sideline situation for a 3.

(Click the link below each video to watch)

EOG SLOB FLARE Quick Hitter for 3 (Fenerbahce)

Zak Boisvert discusses the use of ghost screens and how this is an effective counter vs. teams who like to switch ball screens.  

Charlotte 5 Out Ghost Action

Former G League coach Jimmy Bradshaw shares some ATOs designed for a good shooter in this clip.

ATO

Southern Miss head coach Jay Ladner shares a lob play, which many coaches like to use as an ATO action.

Quick Lob Action

Another top coach from Europe, Aito Garcia Reneses uses a pin down screen for his post in this action.

ATO #5 for #4 Pin Down

If you are looking for a good course that gives you an overview of ATO’s, I highly recommend ATO Plays-Best Sets and Practices by Adam Spinella.

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