Film Room: Episode 7

“Film Room” is a segment on The Basketball Dictionary which breaks down random game clips via narration to dissect every component of a play. The idea is to demonstrate how small decisions — both by players and coaches — make a large impact on the outcome of possessions. A lot of terminology will be used, including much of what is already covered on the Dictionary itself.

Today’s episode explores two plays that decided the outcome of a game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Cleveland Cavaliers. In a game dominated by points, it was an understanding of proper approach angles in defensive help rotations that made the difference between victory and defeat.