Baseline Out-of-Bounds Plays: Simple BLOB Ideas for Basketball Teams

Baseline out-of-bounds plays should create a good shot or a safe inbound. For youth teams, those two goals matter more than having a large playbook.

Build a three-play package: one safe inbound, one layup action, and one counter when the defense overplays the first option.

1) Give the inbounder a safety valve

Every BLOB needs a player flashing back to the ball. A turnover under your own basket is too expensive.

2) Screen for layups first

Use simple screen-the-screener or cross-screen actions to put a cutter at the rim before settling for a jumper.

3) Add one counter

If the defense jumps the cutter, slip the screener or pop a shooter to the corner. One counter is enough if players execute it fast.

4) Practice the inbound pass

The passer needs footwork, fakes, and timing. A good play fails if the inbounder telegraphs the pass.

Need rebounding roles after set plays? Read the rebounding guide.