EP44: Should You Use Points Systems in Practice?

In this episode, Alex Sarama and Adam discuss the use of constraint manipulation in basketball training. They question the validity of point systems and suggest alternative ways to manipulate constraints to enhance player performance. By shaping the boundaries of the game rather than changing how players think and engage with the game, coaches can create a more effective learning environment. They provide practical examples, such as using turnover as an immediate consequence instead of a point system, and changing shot selection criteria to focus on specific types of shots. 

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Key Takeaways:

01:00 - The limitations of point systems 

05:15 - Constraining to highlight the most important information 

08:03 - Additional examples of non-scoring system constraints

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