The Chin set is useful across multiple levels of competition because it is so versatile. In the NBA, it is often used as a designed set to feature a particular scoring option on the floor. At the college level, such as we see with Tom Crean’s offense at Indiana, it can be used as a continuity, with multiple options and counters to choose from. It is tough to deny a team from getting into Chin, as well, because the initial pass can go to any player on the floor. If all passes are denied, a simple Dribble Handoff to the wing transforms Chin into Forwards Out, and opens up a whole new set of plays.
Chin Set
A basic Chin set into a ballscreen. This is a good option for getting your 2 or 3 into a high ballscreen. Against Weak coverage against the ballscreen, flip the angle of the screen to set up a Spread P/R and a single side bump situation for your shooting 3.
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Chin w/Single
Another look out of the Chin set. This play is designed to attack a defense that aggressively tags the Chin cut.
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Chin Middle Cut / Blast
Two more options out of the Chin set.
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Chin – Guard Post Ups
The Chin set is a great way to create a post up situation for your big guards.
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Chin – Post Rip
A Chin counter option to a post up.
Chin – High Split Option
This Chin option can be run as a called play, or as a counter if the defense denies the initial pass. Great for a passing big man.
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Chin as Continuity
The Chin set can also be used as the basis of a Continuity offense, such as this action that Tom Crean uses in the Hoosiers’ Chin offense. This Chin action is initiated with a DHO.
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Chin – Special
My last Chin option. Use this play to create a catch and shoot look for the PG.
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