The "Pinch Post"Definition of the Pinch Post The pinch post is the term used for utilizing the high post on the help side of the floor The Pinch Post in 1993 and 1998
The pinch post was first utilized in the early 90's but it wasn't until the late 90's it became a central option in the triangle offense. The Pinch Post in 2010
In 2010 the Lakers also used the Pinch Post when passing out of the Triangle. They also incorporated the pinch post as an option on the first pass, I imagine as a result of the lack of patience of today's players and the desire of superstars to play 1 on 1. Here is another option for a first pass entry to the pinch post, this time also looking for a shooter coming off of a double screen on the help side.
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