2–3 zone defense
2–3 zone initial alignment | |
| 2–3 zone Defense | |
|---|---|
| Type: | Half court zone defense |
| Name Usage | |
| Technical name: | 2–3 zone Defense |
| Common name: | 2–3 zone |
| Other common names: | 2–1–2 zone |
| Play Development Credit | |
| Designed 1st by: | Coach Cam Henderson |
| Year play 1st used: | 1914 |
| Play 1st used by: | Bristol high school |
| Country: | United States |
The 2–3 zone defense is a defensive strategy used in basketball as an alternative to man-to-man defense. It is referred to as the 2–3 because of its formation on the court, which consists of two players at the front of the defense (closer to half court) and three players behind (closer to the team's basket).