The paint is the area defenders use to protect the middle of the field. When you're guarding the ball, you can step outside it. When you're off ball, you should stay inside it and be ready to help.
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The paint is one of the most important areas to understand when learning team defense.
Think of it as the area your defense needs to protect when you're not directly guarding the ball.
The basic rule is simple:
If you're not on the ball, stay in the paint.
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