The Basketball Podcast Adam Pike on The Noah Laroche Offense (EP402)
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Dec 10, 2025 In this conversation, Adam Pike, an NBA film analyst specializing in the Memphis Grizzlies, delves into the innovative Noah LaRoche offense. He breaks down core concepts like spacing and the critical pass-cut-and-fill trigger. Adam contrasts NBA and Division III movement, highlighting the impact on player roles. The discussion includes Miami's adaptation of the offense, player empowerment, and the five-out principles. With insights into coaching strategies and player development, Adam sheds light on how these modern tactics enhance basketball flow.
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Corner Cut To Corner Fill Boosts Space
- Corner-to-corner cutting and filling differs from classic 45 burn patterns and amplifies spacing for drives.
- That rotation forces tougher closeouts and creates more variability for defenses to guard.
Playmaker Spot Varies By Level
- Adam played an Army Black Knights clip showing the playmaker spot functioning like a post-off set with cut, cut, clear.
- Memphis used a playmaker mostly as a Jaren Jackson Jr. post entry rather than the D3 positionless version.
Get Below The Free-Throw Line
- Use extreme spacing and clear-side alignments to create huge driving lanes under the free-throw line.
- Attack matchups and get the initial drive below the free-throw line to raise expected points per possession.