X’s & O’s – Team Triangle Offense

Why Carsen Edwards and Purdue’s Zoom Offense Was So Effective in March Madness

by adminX's & O's February 23, 2026February 23, 2026No Comments

When Purdue made its 2019 March Madness run, it wasn’t just about shot-making – it was about structure. The Boilermakers’ Zoom offense blended shooting gravity, screening precision, and quick decision-making in a way that constantly stressed defensive rules. At the center was Carsen Edwards’ nuclear scoring ability. Around him – Matt Haarms’ screening and rim …

The Zoom Action: The Most Popularized Set Offense in College Basketball

by adminX's & O's February 16, 2026February 20, 2026No Comments

Zoom Action: The modern scoring trigger In its simplest form, zoom action is a coordinated three-player sequence that begins with an off-ball screen followed immediately by a dribble hand-off (DHO). The screening player sets a down screen for a teammate (typically a wing) who curls toward the ball and receives the hand-off from the ball …