Most basketball coaches love their stats, as they typically give them a pretty good idea of how their team played.
Some coaches focus on their shooting percentage. Others on the rebounding battle.
But no matter what column a coach may look at first, it is guaranteed that eventually they take a look at the number of turnovers their team committed.
Because while most statistics can be skewed at least a little bit depending on the opponent, turnovers are a pretty clear indication of how a team played.
This article will look at what turnovers in basketball are, why teams attempt to limit them each game, and what you can work on with your players to avoid them as much as possible.
What Is a Turnover in Basketball?
A turnover is when the offense loses possession of the basketball before attempting a shot.
How do Turnovers Occur?
There are basically two different ways that a player can commit a turnover:
1. Violation
A violation occurs whenever an…
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