Inside Dusty May's OOB Playbook
Michigan Wolverines Diagrams & Film
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Michigan’s offensive identity has undergone a masterclass transformation under Dusty May, currently ranking in the top 10 across nearly every major analytical metric.
While his transition game grabs the headlines, May’s true wizardry shines in the special situations, particularly his inventive baseline out-of-bounds (BLOB) sets.
Earlier this season, the “double elevator” went viral…
But here are a few more for your consideration….
3 Low Flare
Start with a cross screen to free up the 5 for the catch. 3 then screens for 2 who’s fading away from the ball for a catch-and-shoot 3PA.




