The object of this play is to take advantage of Bonzi Wells’ ability to scorer against smaller guards in the post.
The Setup
The set up for this play is as basic as it gets.
You position your post up guard (Bonzi Wells) in the low block on whatever side he feels comfortable with. Surround him with his two shooters (Rasual Butler, Morris Peterson and/or Peja Stojakovic). On the weak side, have the point guard (Chris Paul) and a big man (David West or Tyson Chandler).
The Execution
The strong side of the offense is basic fundamental inside-outside basketball.
By having the shooters both on the same side, defenses would have a harder time sending help defenders into the paint. Bonzi Wells can work his defender over in the paint. If he is unable to get good positioning, he can swing it out to one of his shooters. The shooters can either swing it between themselves or they can punch the ball back into the low post.
If neither the shooters or Bonzi Wells has a good look, they can swing the ball over to the weak side where Chris Paul and David West can run a pick and roll to close out the possession.
Having shooters on the top of the key also makes it difficult for defenses to collapse on the pick and roll as well.
Closing Thoughts
This play or a variation of this play should be the bread and butter play for the New Orleans Hornets in the playoffs.