Free-throw line extended - an imaginary line drawn from the free-throw line to the sideline to determine the location for certain throw-ins.
Frontcourt - the area between the midcourt line and the end line closest to the offense's basket.
The free-throw line extended positions of the forwards usually split the positions of the two defenders on the sides of the zone, making these forwards the responsibility of the outside deep defenders in the zone.
Two players are in each outlet spot, free-throw line extended. One defensive player is in the lane. Player number 2 in the line takes a shot on the basket.
If the ball is below the free-throw line extended (in the corner-wing area), the defender should play on the baseline side of the post player, making contact with the post player's inside (baseline) shoulder, ...
When a strongside offensive player is above the tip of the circle extended, his defensive man may be no lower than the free-throw line extended (upper defensive area) for more than 2.9 seconds.
High Post -- the unmarked region outside the “Foul Lane' at the “Free-throw Line Extended'
Home Court Advantage - The idea that a team performs better on its hometown court because of familiarity fan support, etc.
As soon as the ball is dribbled or received below the free-throw line extended, the nearest defender steps out to make a sideline trap with the on-ball defender, and the weak side defenders rotate.
1. 2-1-2 zone. This defense is strong in the post area and corners and affords good rebounding strength. It is weak on the sides at the free-throw line extended.
Next 2 players begin as players reach free-throw line extended. This drill is a great way to begin practice as it gets players loose, focused, and in a defensive mindset. It is also a great drill to do half-court as your team enters pre-game warmups.
 See also: Ball, Free-throw line, Free-throw, Basket, Court
  
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