Which is NOT a defensive basketball skill?

• A. Passing
• B. Blocking
• C. Stealing
• D. Defensive rebounding

Answer: (A)

In basketball, defensive skills are actions that stop the opponent from scoring and help regain possession. Blocking is when a defender prevents a shot from going in, or alters it at the rim. Stealing is taking the ball away from an opponent to disrupt their play. Defensive rebounding is securing the ball after a missed shot to end the opponent’s scoring opportunity. Passing, on the other hand, is used to move the ball and create scoring chances for your team; it’s an offensive action aimed at advancing the ball, not stopping the opponent. So passing is not a defensive skill.