Abstract: Using the method of literature review, this article analyzed the connotation of the “overall basketball” concept so as to promote the learning and communication of different basketball techniques and styles, and to provide a theoretical basis and reference for the development of our national basketball. The main conclusion: analysis on collaboration between players in overall basketball games, individual’s use of techniques in the team tactics and stress of players' focus on the game shows that “overall basketball” is a holistic concept of competitive basketball, which embraces technical and tactical characteristics, individual performance and team collaboration, basketball style in a country’s or region’s basketball training and competition. The application of “overall basketball” needs to be based on the actual conditions of basketball development. Still, if it is to maintain its vitality, it needs to absorb experiences and make innovations. Therefore, we need to look at the “overall basketball” concept rationally.

Key words: Overall Basketball, Star Basketball, Basketball Style