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Pick and roll
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an offensive play in basketball where one player sets a screen for a teammate with the ball, then moves toward the basket for a potential pass or shot
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
pick and rolls
What is the "pick and roll"?
The pick and roll is a basketball play involving two players working together to create a scoring opportunity. One player sets a screen, which is a stationary position that blocks a defender, while the other player moves around the screen with the ball. After setting the screen, the first player quickly moves toward the basket to receive a pass. This play is designed to confuse the defense and create open space for a shot or pass. It is a common and effective strategy in basketball games.
Examples
The pick and roll created an open shot for the point guard.
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