noun
General Slang
pick-and-roll
PIK-and-ROHL · noun · informal
A screen for the ball-handler, then the screener cuts to the rim
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An offensive play where a teammate sets a screen for the ball-handler and then rolls toward the basket for a pass.
“They ran pick-and-roll all game and the defense had no answer.”
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pick-and-roll In A Sentence
They ran pick-and-roll all game and the defense had no answer.
Origin & Usage
Fundamental play, a staple since the mid-20th century; perfected by Stockton-to-Malone.
People Also Ask
What is a pick-and-roll?
An offensive play where a teammate sets a screen (pick) for the ball-handler, then rolls toward the basket for a pass.
Who is famous for the pick-and-roll?
John Stockton and Karl Malone of the Utah Jazz perfected it, making 'Stockton-to-Malone' iconic.
Why is the pick-and-roll so effective?
It forces the defense to make a split-second choice, often leaving either the ball-handler or the roller open.
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