High Screen and Roll
- High Screen and Roll.
- Player 1: drive to the basket off the ball screen from player 2 then lob pass to player 2.
- Player 2: set a flat screen for player 1, perform a dive then perform a dunk.
A High Screen and Roll is a fundamental pick-and-roll offensive action where a screener sets a ball screen for a ball handler high on the court, typically around the top of the key or beyond the three-point line. The primary goal is to initiate offense from a dangerous distance, giving the ball handler space to attack downhill and the screener a clear path to roll to the basket. This action forces the defense to make quick decisions, creating opportunities for the ball handler to drive for a layup or jump shot, or for the screener to receive a pass as they dive to the rim. It's a versatile action that can be executed in various offensive sets and is a staple in many team's playbooks due to its ability to generate high-percentage scoring chances.
Player 2 sets a flat screen high for Player 1, who then dribbles hard toward the basket. As Player 1 drives, Player 2 rolls to the rim. Player 1 delivers a lob pass to Player 2, who finishes with a dunk.