Pin Down
- Pin Down.
- Player 1: bounce pass to player 3.
- Player 2: set a down screen to free player 3.
- Player 3: curl tight off the screen looking for the ball then catch and shoot — feet set, let it fly.
A **Pin Down** is a fundamental basketball offensive action involving an off-ball screen set by one offensive player for a teammate. In this play, the screener typically positions themselves closer to the basket, often near the block or low post area, while the cutter starts deeper in the paint or along the baseline. The cutter then uses the screen to break free and sprint towards the perimeter, aiming to receive a pass for a jump shot or a drive to the basket. The term 'pin down' refers to the screener's objective to 'pin' the cutter's defender below or behind the screen, thereby creating separation and an open look on the perimeter. This action often leads to a variety of reads for the cutter, including a curl, a straight cut, or a flare cut, depending on the defensive coverage.
Pin Down. Player 1: bounce pass to player 3. Player 2: set a down screen to free player 3. Player 3: curl tight off the screen looking for the ball then catch and shoot — feet set, let it fly.