basketball glossary
What is a Pick and roll in Pickup Basketball?
The pick and roll is the most common offensive play in basketball: one player sets a screen for the ball-handler, then "rolls" toward the basket. The ball-handler can shoot, drive, or pass to the rolling screener.
Example in a match
You set a pick for your point guard. They use the screen, you roll to the basket, they pass you the ball for an easy layup.
Pickup Basketball scoring with Volley
Volley scores pickup basketball with all the standard rules built in. Pick the sport at match setup, name your sides, and tap to score. Volley applies the rules from there — including the ones that involve "Pick and roll".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a pick and roll in pickup basketball?
The pick and roll is the most common offensive play in basketball: one player sets a screen for the ball-handler, then "rolls" toward the basket. The ball-handler can shoot, drive, or pass to the rolling screener.
Does Volley handle pick and roll automatically?
Yes. Volley's pickup basketball scoring engine handles every standard rule including pick and roll. You don't have to track it manually — pick the sport at match setup and Volley applies the rules.
Where can I learn more pickup basketball terms?
The full Pickup Basketball glossary is at /basketball-terms-glossary, with 20 of the most common terms explained.