basketball glossary
What is a Screen in Pickup Basketball?
A screen (or "pick") is when an offensive player stands stationary in the path of a defender, blocking them so a teammate can get free. The foundation of basketball offence at every level.
Example in a match
You set a screen on your teammate's defender. Your teammate uses the screen to dribble free for an open shot.
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 "Screen".
Free on iOS and Android. Multi-sport scoring across 9 sports with proper sport-specific scoring engines, ELO rating tracking, and tournament running.
Frequently asked questions
What is a screen in pickup basketball?
A screen (or "pick") is when an offensive player stands stationary in the path of a defender, blocking them so a teammate can get free. The foundation of basketball offence at every level.
Does Volley handle screen automatically?
Yes. Volley's pickup basketball scoring engine handles every standard rule including screen. 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.