Place a cone between the three-point line and the elbow to mark where the roll man will catch the pass. The ball handler should pass immediately after using the screen, without taking an extra dribble, to disrupt the defense.
Timing is critical—make the pass half a beat earlier than usual. The roll man will typically catch the ball stationary, ready to shoot or make a quick move toward the basket
Place a cone in the middle of the paint to practice overhead or lob passes. Use misdirections, like looking away or faking a pass, to navigate the crowded paint.
The roll man should seal an imaginary defender, catch the ball with their back to the basket, and execute a strong post move to finish.
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This drill teaches 3 different passing options in a basic pick & roll.
All the fundamental principles of 'Separation and Brush' apply here. Instead of finishing at the rim after using the screen, the ball handler will pass to the roll man to complete the play.
Following the pass, the ball handler will backpedal to the three-point line for a catch-and-shoot opportunity.
Place a cone at the elbow to practice the pocket pass. The ball handler’s aim is to lead the roll man toward the basket for a smooth scoring opportunity.
The key difference between a Pocket Pass and a Short Roll Pass is timing and positioning. The Pocket Pass finds the roll man in motion toward the basket, while the Short Roll Pass hits the roll man stationary, requiring them to make a move.
