Andreas Rauh
Andreas Rauh
Published 04 December 2024

Horns - Twist

This play starts with the ball handler drawing their defender into an initial ball screen, then quickly pivoting to receive a second screen from the opposite side.

It’s tough to defend because the defense must navigate two screens in rapid succession.

Phase 1
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The ball handler stretches the defender to set up an initial ball screen from the bigs positioned at the high post.

Defenders must decide whether to switch or stay in their matchups.

Phase 2
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The ball reverses direction, cutting back to the opposite side, where the other big sets a backside screen on the ball-handler's man.

This action forces the defenders to communicate and decide on a switch.

Phase 3
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The ball handler drives downhill, with the topside big rolling to the basket after setting the screen, while the initial screener pops out as an outlet option on the perimeter.

Phase 4
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The primary option is to shoot, however, there should be opportunities for passes in all directions if the defense collapses.

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