Tagging the Roll Man
Tagging is when a defender (usually the one helping on the ball handler) quickly touches or pressures the roller before recovering back to their original assignment.
Team Defense
Tagging the Roll Man (Play Library)
When a guard sets a ball screen, the nearest help defender "tags" the roll man (momentarily takes responsibility for the roll) before recovering to their own man
Direct answer
What is Tagging the Roll Man (Play Library)?
When a guard sets a ball screen, the nearest help defender "tags" the roll man (momentarily takes responsibility for the roll) before recovering to their own man
Quick facts
| Category | Team Defense |
|---|---|
| Source volume | BASKETBALL_PLAY_VAULT.md |
What it is
- When a guard sets a ball screen, the nearest help defender "tags" the roll man (momentarily takes responsibility for the roll) before recovering to their own man
How it works
- Especially when the nearest man is a non-shooter, they can tag without risk
- Counter: Ghost screens, Spain action, or skip passes to the opposite corner
Bilingual terms
| English | Tagging the Roll Man (Play Library) |
|---|---|
| Simplified Chinese | Tag协防顺下者 |
| Traditional Chinese | 標記順下人 |
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