What Makes a Screen Assist Matter

[SAMPLE EDITORIAL ESSAY] Screening creates value that the box score may not capture. A solid pick can force two defenders to the ball, free a shooter for a catch, or send a big rolling into open space. The screener's angle determines how much ground the defender has to cover. Watching the possession from the weak side makes this work easier to see. The player's movement can be the reason a teammate receives the ball with time and balance. Disclaimer: This is a sample editorial essay created for the COURTSIDE interface demonstration. It is not reported news or verified statistical analysis.