In the Horns Twist, the ball handler uses both screens sequentially to throw off the defender and disrupt the coverage. The ball handler attacks one direction off the first screen, forcing the on-ball defender to commit—then quickly changes direction to use the second screen, shifting the action to the opposite side. It’s similar to a twist screen or Varejao action, but executed with two screeners from the start.
Basic Horns Double Screen
After using the first screen, the initial screener dives to the basket, putting pressure on the interior defense.
Then the ball handler will use the 2nd screen.
The second screener will roll, while the first screener - after rolling - fades or pops out to the three-point line.
This layered movement forces the defense to identify and communicate who tags the first roller, who helps on the second, and who closes out on the pop, often creating hesitation or miscommunication in the backline.
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