P/R Reads: ghost screen 3v2

This drill teaches ghost screen actions into downhill drives and weakside reads in a 3-on-2 setting. The screener fakes the screen and pops, creating confusion and a driving lane. The ball handler then reads help to finish, hit the corner, or find the popper. Setup 3 offensive players: Ball handler at the top of the key Corner player in the right corner Ghost screener starting at the left block 2 defenders: Positioned to guard the right corner and right wing/pop Additional players line up to rotate; multiple groups can run on both ends. How the Drill Works Ghost Screen Action The screener runs from the left block toward the ball handler. They fake setting a screen (ghost) and immediately slip/pop to the right wing. Downhill Drive The ball handler attacks as if the defense messed up the switch, turning the corner into the paint. Help Rotation The low defender (corner defender) typically steps up to help at the rim. Offensive Reads (3 options) Finish at the basket if no help Kick to the corner if the low defender helps Hit the ghost pop (right wing) if the defense takes away the corner Play to a Shot Offense makes the correct read and gets a shot. Shooting Add-On / Continuity After the initial shot: players fill out and get additional shots (coach/lines can pass balls in), the passer can peel to the opposite corner to keep flow and spacing. Rotate & Repeat Rotate positions and run continuously from both sides. Key Training Focus Ghost screen timing and deception Downhill attacking off fake screens Weakside help reads (corner vs. pop) Decision making in 3-on-2 advantage Spacing and relocation Game Translation This mirrors modern offenses using ghost screens to create confusion in switch-heavy defenses. The action opens a lane for the ball handler and forces weakside defenders into difficult help-and-recover decisions. Coaching Emphasis Screener must sell the screen before slipping/popping. Ball handler should attack decisively—no hesitation. Emphasize reading the low man first. Corner and wing players must be shot-ready. Keep spacing tight and movements timed with the drive. Recommended Usage Best for: installing ghost screen actions transition/advantage drills team shooting with reads warm-up into live play Effective for guards and wings, but useful for all positions. Equipment Basketball