How to Pick & Roll in NBA 2K23

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Perfecting your pick and roll in NBA 2K23 has never been more important.

Welcome back 2K fans! Now we understand that beating a defender isn’t always that easy. However, when these sticky situations arise, players can always lean on their teammates. Setting screens is a very important part of the NBA, but they mean nothing if executed poorly. That’s why this guide will break down how to select and roll in NBA 2K23.

Pick & Roll Guide for NBA 2K23

When it comes to execution Pick and roll in NBA 2K23, there are several tiny layers to consider. But you can’t take care of all of this without nailing down the basics first.

Simple pick & roll

Bringing up a home screen is very simple. All the player has to do is hold the shoulder button on the top left of the controller they’re using – L1 on PlayStation, LB on Xbox, and L on Nintendo Switch. From there, depending on the distance between you and your teammate, you could even attempt an alley-oop. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves just yet…

Pick & Roll (or Fade)

Toggling the initial screen gives players a choice to either direct the player with a throw or hide instead. To select a fade, press the shoulder button on the top right – R1 on PlayStation, RB on Xbox, and R on Nintendo Switch. This is best used with a strong perimeter shooter, and luckily there’s a way to control who’s framing the screen.

icon selection control

To select the screener, simply tap and hold the shoulder button in the top left that corresponds to your preferred screener. Being able to control this opens the door to invaluable benefits. Say you’re looking for a big shot on the track – perfect, pick a shooter to hide. Looking to build a strong color presence? Then roll with the big men until the well runs dry.

Slip screen or an early fade

Another tool is for the screener to slip or fade early. After initially calling out for the selection, tap the shoulder button in the top left again.before The screener gets hit. Once again, timing is important. Calling for a slip or fading out too soon defeats the entire purpose of the initial screen.

So there you have it, everything you need to master the art Pick and roll in NBA 2K23. If you can get down to a more methodical approach, all the better. And if you like what you see, perfect! Keep an eye on Twinfinite for more of our NBA 2K23 coverage and check out everything at the links below, including Alley-oop, Fake Pass, and Challenge Calls.