DENVER — As Stephen Curry dribbles his way toward the awaiting screen from Draymond Green, he knows two defenders will eagerly meet him well outside the three-point arc. The defenders' goal is to prevent Curry from launching an easy three-point attempt.
But this has a side effect: Green is wide-open as he rolls toward the key.
When he catches the pass, he knows the defense will collapse around him, leaving one of his teammates wide-open on the perimeter. He also knows his teammates can easily whip the ball around the perimeter until a wider-open look is presented.