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Originally Posted by doubles

I played in high school/college and I always though setting a pick flat on someone's back was generally illegal -- when I said that at a rec game tonight, everyone looked at me like I was crazy.., anyone know if there is a rule against this?

A pick from behind (outside the visual field of the opponent) is not necessarily illegal but it can be. The screen must allow the screened player 1 step. If it is set closer than 1 step, it can be illegal.

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