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BASKETBALL TERMS

This will be dedicated to those who may not be a fan of the sport or don't really know certain terms used. I apologize for not considering that. It will be updated daily to allow you guys to read smoothly without lacking understanding of the context.

Basketball: a game played between two teams of five players in which goals are scored by throwing a ball through a netted hoop fixed at each end of the court.

Half line: The half court line is, as the name would suggest, halfway between each end line. In the middle of the half court line is a tip-off circle with a six-foot radius.

Rim: The rim is a piece of basketball equipment, the circular metal ring holding up the net. It hangs from the backboard. The rim had a diameter of 18 inches. A slam dunk requires one to jump high enough to get his hand above or over the rim

Hoop: A basketball hoop is the ring that players try to throw the ball into in order to score points for their team.

Passing: Passing in basketball is the act throwing the ball to a teammate.

Dribbling: In basketball, dribbling is bouncing the ball on the floor continuously with one hand at a time.It is the only legal way that a player may maintain possession of the ball while walking or running.

A crossover: A crossover dribble is a basketball maneuver in which a player dribbling the ball switches the ball rapidly from one hand to the other, to make a change in direction.

Between the legs: Between the legs dribble consists of action that occurs when an offensive player dribbles the basketball with one particular hand between their legs and afterwards, that same player catches the ball with their opposite hand.

Behind the back: Behind the Back Dribble is a move where the ball is moving from one hand to another, but the ball bounces behind the player's back.

In and out: this is essentially a fake crossover bringing the ball in and then exploding out.

Spin: A reverse spin dribble is a technique used to change direction and, when done correctly, protects the ball from the defender by keeping the dribbler's body between the defender and the ball. The footwork on a reverse spin dribble is simply a reverse pivot.

Triple threat: when you have the ball you are ready to either shot, pass, or dribble the ball, all three moves ultimately leading to a bucket.

Fake: A quick motion used to trick a defender about the direction of a shot or pass. Offensive players without the ball can also use fakes to get free of their defenders.

Fast Break: When the defense takes the ball in transition and quickly passes it toward their basket for a scoring opportunity.

Defense: Defense in basketball refers to the collective effort of players to prevent the opposing team from scoring. It involves a combination of positioning, anticipation, and physicality to disrupt offensive plays and force turnovers.

Foul: A foul is an infraction that occurs during a basketball game that generally comprises illegal contact between opposing players on the court, unwarranted conduct from a particular player, coach, or bench personnel, as well as other violations of rules that might justify the assessment of a foul by an official.

Offensive foul:An offensive foul is an infraction that occurs during a basketball game when an offensive player uses any part of their body such as their hands, arms, legs, or feet to make illegal contact with an opposing defensive player.

Defensive foul: A defensive foul is an infraction that occurs during a basketball game when a defender uses any part of their body such as their hands, arms, legs, or feet to make illegal contact with an opposing offensive player.

Fouling out : A player who commits five personal fouls over the course of a 40-minute game, or six in a 48-minute game, fouls out and is disqualified for the remainder of the game.

Paint : In the sport, the paint, also called the key or free throw lane, refers to the rectangular lane underneath the hoop on a basketball court. It's often shaded or painted.

Block: in basketball, a block or blocked shot occurs when a defensive player legally deflects a field goal attempt from an offensive player to prevent a score.

 Free throw a basketball shot worth one point that must be made from behind a specific line and is given because of a foul by an opponent.

Layup: a basketball shot that's worth two points and is made from near the basket usually by bouncing the ball off the backboard.

Floater: A floater is a one-handed shot taken from a distance, usually when the player is too far for a standard lay-up but too close for a jump shot.

Reverse layup : A "reverse" lay-up is where the offensive player drives from one side of the basket, and shoots from the other side of the basket.

Mid-ranged shot: The mid-range is the area of the court between the paint and the three-point line; the shot is too close to the basket to be a three, but is far enough way that it is not considered a layup or floater.

Three pointer: a field goal worth three points, made from behind a specified line three-point line or arc.

Deep three pointer: a field goal worth three points, made from behind a specified line three-point line. However, in this case the shot is taken from a considerable distance away from the three point arc, Typically within the region of the half line and the three point arc.

Dunk: A slam dunk, also simply known as a dunk, is a type of basketball shot that is performed when a player jumps in the air, controls the ball above the horizontal plane of the rim, and scores by shoving the ball directly through the basket with one or both hands.

Two-Handed Dunk: The most common type of dunk, is where the ball is dunked with both hands simultaneously.

One-Handed Dunk: In this variation, the ball is dunked with one hand while the other hand serves as support.

Alley oop: a basketball play in which a leaping player catches a pass above the basket and immediately dunks the ball

Tomahawk: resembling the windup and sharp downward motion of a blow with a tomahawk. A Tomahawk dunk can be performed with one or two hands, and when two hands are used, it is called a backscratcher. Initially referred to as a gorilla dunk, that term is uncommon now.

Windmill dunk: This dunk starts when a player raises the ball, lowers it and wraps it around in a circular motion for a powerful finish.

Posterized: Posterized is North American slang, derived from an action in the game of basketball in which the offensive player performs a slam dunk over a defending player.

Reverse dunk: A dunk in which the player's back is to the basket when the ball is dunked.

One on one: During a one on one game, one offensive player in possession of the basketball as well as one defensive player compete against each other.

Two on two: 2 on 2, sometimes known as 2 versus 2, generally consists of four total players on the basketball court that would compete against each other in teams of two, typically within half court play.

three on three: two teams of three players each face off on a half-court. The objective is to outscore the opponent in a 20-minute game by 2s and 3s. Both teams shoot on the same hoop but must take the ball beyond the arc (3-point line) with each change of possession.

Point Guard: The point guard otherwise known as the coach on the court runs the offense and usually is the team's best dribbler and passer. The point guard defends the opponent's point guard and tries to steal the ball.

Shooting guard:The shooting guard (SG), also known as the two, two guard or off guard,is one of the five traditional positions in a regulation basketball game. A shooting guard's main objective is to score points for their team from behind the arc ( three point line) and steal the ball on defense.Some teams ask their shooting guards to bring up the ball as well; these players are known colloquially as combo guards.

Small forward: The small forward (SF), also known as the three, is one of the five positions in a regulation basketball game.Small forwards are typically shorter, quicker, and leaner than power forwards and centers but taller, larger, and stronger than either of the guard positions.They are strategic and are often relied upon to score, defend, create open lanes, and rebound for their team.

Power forward: The power forward is often the team's most powerful and dependable scorer, being able to score close to the basket while also being able to shoot mid-range jump shots from 10 to 15 feet from the basket.

Center: The center position in basketball is often considered the backbone of the team's defense and a key player in offense. Centers are typically the tallest players on the court, patrolling the area near the basket on both ends. Their responsibilities include guarding the basket, securing rebounds, and scoring in the paint.