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All Ball: Often said by the defensive player who appears to have blocked the shot but instead is called for a foul.

All Day: If a player can consistently make a shot, it is said that he can make it 'all day'.

Alley-Oop Pass: A pass thrown with a high arc near the basket so a teammate can make a leaping catch and score in a single motion.

Alternating Possession Rule: In high school and college basketball , most jump balls have been eliminated in favor of a rule that the teams take turns gaining possession for a throw-in after a held ball and similar stop . . . View Full Definition

Assist: The last pass to a teammate that leads directly to a field goal; the scorer must move immediately toward the basket for the passer to be credited with an assist; only 1 assist can be credite . . . View Full Definition

Back Door: A back door play is when a player without the ball gets behind the defense and receives a pass for an easy score. This can be executed if the defenders are unaware of the open space behind t . . . View Full Definition

Back Screen: A move by an offensive player away from the basket to set a screen for a teammate.

Back-Door Cut: A cut behind the defender and toward the basket.

Backboard: The flat surface directly behind the basket. The basket is connected to the backboard.

Backcourt: That half of the court that is the farthest from the offensive basket. Also, the position played by the guards.

Ball: The basketball is 9 ½ inches in diameter and weighs 20 to 22 ounces.

Ball Fake: A fake pass or shot.

Ball Handler: Player controlling the ball; can also mean a player known for skillful handling of the ball.

Ball Side: The side of the court on which the ball is located. Also called the strong side.

Bang The Boards: To go after a rebound very aggressively.

Bang The Glass: See the basketball glossary term 'bang the boards'.

Bank Shot: A bank shot in basketball is a shot that relies on the ball bouncing off the backboard and into the basket. It is frequently used for mid-range jump shots from an angle (usually at the elbow . . . View Full Definition

Baseball Pass: The baseball pass or lance pass is a long pass in which the passer throws the ball with one hand, as if it were a baseball or a football. It is infrequently used, mainly to set up last-secon . . . View Full Definition

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