Basketball Glossary
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Shooter: A player who takes a shot at the basket.
Shooting Guard: Generally, the player who takes the majority of the shots from the perimeter, many of which are three-point attempts.
Shooting Pocket: Also referred to as the triple-threat position.
Shot Clock: A clock that limits the time a team with the ball has to shoot it.
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Sidelines: The two boundary lines that run the length of the court.
Sixth Man: The best sub on the team, the first guy off the bench to replace a starter.
Small Forward: Usually bigger than the guards but smaller than the power forward; responsibilities include both inside and outside work.
Spacing: Refers to the positioning of the offensive players, who should be approximately 15-18 feet from one another.
Speed Dribble: A high, quick dribble used to advance the ball up the court when there are no defenders blocking your path.
Spin Dribble: A change-of-direction move in which the dribbler's body is always kept between the ball and the defender.
Spin Move: In a spin move, the ballhandler spins his/her body to change the direction and put his body between the ball and the defender. The spin move can be used while dribbling (when it is also call . . . View Full Definition
Squaring Up: When a player's shoulders are facing the basket as he releases the ball for a shot; considered the best shooting position.
Starting Line-Up: The five players who begin a game for one team.
Stride Stop: Coming to a full stop by landing on one foot first and then the other foot.
Strong Side: The side of the court on which the ball is being controlled. If the ball is either passed or dribbled across court, then that side becomes the strong side.
Substitute: A player who comes into the game to replace a player on the court.
Swing Man: A player who can play both the guard and forward positions.
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