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Loading The Gun: Placing the ball in the shootng pocket with the wrist cocked ready to shoot.

Low Post: Imaginary area outside either side of the foul lane close to the basket.

Man-To-Man Defense: The defense mandatory in the NBA, where each defensive player is responsible for guarding one opponent.

Midcourt Area Marker: One of four lines extending 3 feet in from a sideline, 28 feet from and parallel to a baseline.

Midcourt Line: The line in the middle of the court that separates the frontcourt from the backcourt.

Net: A white mesh sleeve that hangs from the rim; 15 to 18 inches long.

No Look Pass: A pass from a ball handler who does not see the receiver, but is estimating where he should be.

Off The Dribble: A shot taken while driving to the basket.

Offense: The team with the ball.

Offensive Rebound: A rebound by a player on offense.

Officials: Also called referees, they're in charge of controlling the game.

One and One: A free-throw attempt awarded for certain violations that earns the shooter a 2nd attempt only if the first is successful; also called 'One Plus One'.

Open: When a player is unguarded by a defender.

Out Of Bounds: The area outside of and including the end lines and sidelines.

Outlet Pass: A pass made from a rebounder to an offensive teammate.

Outside Shooting: Shots taken from the perimeter.

Over The Limit: When a team commits more than 5 team fouls per NBA period (4 in each overtime) or more than 7 per half in college.

Overhand Lay-Up Shot: A lay-up shot with the shooting hand positioned on the back of the ball with the palm facing the basket.

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