A statistic credited to a player who passes the ball to a teammate in a way that leads to a score.
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B
The spherical object used in the game of basketball.
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C
The playing surface where basketball games are held, typically indoors
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D
The act of bouncing the ball with one hand while moving around the court.
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E
The boundary line at each end of the court behind the basket.
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F
A violation of the rules that results in the awarding of free throws or possession of the ball to the opposing team.
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G
A player responsible for handling the ball, directing the offense, and defending against opposing guards.
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H
The circular rim or ring suspended 10 feet above the floor where players aim to score points.
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I
Physical harm or damage to the body that results from an accident. In basketball can range from minor bruises, strains, or sprains to more serious conditions like fractures, dislocations, or ligament tears
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J
A shooting technique in which a player jumps into the air to shoot the ball over a defender (two words).
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K
The painted area on the court near the basket, also known as the paint or the lane.
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L
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M
A defensive strategy in which each defensive player guards a specific opponent.
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N
The mesh material hanging from the rim of the basket.
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O
The team with possession of the ball, attempting to score points.
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P
An offensive play in which a player sets a screen (pick) for a teammate handling the ball and then moves toward the basket (rolls) to receive a pass (three words separated by a dash "-".
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R
The act of gaining possession of the ball after a missed shot.
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S
An attempt to score points by throwing the ball toward the basket.
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T
A brief break in play called by either team's coach to strategize or rest players.
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U
The standardized clothing worn by players representing a particular team.
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W
The device used by referees to signal fouls, violations, or stoppages in play.
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Z
A defensive strategy in which players are assigned to specific areas of the court rather than to individual opponents.
