Basketball English Picture Dictionary91

Basketball, a fast-paced and exciting sport, has its own unique set of terms and phrases that can be difficult to understand for those who are new to the game. This basketball English picture dictionary provides a comprehensive guide to the essential vocabulary used in basketball, with clear and easy-to-understand definitions and examples.

Basic Terminology
Backboard: The rectangular board behind the hoop that the ball bounces off.
Basket: The hoop and net that the ball is shot into.
Court: The rectangular playing area where the game is played.
Foul: An illegal action that results in a penalty.
Free throw: A shot taken from behind the free throw line after a foul has been committed.
Hoop: The metal ring attached to the backboard that the ball is shot through.
Layup: A shot taken close to the basket, typically by jumping and placing the ball into the basket.
Net: The mesh attached to the hoop that catches the ball when it is shot.
Player: A person who participates in the game.
Rim: The edge of the hoop.
Swish: A shot that goes directly through the hoop without hitting the rim.
Tip-off: The start of the game, when the ball is tossed up in the air by the referee.

Player Positions
Center: The tallest player on the team, who typically plays near the basket.
Forward: A player who plays on the wings, and is responsible for scoring and rebounding.
Guard: A player who handles the ball and sets up plays for other players.
Point guard: The team's primary ball-handler and playmaker.
Shooting guard: A player who is primarily responsible for scoring.

Gameplay
Assist: A pass that leads directly to a teammate making a shot.
Block: A defensive play in which a player prevents the opposing team from scoring by blocking their shot.
Dribble: Bouncing the ball on the floor while advancing up the court.
Dunk: A powerful shot in which a player jumps and puts the ball through the hoop with one or two hands.
Fast break: A quick offensive play in which the team advances the ball down the court quickly after a defensive stop.
Pass: Throwing the ball to a teammate.
Rebound: Grabbing the ball after it has missed the basket.
Screen: A legal action in which a player sets a block to prevent the defender from guarding the offensive player.
Steal: Interception of a pass or dribble by the opposing team.
Turnover: A mistake that results in the team losing possession of the ball.

Other Terms
Coach: The person who leads and instructs the team.
Mascot: A person or animal that represents the team.
Referee: The official who enforces the rules of the game.
Scoreboard: The electronic display that shows the score and time remaining.
Stadium: The venue where the game is played.

2025-02-22

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