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Terminology
The words of the game, paired across languages.
Screen
A legal block where an offensive player stands still to free a teammate from their defender.
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Pivot
Keeping one foot planted while stepping with the other to turn, protect the ball, or create a passing angle.
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Box Out
Making contact and holding position between your opponent and the basket to secure the rebound.
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Weak Side
The side of the floor away from the ball, where help defenders position and off-ball actions develop.
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Give-and-Go
Passing to a teammate and immediately cutting to the basket for a return pass.
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