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The rectangular board behind the hoop that the ball can bounce off
Backboard
Illegally moving without dribbling the ball
Traveling
An illegal move where a player dribbles, stops, then dribbles again.
Double dribble
The time limit (usually 24 seconds) to attempt a shot
Shot clock
Losing possession of the ball to the opposing team
Turnover
Stopping an opponent’s shot by deflecting it
Block
Taking the ball away from an opponent
Steal
When a player blocks a defender to free a teammate
Screen
Keeping one foot planted while moving the other to change direction
Pivot
An unguarded shot from the free-throw line after a foul
Free throw
A shot made from beyond the three-point line
Three pointer
Forcefully putting the ball through the hoop with one or both hands
Dunk
A shot taken while jumping
Jump shot
A close-range shot off the backboard
Layup
A pass that leads directly to a basket
Assist
When a player grabs the ball after a missed shot
Rebound
A quick dribble move switching the ball from one hand to the other
Crossover
Bouncing the ball on the floor while moving
Dribble
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