backcourt
/ˈbæk ˌkɔrt/
noun
- In basketball and tennis, the area of the court near the baseline or away from the net.
- The point guard brought the ball up the backcourt under pressure.
- The team's defense was weak in the backcourt, allowing easy drives to the basket.
- She hit a deep lob that landed in the backcourt, forcing her opponent to retreat.
- In basketball, the guards on a team collectively.
- Injuries to the backcourt hurt the team's ability to handle the ball.
- The team's backcourt consists of two quick, skilled shooters.
- Their backcourt averaged 40 points per game last season.
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