Entertainment / Basketball / Backcourt: That half of the court that is the farthest from the offensive basket. Also, the position played by the guards.
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Entertainment / Basketball / Guards: The two players who typically move the ball from the backcourt into the frontcourt and then position themselves farthest from the basket. MORE
Entertainment / Basketball / Downcourt: Moving from the backcourt toward the frontcourt, or toward the offensive basket. MORE
Entertainment / Basketball / Midcourt Line: The line in the middle of the court that separates the frontcourt from the backcourt. MORE
Entertainment / Basketball / Full-Court Press: When defenders start guarding the offense in the backcourt. MORE