backcourt

noun

back·court ˈbak-ˈkȯrt

: the area near or nearest the back boundary lines or back wall of the playing area in a net or court game

: a basketball team's defensive half of the court

: the positions of the guards on a basketball team

also : the guards themselves

a team with a strong backcourt

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Schröder will upgrade the club's backcourt rotation right now. —

Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024 The Lakers were without a trio of backcourt players for their road game against the Utah Jazz on Sunday night at Delta Center. —

Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 2 Dec. 2024 In 13 games, Curry is shooting nearly 44% from three while backcourt running mate Buddy Hield is doing it a smidge better. —

Ross Terrell, Axios, 26 Nov. 2024 Hidalgo’s backcourt mate, Olivia Miles, added 20 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for the Fighting Irish (5-0). —

Beth Harris, Chicago Tribune, 23 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for backcourt