backcourt
noun
back·court
ˈbak-ˈkȯrt 
1
: the area near or nearest the back boundary lines or back wall of the playing area in a net or court game
2
a
: a basketball team's defensive half of the court
b
: the positions of the guards on a basketball team
also
: the guards themselves
a team with a strong backcourt
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Natasha Howard and Aliyah Boston make a formidable presence in the frontcourt, and Clark's backcourt mate, Kelsey Mitchell, forces opposing teams to pick their poison defensively.
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Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
The obvious and easiest way forward is to use both picks to add depth to a roster that needs help in the backcourt and up front.
—William Guillory, New York Times, 18 June 2025
Lee was eager Tuesday to pair up with his new backcourt mate during Florida’s first team practice of the summer.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
Durant would be an upgrade for whatever team acquires him, but the Spurs most need backcourt help, and Rutgers guard Dylan Harper would address that need at No. 2.
—Jack Magruder, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
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Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
The obvious and easiest way forward is to use both picks to add depth to a roster that needs help in the backcourt and up front.
—William Guillory, New York Times, 18 June 2025
Lee was eager Tuesday to pair up with his new backcourt mate during Florida’s first team practice of the summer.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
Durant would be an upgrade for whatever team acquires him, but the Spurs most need backcourt help, and Rutgers guard Dylan Harper would address that need at No. 2.
—Jack Magruder, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
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“Backcourt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backcourt. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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backcourt
noun
back·court
-ˈkō(ə)rt
-ˈkȯ(ə)rt
1
: a basketball team's defensive half of the court
2
: the positions of the guards on a basketball team
also
: the guards themselves
a team with a strong backcourt
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