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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Since many of their resources are tied to backcourt players, the Kings are sorely lacking in athletic wings/forwards who can bolster their defense.
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Mat Issa, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Since getting inserted into the starting lineup, the former University of Maryland standout has thrived in the backcourt with point guard Veronica Burton.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
Jones became a fan favorite as an energetic player who enthusiastically cheered for teammates, but Sacramento had no room for him in a backcourt that already features Dennis Schroder, Zach LaVine, Malik Monk, Keon Ellis, Devin Carter and Nique Clifford.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 9 Sep. 2025
But do the Nuggets have enough dependable ball-handling and play-making behind Jamal Murray in their backcourt?
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
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Mat Issa, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Since getting inserted into the starting lineup, the former University of Maryland standout has thrived in the backcourt with point guard Veronica Burton.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
Jones became a fan favorite as an energetic player who enthusiastically cheered for teammates, but Sacramento had no room for him in a backcourt that already features Dennis Schroder, Zach LaVine, Malik Monk, Keon Ellis, Devin Carter and Nique Clifford.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 9 Sep. 2025
But do the Nuggets have enough dependable ball-handling and play-making behind Jamal Murray in their backcourt?
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
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“Backcourt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backcourt. Accessed 17 Sep. 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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