General
board
What does board mean?
A rebound — grabbing the ball off a missed shot. Named for the backboard.
"He crashed in and pulled down a huge offensive board."
Origin
Short for 'backboard,' where many rebounds come off.
Frequently asked questions
What does board mean in basketball?
A board is a rebound, grabbing the ball after a missed shot; the term is short for backboard.
Why is a rebound called a board?
Because many rebounds come off the backboard, so 'board' became shorthand for grabbing the loose ball.
What is an offensive board?
It's a rebound grabbed by the shooting team off their own missed shot, giving them a fresh chance to score.
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