General
bucket getter
What does bucket getter mean?
A scoring specialist who reliably gets buckets in a variety of ways.
"He's not flashy, just a pure bucket getter."
Origin
From 'buckets' (baskets); modern hoops slang.
Frequently asked questions
What is a bucket getter?
A scoring specialist who reliably gets buckets, meaning baskets, in a variety of ways.
Where does 'buckets' come from as slang for scoring?
'Bucket' is longstanding slang for a made basket, and a bucket getter is someone who racks them up.
Is bucket getter a compliment?
Yes — it praises a player's ability to score consistently and by any means necessary.
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