General
charity stripe
What does charity stripe mean?
Slang for the free-throw line, where uncontested 'free' points are available.
"He lives at the charity stripe, 10 free throws a night."
Origin
'Charity' because the points come free/uncontested.
Frequently asked questions
What is the charity stripe in basketball?
The charity stripe is slang for the free-throw line, where a player shoots uncontested free throws.
Why is it called the charity stripe?
The 'charity' refers to the points being free and uncontested, essentially given to the shooter after a foul.
What does 'living at the charity stripe' mean?
It describes a player who draws fouls and gets to the free-throw line very frequently, racking up easy points.
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