General
cherry-picking
What does cherry-picking mean?
When a player stays back near the offensive basket instead of playing defense, hoping for easy transition buckets.
"He was cherry-picking and got a wide-open dunk."
Origin
'Cherry-picking' meaning selectively taking the easy option.
Frequently asked questions
What is cherry-picking in basketball?
Cherry-picking is when a player stays back near the offensive basket instead of playing defense, hoping to receive a long pass for an easy score.
Where does the term cherry-picking come from?
It comes from the general idea of 'cherry-picking' as selectively grabbing the easiest option while skipping the harder work.
Is cherry-picking against the rules?
No, it's a legal tactic, but it's often frowned upon in casual play because it means abandoning defensive responsibilities.
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