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dropped 30

What does dropped 30 mean?

To 'drop' a scoring total on an opponent; e.g. dropping 30 means scoring 30 points.

"He dropped 40 on them in the playoffs."

Origin

'Drop' meaning to unload points; common modern usage.

Frequently asked questions

What does dropped 30 mean?
It means a player scored 30 points in a game — 'drop' here means to unload points on the opponent.
Where does 'dropped' come from in scoring slang?
From 'drop,' meaning to unload or put up points; you can drop any total, like 20, 40, or 50.
How do you use dropped 30 in a sentence?
For example: 'He dropped 40 on them in the playoffs,' meaning he scored 40 points in that game.
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