General
dropping dimes
What does dropping dimes mean?
Consistently delivering high-quality assists that set teammates up to score.
"The point guard was dropping dimes all night, finishing with 14 assists."
Origin
Extension of 'dime' meaning assist; 'drop a dime' from phone-booth slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does dropping dimes mean?
It means repeatedly delivering slick, high-quality assists that set teammates up to score.
Where does dropping dimes come from?
It extends the basketball slang 'dime' for an assist, itself rooted in the phone-booth phrase 'drop a dime' to make a call.
Who is known for dropping dimes?
The phrase is typically used for elite passers and playmaking point guards who rack up assists all game long.
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