General
full-court press
What does full-court press mean?
An aggressive defense applied across the full length of the court to force turnovers.
"They sprang a full-court press and forced three straight turnovers."
Origin
Descriptive; pressing across the full court.
Frequently asked questions
What is a full-court press in basketball?
It's an aggressive defense applied over the entire length of the court, pressuring the ball to force turnovers.
Why do teams use a full-court press?
To speed up the opponent, force rushed passes and turnovers, and disrupt their offense, often when trailing late.
Does 'full-court press' get used outside sports?
Yes, it's used figuratively to mean an all-out, aggressive effort to achieve something.
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