General
got 'em
What does got 'em mean?
A boastful callout after breaking down or fooling a defender with a move.
"Double crossover, 'got em!'"
Origin
Streetball/And1 culture; celebratory taunt.
Frequently asked questions
What does got 'em mean in basketball?
It's a boastful callout shouted right after faking out or breaking down a defender with a move.
Where does got 'em come from?
It comes from streetball and And1 mixtape culture as a celebratory taunt after a slick move.
When do you say got 'em?
You say it the instant a defender bites on your fake or gets frozen by your handles.
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