Gaming

iso

What does iso mean?

Short for isolation; clearing out one side so a player can attack their defender one-on-one.

"Late in the clock they went iso for their best scorer."

Short for 'isolation,' a standard basketball strategy term. The clipped form 'iso' became common in coaching, broadcasts, and NBA 2K culture.

What does 'iso' mean in basketball?

Iso is short for isolation, a play where one player goes one-on-one against their defender while teammates clear out of the way.

Is 'iso ball' a good thing?

It depends. Iso ball can be effective with a great scorer or a mismatch, but relying on it too much is often criticized as selfish offense.

Can 'iso' be used outside basketball?

Loosely, yes, for any solo one-on-one situation, though it's mostly a hoops and gaming term.

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