General
philly
What does philly mean?
A streetball dribble move (a hesitation crossover) named for the Philadelphia playground style.
"He hit the defender with a Philly and got to the rack."
Origin
Streetball move associated with Philadelphia playground basketball.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Philly in basketball?
It's a streetball dribble move — a hesitation crossover — named for the Philadelphia playground style.
Why is the move called a Philly?
Because it's associated with the Philadelphia playground basketball scene where the style is popular.
How do you use a Philly move?
You use the hesitation to freeze the defender, then cross over and attack the basket.
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