General
put up numbers
What does put up numbers mean?
To score a lot or otherwise pile up significant statistics in a game.
"He puts up numbers every night — 28 and 9."
Origin
General sports slang for producing statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What does put up numbers mean?
To accumulate big statistics in a game, especially points, but also rebounds, assists, and other totals.
Is putting up numbers always a good thing?
Not necessarily — a player can put up numbers on a losing team, so the phrase is about production, not always winning.
How do you use put up numbers in a sentence?
For example: 'He puts up numbers every night — 28 and 9,' meaning he consistently produces big stats.
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