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sit down
What does sit down mean?
A trash-talk line thrown at a defender who's been embarrassed by a move, telling them to sit down.
"Crossed him up and told him to sit down."
Origin
Streetball trash-talk culture.
Frequently asked questions
What does sit down mean in basketball?
It's a trash-talk line yelled at a defender who's just been crossed up or embarrassed by a move.
Why do players say sit down after a crossover?
Because the move dropped or froze the defender, so telling them to 'sit down' rubs in how badly they got beaten.
Is sit down considered disrespectful?
Yes, it's meant as a taunt, though on the playground it's usually just competitive banter.
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