Traveling A violation in which a player takes too many steps without dribbling the ball. Also: walking. September 29, 2015
Technical Foul The penalty for a violation of conduct, such as abusive language or fighting. Each technical foul awards a free throw […] September 29, 2015
Pump Fake A fake in which a player motions as if about to shoot the ball but holds back, hoping the defender […] September 29, 2015
Pick-and-Roll A play in which an offensive player sets a pick, then “rolls” toward the basket and takes a pass from […] September 29, 2015
Goaltending A violation in which a player interferes with a shot while the ball is on its downward arc, pins it […] September 29, 2015
Give-and-Go A fundamental play in which one player passes to a teammate, then cuts to the basket to receive a return […] September 29, 2015
Fast Break A play in which a team gains possession and then pushes the ball downcourt quickly, hoping to get a good […] September 29, 2015
