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A method of putting the ball back into play at the beginning of the game and in various other situations. Two opponents face one another in one of the three restraining circles, the referee tosses the ball up between them, and they try to tip it to a teammate. All other players must remain outside the circle until the ball is touched.
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A hook shot taken while jumping, popular among big men because it is difficult to block.
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A shot on which the shooter jumps into the air and releases the ball from above the head, making it difficult to block.
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| Jumping Circle |
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A 4-foot circle inside the center circle. On a jump ball, each player must have at least one foot entirely inside the jumping circle.
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