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General Slang
give-and-go
GIV-and-GOH · noun · informal
Pass then immediately cut for a return pass
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An offensive play in which a player passes to a teammate and immediately cuts to the basket to receive a return pass.
“Simple give-and-go for an easy layup.”
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give-and-go In A Sentence
Simple give-and-go for an easy layup.
Origin & Usage
Classic basketball fundamental.
Variants
give and go
People Also Ask
What is a give-and-go?
A play where a player passes to a teammate and immediately cuts to the basket to receive a return pass.
Why is the give-and-go so basic?
It's one of basketball's oldest fundamentals — simple teamwork that beats a defender who ball-watches after the pass.
Is the give-and-go used in other sports?
Yes — the same concept, passing and cutting for a return pass, appears in soccer, hockey, and lacrosse.
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