noun
General Slang
swingman
SWING-man · noun · slang
A player who can play both wing positions
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A versatile player who can effectively play both shooting guard and small forward.
“A rangy swingman who defends both wings.”
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swingman In A Sentence
A rangy swingman who defends both wings.
Origin & Usage
'Swinging' between two positions.
Variants
swing man
People Also Ask
What is a swingman in basketball?
A versatile player who can play both the shooting guard and small forward positions, i.e. both wing spots.
Why is a swingman called that?
Because they can 'swing' between two positions, filling in at either wing depending on the lineup.
What makes a good swingman?
Size, athleticism and enough skill to both handle guard duties and defend and score like a forward.
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