the perimeter

noun

basketball

: the area on a basketball court that is not close to the basket

He scored from the perimeter.

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Like: Bucks’ Off-Ball Movement The days of Bucks players camping out on the perimeter, waiting for something to happen, are over. —

Brian Sampson, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 In his previous three-plus seasons with the Clippers, Batum exceled on both ends of the court, able to protect the rim and guard on the perimeter as well as average 6.3 points and 3.7 rebounds. —

Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 22 Oct. 2024 Admire the Murals Eight murals line the lower 1,300-foot castle wall surrounding the perimeter of the courtyard. —

Judy Garrison, Southern Living, 16 Oct. 2024 Set on three flat acres, the property is dominated by natural beauty, with two natural creeks that flow along the perimeter, soaring mature trees, rolling meadows, ample lawn space, and, of course, vineyards. —

Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the perimeter