restricted areas

A form of restricted area — The area behind an arc extending some distance from the basket into the key, to prevent secondary defenders from taking a position under the basket in an attempt to draw an offensive foul while a player is driving to the basket.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of restricted area
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