put*back dunk
What Is The Definition Of Putback Dunk In Basketball?
1. A putback dunk occurs when a shot is missed and an offensive player rebounds the ball and immediately dunks the ball, all in the same motion. This move crowd-pleasing move is similar to a tip-in, where players tap the ball in to score on a rebound.
A putback is also known as a putback jam because of the action of slamming the ball in the net. Dwight Howard is known for scoring with putback dunks throughout his All-Star career.
Examples Of How Putback Dunk Is Used In Commentary
1. Caruso parachutes in and puts it away with a putback dunk. You cannot stop him; you can only hope to contain him!
Sport The Term Used In
1. Basketball
Also Known As:
1. Putback
