Definition of shootaround
: a usually informal basketball practice session
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After working out after Monday’s practice, Turner was on the court during Tuesday morning’s shootaround trying to get himself back in game shape.
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Luwawu-Cabarrot was a full participant in the shootaround.
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Terrence Ross, the starting shooting guard who missed the last three preseason exhibitions with a hamstring strain, practiced Tuesday and participated in Wednesday morning’s shootaround.
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The All-Star point guard made his return to The Q as a member of the Boston Celtics on Tuesday morning for shootaround.
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The Rockets were still working to complete the signing of guard Isaiah Canaan on Wednesday, keeping him from participating in the day’s shootaround in Philadelphia.
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But on Sunday, Walton saw a change in Randle’s attitude during their afternoon shootaround.
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More Pacers: 3 things to know about Blazers (1-0) at Pacers (1-0) – including the return of Biggie Turner was at practice on Thursday, but he was not seen at Friday morning's shootaround and was not available for interviews.
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Following a full practice Thursday and shootaround Friday, Antetokounmpo was ready to get back into game action.
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First Known Use of shootaround
1978
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: a usually informal basketball practice
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