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100

This point guard won a title with the Mavericks in 2011 and also played for the Nets, Suns, and Knicks. He's now coaching in Dallas.

Jason Kidd

100

2022

Steph Curry

100

The Greek Freak

Giannis

100

This term is used when a player jumps near the basket to stop an opponent’s shot.

Block

100

This sharpshooter holds the record for the most career three-pointers made in NBA history.

Steph Curry

200

This smooth-scoring forward was drafted by the Bulls, made his name with the Knicks, and later played for the Thunder, Rockets, Blazers, and Lakers—winning Olympic gold along the way.

Carmelo Anthony

200

2021

Giannis 

200

The Claw

Kawaih Leonard

200

This term describes a play where a player sets a screen and then cuts toward the basket to receive a pass.

Pick N Roll

200

This player holds the record for most triple-doubles in a single NBA season, with 42.

Russel Westbrook

300

This 5'9" guard was the last pick in the 2011 NBA Draft but went on to play for the Kings, Suns, Celtics, Cavs, Nuggets, Lakers, and more—famously dropping 53 in a playoff game.

Isiah Thomas

300

2025

Jalen Brunson or Ant Edwards

300

The Big Ticket

Kevin Garnett

300

This term is when someone is in a certain spot on the floor for too long

3 seconds
300

This player holds the record for most points scored in a single NBA playoff game, with 63.

Michael Jordan

400

This defensive-minded forward won a championship with the Raptors in 2019 and has played for the Spurs, Pacers, Warriors, Bulls, and Knicks. He’s known for his gritty play and team-first mentality.

Thaddeus Young

400

1990

Isaiah Thomas

400

The Logo

Jerry west

400

This term describes a player who performs exceptionally well under pressure, especially in the final moments of a close game.

Clutch

400

This Hall of Famer holds the record for most career steals in NBA history, with 3,265.

John Stockton

500

This versatile forward played for the Hornets, Bucks, Nuggets, and Raptors, and is known for his steady defense and clutch three-point shooting.

P.J. Tucker

500

1988

James Worthy

500

The Golve

Gary Payton 

500

This term describes a shot that hits the rim multiple times before finally going in.

Rim Rattler

500

This player holds the record for the most triple-doubles in NBA playoff history.

Magic Johnson