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hook shot
noun
A shot in which the offensive player gently throws the ball with a sweeping motion of his arm in an upward arc with a follow-through which ends over his head.
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The 2012 WNBA MVP scored six points during a 10-1 run with a putback, jumper and hook shot.
Since April 2001, a statue of Mikan shooting his trademark hook shot graces the entrance of the Timberwolves Target Centerr.
But, thanks to an incredible hook shot -- and a wayward tee shot by opponent Louis Oosthuizen -- that's exactly what happened.
A hook shot.
Kenyatta Smith tossed in a hook shot.
I'll never forget that hook shot from the corner.
Bradley's graceful hook shot is a masterpiece of eclecticism.
"I didn't have a hook shot when I was 16.
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Hazard tried an improvisational hook-shot but could only turn a bouncing ball against the post.
Note that since you get a long range grab with the hook-shot, it will take a moment for the hook-shot to retract, so be careful.
The hook-shot is your friend when it comes to returning to the stage.
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