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What Is The Definition Of Double Pump In Basketball?
1. This is an action in basketball where the player with possession of the ball pumps the ball twice in the air, as if to take a shot, in order to try to fake out their defender into thinking they’re attempting a shot.
The double fake is a good method of trying to get the defender to leave their feet and to potentially foul the shooter on the play. If the shooter is able to get the ball off after getting fouled, then they increase their chances at a three-point play if they are within the three-point line.
Examples Of How Double Fake Is Used In Commentary
1. Wade stops in the lane and double pumps, getting Howard to leave his feet and out of position therefore giving Wade an open shot.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Basketball
Also Known As:
1. Double Pump Fake