Boxing Out
Boxing out is a technique used to obtain rebounds. It is important that players position themselves in the best spot to get the rebound. This is done primarily by boxing out. A player boxes out an opponent by positioning himself between the other player and the basket, and maintaining body contact with the player he is guarding. The action can also be called "blocking out". A team can be boxed out by several players using this technique to stop the other team from rebounding. Because fighting for a rebound can be very physical, rebounding is often regarded as "grunt work" or a "hustle" play. Often, overly aggressive boxing out or preventing oneself to be boxed out can lead to personal fouls.
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