Glossary of Basketball Terms - H

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Hack-a-Shaq
The strategy of intentionally and repeatedly committing a personal foul against a player who shoots free throws poorly. "Shaq" refers to Shaquille O'Neal.
halfcourt defense
The portion of a team's defensive play conducted with both teams having established positions. See also transition defense.
halfcourt offense
The portion of a team's offensive play conducted with both teams having established positions. See also transition offense.
Halftime
(1) The end of the first half of play. (2) The interval between the two halves.

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