ball handling

American  

noun

1. the control of the ball, as in basketball or soccer, by skillful dribbling and accurate passing.

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Example Sentences

"Some aspects of the game went quite well, they weren't outpowered, they were outclassed with ball handling. There are some positives to take into next week," said Warburton.

From BBC

Especially with fellow guard Gabe Vincent missing his fourth game because of a back injury Sunday, the Lakers need Smith’s ball handling and shiftiness alongside James and Doncic.

From Los Angeles Times

Henderson's only misjudgement came when he hesitated in a race with Erling Haaland to reach Josko Gvardiol's long ball, handling outside his area, relief coming when the video assistant referee ruled City's striker had been moving away from goal and was not denied a clear scoring opportunity.

From BBC

“I think we have not only one of the best players in the world, but one of the most unique players in the world in Anthony Davis because there are very few people that can do the things he can do at his size in terms of his ball handling, his skill level offensively and certainly the fact that he’s one of the best defensive players in the world,” Redick said before training camp.

From Los Angeles Times

Whether it be shooting, ball handling, pace or pick-and-roll reads, Butler works to improve all aspects of his physical and mental approach to the game by working out a minimum of two to three times a day in the offseason.

From Los Angeles Times