fast break

¹ American  

noun

Basketball.

1. a play or method of play that brings the ball from one end of the court to the other quickly, usually by one or two quick passes in an attempt by the offensive team to score before the defensive team can get into position.

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fast-break ² American  

[fast-breyk, fahst-] / ˈfæstˈbreɪk, ˈfɑst- /

verb (used without object)

Basketball.

fast-broke, fast-broken, fast-breaking

1. to execute or play in the style of a fast break.

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Etymology

Origin of fast break

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

They scored often from fast breaks but this was mainly after the opposition turned the ball over in dangerous areas.

From BBC

Redondo Union loves to fast break and create scoring opportunities with its defense.

From Los Angeles Times

Their 27 total fast breaks is more than any other side in the Premier League this season too.

From BBC

A Williams steal triggered a fast break ending in a Brown driving layup in which he was fouled.

From Los Angeles Times

The Lakers had 12 fast break points and 23 assists against the Bucks.

From Los Angeles Times