shootaround
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The guard participated fully in shootaround on Wednesday before the game and even got an extra workout after the morning session to test his injury, but was held out after consultation from staff and trainers.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025
He was a full participant in the team’s shootaround Wednesday morning, even joining star guard Luka Doncic, forward Maxi Kleber and staff members in a half-court shooting competition.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2025
The idea to give Alex Timiraos, the team’s athletic communications director, a birthday shout-out had been raised at the morning shootaround.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2025
Holiday played despite being listed as questionable with an illness unrelated to COVID-19 and missing the morning shootaround.
From Seattle Times • May 25, 2024
Allen shot a few free throws at the end of the team’s pregame shootaround, but isn’t ready to play in a game.
From Seattle Times • May 13, 2024
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