Double-double
Achieving double digits in two categories in a basketball game
Example
Gobert is almost averaging a double-double for the Wolves through 14 games
He's one of their most important players
Related Slang
Triple-double | Achieving double digits in three categories in a basketball game |
Trey | 3-point shot attempt |
Splash | A made shot that only touches the basketball net |
Swish | A made shot in basketball that hits only the net |
Downtown | Beyond the 3-point line |
Bucket | A made basketball shot |
And one | A play where a player is fouled while making a basket |
Alley oop | A pass to a teammate who puts the ball in the basket |
Jumper | Jump shot |
On fire | Performing very well |
Flop | An exaggerated fall |
Ballin | Playing sports well |
Putting on a clinic | Performing exceptionally well |
Posterize | To dunk on an opponent |
A double-double is a statistical term for when a basketball player achieves double digits in two categories in a single game. For example, a player who scores double digits in assists and blocked shots reaches a double-double.
A player can achieve double digits in the following categories:
Who uses double-double?
Double-double is a common term that basketball announcers, players, and fans use. For example, an announcer may comment, "Durant's double-double was huge in their victory today."