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heat check en · NOUN
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A difficult or risky shot attempted by a player who has made several consecutive successful shots, aiming to test whether they can maintain their streak.
Great shooters have a short memory. Regardless of how many shots they might miss in a game, they step into the next one like it’s a heat check. It’s not just about makes and misses. It’s about an ability to make constant adjustments, staying confident in your technique and living with the results.
2022 February 2, C.J. Holmes, “NBA 75: Great shooting is an art form, but it takes time and work to forge”, in The Athletic:
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heat checker