air ball

noun

, Basketball.

1. a missed shot that fails to touch the rim, net, or backboard.

Example Sentences

With Leonard scoring the final six points of the first half — a half that included a Harden air ball from behind the arc — the Clippers cut the margin to seven by the intermission.

From Los Angeles Times

Knecht struggled early on, missing his first four shots, including an air ball on a fadeaway jumper.

From Seattle Times

Air ball from a 74.8 percent free throw shooter.

From Washington Post

That resulted in a guarded air ball from the corner with 12 seconds left, then a foul to send FDU to the line with eight seconds left.

From Washington Post

Funk’s streak ended when he put up an air ball on a desperation 3 as the shot clock was running out.

From Washington Times

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