basketball glossary
What is a Rebound in Pickup Basketball?
A rebound is when a player grabs the ball after a missed shot. Offensive rebounds give the attacking team another possession; defensive rebounds end the opponent's possession.
Example in a match
You shoot and miss. The ball bounces off the rim. Your teammate jumps and grabs the offensive rebound.
Pickup Basketball scoring with Volley
Volley scores pickup basketball with all the standard rules built in. Pick the sport at match setup, name your sides, and tap to score. Volley applies the rules from there — including the ones that involve "Rebound".
Free on iOS and Android. Multi-sport scoring across 9 sports with proper sport-specific scoring engines, ELO rating tracking, and tournament running.
Frequently asked questions
What is a rebound in pickup basketball?
A rebound is when a player grabs the ball after a missed shot. Offensive rebounds give the attacking team another possession; defensive rebounds end the opponent's possession.
Does Volley handle rebound automatically?
Yes. Volley's pickup basketball scoring engine handles every standard rule including rebound. You don't have to track it manually — pick the sport at match setup and Volley applies the rules.
Where can I learn more pickup basketball terms?
The full Pickup Basketball glossary is at /basketball-terms-glossary, with 20 of the most common terms explained.