Definition of "layup" []

• A close-range shot in which the shooter banks the ball off the backboard from a few feet away. (noun)
• A relatively easy task. (noun)

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• "And the fiber layup is designed to maximize bump absorption, not stiffness."
• "Willliams gave a rare display of emotion after missing a layup from the baseline and converting a three-point play with 2: 11 left."
• "Alston started and ended the burst with 3-pointers; in between Yao hit a short jumper and Alston wasn't challenged on a driving layup from the right side."