rim

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As Kennard’s shot circled the rim and bounced out, Doncic grabbed at his left hamstring.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

There was just one problem, write Robert O’Connell and Laine Higgins: Johnston, a senior shooting guard for High Point University, is usually forbidden from attempting a shot anywhere near the rim.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Hormuz is the only shipping channel linking some of the world’s largest energy reserves to global demand, and Iran lines its northern rim.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Reaves chucked up a line drive that ricocheted off the front of the rim and toward his left.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

The ball bounced off the rim and off to the side.

From "The Million Dollar Shot" by Dan Gutman