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Definitions by treyballer

euro step 

the quick transition in basketball from dribbling to pivoting to jumping all in the same motion of a lay-up.
Davis attempted to do a euro step but did it incorrectly so Trey had to teach him all over again.
euro step by treyballer February 2, 2015

tear drop 

similar to a euro step but consists of a complete shot while moving directly towards the basket. Used in basketball
Davis: What the hell is the difference between a euro step & tear drop
Trey: Tear drop is for driving completely up the paint using your knee to push the defender off of you
Aldo: Ball is life
tear drop by treyballer February 2, 2015
the same thing as the key in basketball. The rectangular area extending out towards half court from the baseline. Usually painted a different color from the rest of the court.
Coach: Get in the paint Aldo!
Aldo: What the hell is the paint?
Coach: The key:
paint by treyballer February 2, 2015