“Ball up top” is a saying in pickup basketball that means the ball is returned to the top of the key and alerts players that the next point is starting.
Often used to indicate that one is moving on.
Often used to indicate that one is moving on.
by maximi September 14, 2024

by Knight55 September 26, 2022

When faced with a difficult or emotionally charged situation, "ball up top" is used to keep composure and handle the problem with a calm, controlled demeanor.
In September 2024, X user @kfmsr discovered he was not the parent of his alleged child. He responded to this statement with a calm demeanor, retweeting "She ain't mine. Ball up top 🚶🏿 ♂️".
In September 2024, X user @kfmsr discovered he was not the parent of his alleged child. He responded to this statement with a calm demeanor, retweeting "She ain't mine. Ball up top 🚶🏿 ♂️".
by lilwizardry September 14, 2024

Ball up top like in basketball when you check the ball at the top of the key to reset play. Represents a moment to pause and reset, like hitting the reset button in life. It's when you take a step back to reassess and refocus before moving forward.
Jake and his girl keep arguing. Ball up top. He takes a step back, cools off, figures out what’s real, then comes back smooth and locked in.
by checkball March 9, 2025

An exclamation directed towards someone who made a really funny joke, or if someone cool just happened.
*Your friend gets the lowest grade on the test*
You: Yoooo good job man Up Top!
(no high five occurs because you don't have any friends)
Gael: A man walks into a bar. He says "ow"
You: Up top!
(high five)
You: Yoooo good job man Up Top!
(no high five occurs because you don't have any friends)
Gael: A man walks into a bar. He says "ow"
You: Up top!
(high five)
by Br0der March 13, 2020

by Police ain't shit February 12, 2021
