assists

Definition

A stat that measures your ability to make your teammates look good without actually scoring yourself—basically the participation trophy of sports metrics.

Example Usage

LeBron had 12 assists last night, running the offense like a maestro conducting a basketball symphony.

Source: Common sports terminology

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