What is cherry picking basketball?

Cherry picking in basketball refers to a strategy where a player stays near their own team's basket instead of playing defense, with the aim of being in a good position to receive a long pass and score an easy basket on a fast break. This tactic is often frowned upon by coaches and players, as it is seen as unsportsmanlike and not contributing to team defense. Cherry picking is more common in lower levels of basketball where players may not have as much experience or discipline to play proper team defense. It is generally not allowed in organized leagues or tournaments, where rules against cherry picking are enforced.