1. A player in a team sport who leads attacks or manoeuvres in such a way that a teammate can score
   "The team relied heavily on their star playmaker to create scoring opportunities"
    
2. A basketball player who directs the team's offence, typically the primary ball handler and passer, responsible for setting up plays, controlling the pace of the game, and often guarding the opposing team's point guard
   "The playmaker called out plays, distributed the ball to his teammates, and controlled the tempo of the game";
   - point guard

Derived forms: playmakers

Type of: participant, player

Encyclopedia: Playmaker