Jeremy Lin: 'Linsanity' and the Best Words to Describe Lin's NBA Success

To add to the hype of Linsanity, this list goes through the best words to describe Jeremy Lin's emergence in the NBA. The New York Knicks found a true Cinderella when they started playing Lin, and he is sweeping the nation.

By now you've undoubtedly heard of Lin and his story: didn't receive a scholarship to college, walked-on at Harvard, bounced around the NBA, went from D-League to the NBA and made an instant impact.

Lin is becoming the Tim Tebow of the NBA, and the entire sports world is stopping to watch him. His 38 points against the Lakers was a career-high, but in the last five games he has scored at least 20 points in every game, averaging 26.8 points per game.

Lin is becoming such a phenomenon that there have been many words to reference his greatness. These are the best of the words.

*Note: Words are not sourced because they have been used too often to track their origins.

23. To Linfinity, and Beyond

Meaning: Reaching the infinite potential of Jeremy Lin

Root Word: "To Infinity, and beyond!"

This is our first saying on this list, and it highlights the ability of Lin: infinite. He shows no sign of slowing down, so why not go a bit overboard?

22. All Lin

Definition: Knicks fans are all in on Lin

Root Word: All in

Knicks fans are truly All Lin on Lin, hoping that he may bring them back to prosperity. Obviously it's possible that he is a fluke, but their season lies in his hands.

21. Ball-Lin

Definition: Seriously?

Root Word: Ballin'

Jeremy is truly Ball-Lin, and this word comes thanks to Paul Pearson. While his haters constantly cite his turnovers, his ability to drive through the lane and hit clutch shots is very impressive.

20. Nothing Is Linpossible

Definition: Nothing is impossible if you are Jeremy Lin

Root Word: Nothing is impossible

This is the first word added by reader contribution. Thank you to Gustavo Mendonca for this one. He's right that nothing is impossible, and the only way this could be better would be if we didn't associate Lin with a word with a negative connotation.

19. Lindubitably

Definition: The fact that Jeremy Lin's talent should not be doubted anymore

Root Word: Indubitably

Thank you to G. Salvi for this contribution to the list. Lin is Lindubitably a great player, and the Knicks are lucky to have him on their team.

18. Linstallment

Definition: Next great performance by Lin

Root Word: Installment

We're all waiting for the next Linstallment, and we can't get enough of him. The last Linstallment consisted of his free throws clinching a win. The next Linstallment will be Tuesday against the Raptors.

17. Linternational

Definition: The awesomeness of Lin across the world

Root Word: International

Lin's accomplishments have been noticed across the world, not just nationally. He is becoming an international star, and is causing Linternational Love.

16. Lintelligence

Definition: The intellect of Jeremy Lin (both on and off the court)

Root Word: Intelligence

Very few people have true Lintelligence. It's hard to match that of a great basketball player and a Harvard grad.

15. Linteresting

Definition: The ability to capture the interest of millions of people world-wide

Root Word: Interesting

Very few people are as Linteresting as Jeremy Lin. In fact, he may be the most Linteresting man in the world.

14. Linduction

Definition: The act of inducting Jeremy Lin

Root Word: Induction

While it's too early to talk about his Linduction into the Hall of Fame, we could talk about his Linduction into the ranks of folk-heroes.

13. Just Lin Baby/All He Does Is Lin, Lin, Lin No Matter What

Definition: The act of doing whatever it takes to win, and always winning

Root Word: Just Win Baby/All I do is win, win, win no matter what

Going 5-0 is impressive, and it proves that Jeremy Lin is willing to do whatever it takes to get the win, no matter how it looks.

12. Lincredible

Definition: The amazingness or sensation of Jeremy Lin

Root Word: Incredible

There are few words that can accurately describe the awesomeness of Lin, but Lincredible is certainly one of them.

11. Lindomitable

Definition: The inability to beat Jeremy Lin

Root Word: Indomitable

Thank you to Randz Smith for this suggestion. No team has been able to subdue or defeat Lin yet, and he has proven himself to be Lindomitable up to this point.

10. Lindestructible

Definition: The inability to break down Lin and stymie his play.

Root Word: Indestructible

This word is thanks to vanavu, who will appear later on this list as well. Jeremy has been Lindestructible so far, as no one has been able to stop this kid.

9. Linexplainable

Definition: The mystery of Jeremy Lin

Root Word: Inexplainable

The world of sports is one of very few that allows for stories like that of Jeremy Lin, but we love that aspect of it. It's truly amazing, his story, and it is absolutely Linexplainable.

8. Linvincible

Definition: The lack of weaknesses of Jeremy Lin

Root Word: Invincible

In his last five games, Jeremy looks Linvincible. 26.8 points per game is a testament to his Lincredible skills and Lintelligence.

7. Lintangibles

Definition: The intangibles that give Jeremy Lin his edge

Root Word: Intangibles

It's not all raw talent. In fact, it's mostly the intangibles that are helping him become such a sensation.

6. Linning

Definition: Solely winning with absolutely no losing involved

Root Word: Winning

Charlie Sheen can only wish he was Linning, let alone bi-Linning.

5. Everyday I'm Shump-a-Lin

Definition: Do you really need a definition for this?

Root Word: Shuffilin

Thank you LMFAO, for making this phrase so popular, and whoever was Lintelligent enough to combine Lin with my man, Iman Shumpert.

4. Linderella

Definition: Jeremy Lin's tale of an unwanted high school player to an NBA success

Root Word: Cinderella

Another word thanks to vanavu, this captures Lin's incredible story in one word.

3. Linstant Classic

Definition: So good you know it will be a classic of Jeremy Lin's

Root Word: Instant Classic

These five games have been magnificent, and a few have been Linstant classics.

2. Linsanity

Definition: The media frenzy that is Jeremy Lin

Root Word: Insanity

It just wouldn't be right to make a list like this and leave off the word that sums up the last eight days.

1. Linspirational

Definition: Jeremy Lin's ability to inspire everyone who watches him

Root Word: Inspiration

Jeremy Lin has become one of the biggest inspirations in sports today. He is making youngsters believe once again, and he is living proof that dreams come true. What else could someone ask for?

*Note: Please feel free to add your favorites words about Lin below. The best will be added to the list.

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