Basketball Basics Kentucky

If you are interested in getting involved in basketball, the following article might be what you are looking for. Learn about what you'll need to play, as well as the rules of the game.

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Although basketball was invented over one hundred and fifteen years ago, the sport lives on today as one of the premier activities of people worldwide. Though the game has changed, the fundamentals-how to play basketball-have remained constant. Here is what you need to know if you are interested in learning how to play basketball.

  1. Equipment. Easy. One basketball and two basketball hoops on opposite ends of the court. The hoops should be ten feet high. In a classic game, these and two teams of five apiece will be the requirements. If a full court and fewer players are available, a casual game with one hoop can be played using alternate rules.
  2. Object of the Game. The object is to score more baskets (successful shots in the hoop) than your opponent.
  3. Length of game. The National Basketball Association teams (NBA) play a 60 minute game with four 15-minute periods, but you can determine the length yourself.
  4. Start of Game: Tip Off. To start the game, the two teams line up around their two centers (see positions below for description). Each player matches up against another based on height and skill (ideally). The referee throws the ball straight up and the two centers jump up to gain possession. The goal is to "tip" the ball to you teammate to gain possession.
  5. Offense: Scoring. Basketball is as an offense vs. defense game. When you have the ball, all members of the team are on offense. On offense you are trying to score points by shooting the ball into the defending team's basket. Each "field goal" or "basket" is worth two points. Baskets scored outside the 3-point line (an arc-shaped line beyond the free throw line) are worth 3 points. ...

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Author: Grace Bloodwell

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