How to play Basketball

   How to play Basketball 

The object of basketball is to throw the ball (basketball) into a hoop to score points. The game is played out on a rectangular court and depending on which section of court you successfully throw a ball into the basket will depend on how many points are scored. The ball can be moved around by dribbling or passing the ball.

 At the end of the game, the team with the most points will declare who the winner is. Each team can have a maximum of 5 players on the court at any one time, substitutions can be made as many times as they wish within the game.

Each team has 24 seconds to at least shoot at the basket. A shot constitutes either going in the basket or hitting the rim of the basket. If after the shot is taken and the ball fails to go in the basket then the shot clock is restarted for another 24 seconds.

A  backcourt violation is called when the offence fails to bring the ball from the backcourt to the frontcourt within eight seconds after gaining possession. When the violation is called, the offence loses possession of the ball and the opposing team inbounds the ball from the sidelines.

In conclusion, basketball is very easy. All you need to know is the rules. The game of basketball has truly become global in the last few years. The game is currently popular in the United States. Also, it is described by many as an American game because of the fun and competitive. 

 

By Osheya