Questions and Answers
Is basketball a team sport?
True
How many players are on a basketball team at one time?
5 players
How high is the basketball hoop elevated off of the ground?
10 feet
What shape is a basketball court?
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Where is the mid court line located?
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Where is the three-point line located?
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How many points are awarded inside of the three-point line?
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How many points are awarded for a basket outside of the three-point line?
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How is a basketball game started?
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Can you get in trouble for using foul language or arguing with the referee on the court?
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What is traveling in basketball?
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What is a double dribble?
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What is a backcourt violation?
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What is a time restriction in basketball?
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Where and what is the sideline?
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What and where is the baseline?
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Do the teams switch sides at the end of the half?
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How far away is the foul line from the baseline?
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How big is a regulation size backboard?
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How big is a regulation size basketball hoop rim?
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How big is the inner square on a backboard?
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How did the original game of basketball begin?
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Who invented the game of basketball?
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What is some basic equipment needed for a game of basketball?
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How many points are free throws worth?
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Study Notes
Basketball Overview
- Basketball is a team sport, played with two teams competing against each other.
- A basketball team consists of 5 players on the court at one time.
Court Dimensions and Equipment
- The basketball hoop is elevated 10 feet off the ground.
- A standard basketball court is rectangular in shape.
- The midcourt line is located at the center of the court.
- The three-point line curves around the basket, positioned outside the top of the foul line.
- Regulation backboards measure 6 feet wide (72 inches) by 42 inches tall.
- The inner square on a backboard is 24 inches wide by 18 inches tall.
- All basketball rims have a diameter of 18 inches.
Scoring
- A basket scored inside the three-point line is awarded 2 points.
- A basket scored outside the three-point line earns 3 points.
- Free throws are worth 1 point each.
Game Rules and Violations
- The game begins with a jump ball thrown by the referee for both teams to tip off.
- Technical fouls can be given for foul language or arguing with the referee.
- Traveling occurs when a player takes steps without dribbling or improperly moves the pivot foot.
- A double dribble is when a player dribbles the ball with both hands or resumes dribbling after stopping.
- A backcourt violation happens if a player who has crossed the half court line returns the ball to the backcourt.
- Players passing the ball inbounds must do so within five seconds, or the opposing team gains possession.
- A player cannot hold the ball for more than five seconds if closely guarded by a defender.
Court Boundaries
- The sideline marks the boundary along the sides of the court, separating the court from out of bounds.
- The baseline is located at the two ends of the court, also defining the out-of-bounds area.
- Teams switch sides of the court at the end of each half.
Distances and Measurements
- The foul line is located 18 feet 10 inches away from the baseline.
Game Origin and History
- Basketball originated in a YMCA gym in Springfield, MA, with 18 men participating in the first game.
- Dr. James Naismith invented basketball under the direction of Dr. Luther Gulick, head of Physical Education at the school for Christian workers.
- Basic equipment needed for a basketball game includes a whistle, basketball, uniform, basketball net, and hoop.
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