PE Reviewer: Basketball Rules & Legends PDF

***PE reviewer*** ***2nd qrtr 1st mx*** ### Basketball Legends \>Robert Jaworski (PBA): A key figure in Philippine basketball, known for his leadership and competitive spirit. \>Michael Jordan: Often regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time, known for his scoring ability and clutch...

***PE reviewer*** ***2nd qrtr 1st mx*** ### Basketball Legends \>Robert Jaworski (PBA): A key figure in Philippine basketball, known for his leadership and competitive spirit. \>Michael Jordan: Often regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time, known for his scoring ability and clutch performances. \>Kobe Bryant: Renowned for his work ethic, skill, and versatility, he left a lasting legacy in the NBA. ### Basketball History \>Development: Created in 1891 by James Naismith in Springfield, Massachusetts, as an indoor game to keep athletes fit during winter. \>Original Objective: Score points by throwing a ball into peach baskets; play halted to retrieve the ball after scoring. ### Original Rules \>Ball may be thrown or batted in any direction. \>Players must not run with the ball; must throw from where they catch it. \>No physical contact allowed (no shouldering, holding, etc.). \>Three consecutive fouls by one side result in a goal for the opponent. ### Modern Objectives \>Winning team has the most points. \>Points scored by shooting through the opponent\'s hoop. \>Different rules for international play (FIBA) and USA professional leagues. ### Rules for Offense \>Teams with possession must dribble; no double dribbling or traveling. \>Options are to pass or shoot. ### Rules for Defense \>Prevent the offensive team from scoring without fouling. \>A foul is illegal contact that gives an unfair advantage. ### Game Structure \>Teams: Two teams of maximum 12 players (5 on the court at once). \>Duration: Four 10-minute periods; overtime if tied. \>Scoring: -2 points inside the three-point arc -3 points beyond the arc -1 point for free throws ### Key Rules \>Shot Clock: 24 seconds to attempt a shot. \>Fouls: More than five personal fouls results in exclusion; fouls during shooting lead to free throws. ### Basic Skills \>Passing: Key methods include: -Overhead Pass: \>A pass made by holding the ball with both hands above the passer's head and throwing it in a high arc to a teammate. \>Use: Useful for long-distance passing, especially over defenders. -Chest Pass: \>A two-handed pass thrown from the passer's chest to the receiver's chest. \>Use: Travels in a straight line and is usually quick and accurate. Effective when there is no defender in between. -Bounce Pass: \>A pass thrown to the ground that bounces once before reaching the receiver. \>Use: Aimed to bounce about two-thirds of the way toward the receiver; helps avoid defenders' hands and is effective in tight spaces. -Baseball Pass: \>A long-distance, one-handed pass thrown overhand, similar to a baseball throw. \>Use: Effective for making quick, full-court passes during fast breaks. -No Look Pass: \>A deceptive pass in which the passer looks in one direction but throws the ball in another direction to mislead the defender. \>Use: Designed to catch defenders off guard. -Behind the Back Pass: \>A flashy pass thrown behind the passer's back, typically used to avoid defenders while maintaining the flow of movement. \>Use: Primarily used for style or to surprise defenders. \>Shooting: Focus on stance, hand positioning, and follow-through. \>Dribbling: Bouncing the ball continuously with control. \>Rebounding: Gaining possession after missed shots. \>Blocking: Altering a shot by touching the ball. ### Officials and Officiating Staff Comprised of referees, umpires, scorers, timers, and shot-clock operators. Referee\'s Role: Control the game, make decisions, and ensure fair play. Officials hand signals \>Whenever a foul occurs, an official is required to signal the timer to stop the clock, designate the offender to the scorer by indicating the number of free throws. \>When a team is entitled for a throw, signal the cause of the ball to be dead, indicate throw in spot, designate a team who is entitled for a throw in. Personal foul \>Most common type. \>Occurs when a player makes illegal physical contact with an opponent. Shooting foul \>Occurs when a defensive player fouls an offensive player when attempting a shot. Technical foul \>Called for unsportsmanlike conduct. \>This results in free throws. Flagrant foul \>Foul that involves excessive or violent contact, often deemed as intentional. Offensive foul \>Occurs when offensive player commits a foul, such as pushing the defender or setting an illegal screen. \>Opposing team is awarded possession of the ball. Team foul \>Total number of fouls committed by a team in a quarter or half. \>When a team exceeds a certain number, opposing team is awarded free throws. Technical team foul \>Specific to team\'s behavior, such as illegal bench conduct. \>Results in free throws.