How to play basketball with all the rules

Here’s a breakdown of how to play basketball, including the main rules: 

00 Objective The objective is to score points by shooting the basketball through the opponent's hoop while preventing the opponent from doing the same. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins! 00 Basic Rules 

1. Teams - Each team consists of five players on the court at a time. - Substitutes can be made during stoppages in play. 

2. Game Duration - A standard game consists of four quarters, typically lasting 12 minutes each in the NBA and 10 minutes in FIBA. 

3. Scoring - Field Goal: 2 points (inside the three-point line) or 3 points (beyond the three-point line). - Free Throw: 1 point (awarded after certain fouls). 

4. Dribbling - Players must dribble the ball (bounce it while moving) if they want to advance without committing a violation. 

5. Violations - Traveling: Moving without dribbling (taking too many steps). - Double Dribble: Dribbling with both hands or stopping and starting dribbling again. - Shot Clock Violation: Failing to attempt a shot within a certain time limit (24 or 14 seconds depending on possession). 

6. Fouls - Personal fouls are called for illegal physical contact. - After a team accumulates a set number (usually five or six), the opposing team is awarded free throws. 

7. Free Throws - Given after certain fouls occur during shooting attempts or when a team exceeds the limit on team fouls. - The player must shoot from the free-throw line without any interference from defenders. 

8. Out of Bounds - The ball is considered out of bounds if it touches the boundary lines or any object outside the court.

 9. Jump Ball - At the beginning of the game and in certain situations, the game starts with a jump ball, where the referee tosses the ball up between two opposing players. 10. Timeouts - Each team can call a timeout to discuss strategy, resting players, or stopping the clock. 

11. Overtime - If the score is tied at the end of regulation, the game goes into overtime, usually lasting 5 minutes until a winner is determined.

 00 Key Terms - Rebound: Gaining possession of the ball after a missed shot. - Assist: A pass that leads directly to a score. - Turnover: Losing possession of the ball to the opposing team, often through errors or violations. 

00 Basic Gameplay - Start with a jump ball. - Teams take turns on offense and defense. - The offensive team tries to score while the defensive team aims to stop them. - Play continues until the game clock runs out or until the end of overtime.

 00 Strategy Tips - Passing: Move the ball around to find an open shot. - Screening: Use screens to free up teammates for better shooting opportunities. - 

Defense: Apply pressure on the ball handler and stay aware of your man. Enjoy the game! Feel free to ask if you want more details on any specific rules or strategies!