Essential Basketball Knowledge: Rules, History, and Gameplay
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Basketball Fundamentals: Rules, History, and Gameplay
Basketball History and Core Rules
Who invented basketball?
James Naismith
In what year was basketball invented?
1891
What was the original purpose of the backboard?
As a protection to prevent spectators from interfering with the ball's entry into the basket.
How long does a professional basketball game last in Spain?
Four periods of 10 minutes, with two 2-minute breaks and one 15-minute halftime break.
How many personal fouls lead to a player's ejection?
Five, and the player can be replaced.
When is a double dribble committed?
When a player dribbles the ball with two hands, or when a player stops dribbling, catches the ball, and then dribbles again.
What are the standard court dimensions?
15 x 28 meters
How far is the three-point line from the basket?
6.25 meters
How high is the rim from the floor?
3.05 meters
How many substitutions does a team have in international matches?
Seven
Basketball Tactics and Player Roles
What are the main defensive tactics?
Zone defense and individual (man-to-man) defense
How can offense be defined?
A set of actions performed when a team has possession of the ball.
When should the dribble be used?
When a defender is close.
What is a 'fake' in basketball?
A deceptive movement used to get rid of a defender.
How is a 'triple threat' position achieved?
Standing with knees semi-flexed, holding the ball in a ready position between the chest and waist, allowing for a shot, pass, or dribble.
Where is the center typically positioned during a game?
Close to the opponent's basket.
Who is the point guard?
The player responsible for organizing the offensive game.
Essential Basketball Skills and Concepts
What is the act of moving one foot while keeping the other fixed called?
A pivot
How should a pass be executed in basketball?
Fast and straight.
Which of these technical aspects is least relevant for a successful shot?
Learning to shoot indiscriminately with either hand.
Which of these actions is not always necessary for a defensive rebound?
Having the legs wide apart.
What is the objective of defense in basketball?
To prevent the opponent from taking shots at the basket with favorable results.
Of all basketball techniques, which are the most important?
Dribbling, passing, and shooting.
Key elements of the basic basketball stance:
Legs apart at shoulder width and bent, torso leaning slightly forward.
Technical aspects of dribbling:
It is equally important to be able to dribble with both hands, following the ball without looking.