Basketball is a team sport in which two teams, typically consisting of five players each, compete to score points by shooting a ball through the opposing team’s hoop, which is elevated 10 feet above the ground. The game is played on a rectangular court with a hoop at each end. Players can score points in several ways: by shooting from inside the three-point arc for two points, or from beyond the arc for three points; free throws, awarded after certain fouls, are worth one point each.
The main objectives of basketball are to score more points than the opposing team and to prevent the other team from scoring. The game is characterized by skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive maneuvers. It involves both individual athleticism and teamwork, and it is played in various formats around the world, from casual street games to organized professional leagues, including the NBA (National Basketball Association). Basketball is widely popular globally, known for its athleticism, strategy, and entertainment value.
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