Basketbal

Basketbal, or basketball, is a popular 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 or basket. The game is played on a rectangular court with a hoop at each end. Points are scored by making field goals, which can be either two points (inside the three-point line) or three points (beyond the three-point line), as well as free throws worth one point.

Key aspects of the game include dribbling (the act of bouncing the ball while moving), passing (throwing the ball to teammates), and shooting (attempting to score). The game involves various skills such as defense (preventing the opposing team from scoring) and offensive strategies (creating opportunities to score).

The game is governed by specific rules regarding fouls, violations, and gameplay, with the objective being to score more points than the opposing team by the end of the game. Basketball is played at various levels, from amateur leagues to professional leagues, including the NBA (National Basketball Association) in the United States, and draws a significant following worldwide.